Dr. Tara L. Brown, MD | La Mesa, CA | Ophthalmology

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Dr. Tara Brown is an ophthalmologist with 24 years of experience helping patients preserve and protect their vision. She earned her medical degree from Tulane University School of Medicine and has dedicated her career to treating complex eye conditions. Dr. Brown is fluent in Spanish and Vietnamese, allowing her to connect with a diverse patient community.

Dr. Brown practices at Sharp Grossmont Hospital in La Mesa, California, where she specializes in treating serious eye conditions including age-related macular degeneration and glaucoma. She performs comprehensive eye exams and uses advanced imaging technology like optical coherence tomography to diagnose and monitor eye health. Patients have given her an average rating of 4.3 out of 5, reflecting her commitment to quality eye care.

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4.3

45 Ratings
24 years of experience
speaks Spanish, Vietnamese
Tulane University School Of Medicine
22 written reviews
1 specialty
11 areas of expertise
1 board certification
1 hospital affiliation
1 office location
Female

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Doctor was terrific as is her staff. I would definitely recommend Dr. Brown for any of your eye care needs.

June 13th, 2017

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I went to see Dr. Brown for a eye infection and she was awesome. Her assistant and the office staff was great.

June 13th, 2017

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I am amazed by how great my skin looks and feels after just one treatment with Dr. Brown. I was a little nervous about this appointment, but she answered all my questions and put my mind at ease. She was very nice and easy to talk to and didn't make me feel dumb for asking the questions I asked. The appointment was quick and I got wonderful results. I will definitely be going back to Dr. Brown.

May 26th, 2017

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I had microneedling done and i couldn't believe the fantastic results. Dr. Brown explain things perfectly so i understood what was going on and everything went so smooth. It was a fantastic experience and i will recommend her to anyone and everyone.

May 26th, 2017

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Dr. Brown was wonderful! She listened to what I wanted and talked to me in regular English not doctor speak. She was kind and gentle and my results were fantastic! I recommend Dr. Brown to EVERYONE! Couldn't ask for a better doctor.

May 26th, 2017

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Easy understanding all explained in regards to proceedure

February 19th, 2017

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it was good. She is great as what she does and extremely beautiful.

February 2nd, 2017

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My experience has been positive and I would thoroughly recommend this provider and their staff. The front office staff provided a receipt that was, unfortunately, not accepted by my FSA. When I mentioned this, they offered to create and email an itemized receipt. Very proactive! My many thanks!

February 2nd, 2017

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She is knowledgeable, professional , and comfortable to speak with--I think she is very skilled

February 2nd, 2017

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Extremely pleasant

January 19th, 2017

Sharp Grossmont Hospital

5555 Grossmont Center DrLa Mesa, CA 91942

Tel: (619) 740-6000


Dr. Tara Levine Brown, MD	Dr. Tayson Delengocky, DO	Dr. Gregory A. Stainer, MD, FACS	Dr. Walid F. Abdallah, MD, PhD, FRCS
Ophthalmology	Ophthalmology	Ophthalmology	Ophthalmology
	Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients
4.3 (45 Ratings)	5 (1 Rating)	0 (0 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)
24 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks Spanish, Vietnamese	Speaks French, Vietnamese, English	Speaks English	Speaks English, Arabic
La Mesa , CA	Chula Vista , CA	Chula Vista , CA	Chula Vista , CA
Med School: Tulane University School Of Medicine	Med School: University of North Texas Health Science Center	Med School: Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine	Med School: Zagazig University Faculty of Medicine in Egypt
Current Profile	View Profile	View Profile	View Profile

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Ophthalmology

Blindness
Cataract
Cataract Surgery
Cosmetic Surgery (Aesthetic Procedures)
Diabetic Retinopathy
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Eye Pain
Glaucoma
Lasik Surgery
Macular Degeneration
Vision Issues

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, California, 2025, Expired

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Medical School

Tulane University School Of MedicineGraduated in 2002

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What languages does Dr. Tara Brown speak?: Dr. Tara Brown speaks Spanish and Vietnamese.
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