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Summary
Dr. James Brown is a thoracic surgeon and anesthesiologist who brings five years of medical experience to his practice in Pittsburgh. He earned his medical degree from the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine, where he developed expertise in surgical and anesthetic care for patients with chest and lung conditions.
Dr. Brown practices at UPMC Presbyterian and UPMC Shadyside in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. His clinical focus includes treating pneumothorax and pleural empyema, conditions that affect the space around the lungs. He performs chest fluoroscopy and chest X-ray procedures to diagnose and monitor chest conditions.
Dr. Brown practices at UPMC Presbyterian and UPMC Shadyside in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. His clinical focus includes treating pneumothorax and pleural empyema, conditions that affect the space around the lungs. He performs chest fluoroscopy and chest X-ray procedures to diagnose and monitor chest conditions.
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Quick Facts
- 5 years of experience
- 1 insurance plan accepted
- University Of Pittsburgh School Of Medicine
- 2 specialties
- 2 areas of expertise
- 2 hospital affiliations
- 4 office locations
- Male
Office Locations
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| Dr. James Anthony Brown | Dr. Daniel Edward Pickle, MD | Dr. Martin Beldin Anixter, MD | Dr. Christine Ann Edelmann, MD |
| Thoracic Surgery | Anesthesiology | Anesthesiology | Anesthesiology |
| 5 Years of Experience | 41 Years of Experience | 27 Years of Experience | 49 Years of Experience |
| No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option |
| Pittsburgh , PA | Pittsburgh , PA | Pittsburgh , PA | Canonsburg , PA |
| Med School: University Of Pittsburgh School Of Medicine | Med School: WEST VIRGINIA UNIVERSITY SCHOOL OF MEDICINE | Med School: UNIVERSITY OF PITTSBURGH SCHOOL OF MEDICINE | Med School: Rutgers New Jersey Medical School |
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. James Anthony Brown
Medical Specialties
Dr. James Anthony Brown has the following 2 specialties
Specialty Expertise
Dr. James Anthony Brown has the following 2 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
5 Years Experience
Dr. James Anthony Brown holds an expired medical license in the state of Pennsylvania.
Medical License
Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of Pennsylvania that expired in 2026.
Education & Training
Medical School
Graduated from University Of Pittsburgh School Of Medicine in 2021.
NPI Number
Dr. Brown's NPI number is 1265012215.
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- Which hospitals is Dr. James Brown affiliated with?
- Dr. James Brown is affiliated with Upmc Shadyside and Upmc Presbyterian.
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