Summary

Dr. James Brown is a pulmonologist and internal medicine specialist who has dedicated over five decades to caring for patients with lung and respiratory conditions. He earned his medical degree from Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine and brings 54 years of clinical experience to his practice.

Dr. Brown is affiliated with San Francisco VA Medical Center, where he provides comprehensive care in San Francisco, California. His expertise includes treating chronic lung disease and COPD, including cases with complex comorbidities. He performs pulmonary function testing to evaluate lung capacity and offers bronchodilator reversibility testing to help determine the best treatment approaches. Dr. Brown also provides pulmonary rehabilitation services to help patients improve their breathing and overall quality of life.

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Quick Facts

  • 54 years of experience
  • 6 insurance plans accepted
  • Johns Hopkins University School Of Medicine
  • 2 specialties
  • 8 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Office Location

San Francisco Vamc

4150 Clement StSan Francisco, CA 94121

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54 Years of Experience 18 Years of Experience 17 Years of Experience 13 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English
San Francisco , CAStanford , CAEmeryville , CAAtherton , CA
Med School: Johns Hopkins University School Of Medicine Med School: Government Medical College Patiala Med School: UNIVERSITY OF TORONTO FACULTY OF MEDICINE Med School: Albert Einstein College Of Medicine Of Yeshiva University
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. James Kingsbury Brown

  • AARP
  • Cigna
  • GEHA
  • Health Net
  • Health Net - HMO
  • Tricare

Medical Specialties

Dr. James Kingsbury Brown has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. James Kingsbury Brown has the following 8 areas of expertise

  • Angiographic Visualization
  • Asthma
  • Chest Infection
  • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
  • Emphysema
  • Internal Medicine
  • Pneumonia
  • Tuberculosis (TB)

Certifications, License, & Education

54 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, California, 2025, Expired

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Medical School

Johns Hopkins University School Of MedicineGraduated in 1972

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Dr. James Brown's office located?
Dr. James Brown's office is located at 4150 Clement St, San Francisco, CA, 94121.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. James Brown?
You can find contact information for Dr. James Brown here on Vitals.
Which hospitals is Dr. James Brown affiliated with?
Dr. James Brown is affiliated with San Francisco Va Medical Center.
Does Dr. James Brown accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. James Brown has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Is Dr. James Brown accepting new patients?
Dr. James Brown has not indicated that they accept new patients. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.

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