Summary

Dr. Sanford Brown is a family medicine physician who has dedicated over five decades to caring for patients. He earned his medical degree from the Medical College of Wisconsin and completed his residency training at Alameda County Medical Center. With 53 years of experience in practice, Dr. Brown brings extensive knowledge to his patient care. He is fluent in both English and Spanish.

Dr. Brown practices at Adventist Health Mendocino Coast in Fort Bragg, California. His expertise includes diagnosing and treating sleep disorders, particularly obstructive sleep apnea in both adults and children. He performs essential diagnostic tests such as complete blood counts and chemistry panels to help assess his patients' overall health. Patients have given Dr. Brown an average rating of 1.5 on Vitals.

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Quick Facts

  • 1.5
  • 53 years of experience
  • 18 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • Alameda County Medical Center
  • 4 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 6 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

  • Provided follow-up after the visit

Office Location

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1.5 
53 Years of Experience 15 Years of Experience 17 Years of Experience 16 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available
Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English Speaks English Speaks Spanish, Vietnamese
Fort Bragg , CAHouston , TXChicago , ILPlacentia , CA
Med School: Medical College Of Wisconsin Med School: Howard University College Of Medicine Med School: University Of California Irvine College Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Sanford Jay Brown

  • Adventist Health
  • Aetna
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA
  • Blue Shield of California
  • Central California Alliance for Health - Medicaid (Managed)
  • CHAMPVA - HMO
  • Cigna
  • Imperial Health Plan of California
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Partnership HealthPlan of California
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • Western Health Advantage

Medical Specialties

Dr. Sanford Jay Brown has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Sanford Jay Brown has the following 6 areas of expertise

  • Check-up
  • Contraception
  • Family Planning
  • Immunization
  • Influenza
  • Weight Loss

Certifications, License, & Education

53 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, California, 2026, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

Alameda County Medical Center

Medical School

Medical College Of WisconsinGraduated in 1973

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which hospitals is Dr. Sanford Brown affiliated with?
Dr. Sanford Brown is affiliated with Adventist Health Mendocino Coast.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Sanford Brown?
You can find contact information for Dr. Sanford Brown here on Vitals.
Does Dr. Sanford Brown accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Sanford Brown accepts on their Vitals profile.
What languages does Dr. Sanford Brown speak?
Dr. Sanford Brown speaks English and Spanish.
Does Dr. Sanford Brown accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. Sanford Brown has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.

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