Dr. James Brown, MD
Dermatology*
45+ years of experience
Dr. James Brown, MD is a dermatologist in Grosse Pointe, MI and has over 45 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Wayne State University School of Medicine in 1975. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Ascension Saint John Hospital and Beaumont Hospital, Grosse Pointe. He is accepting new patients.
4.4 Star Rating
Based on 68 reviews 4.4 Star Rating (68 reviews)
Practice
22151 Moross Rd Ste 234 Grosse Pointe, MI 48236At a Glance
- Area of Expertise
- Explains Conditions Well
- Practices at Top Hospital
- Hospital Satisfaction
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Dr. Brown's Reviews
Likelihood to recommend Dr. Brown
4.4
68 ratings, 36 with a written review
| 5 star | 82% | 82% |
| 4 star | 1% | 1% |
| 3 star | 1% | 1% |
| 2 star | 1% | 1% |
| 1 star | 13% | 13% |
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Excellent doctor Very well informed and knowledgeable Not a time waster. He takes care of his patients without making them come back over and over. He fixes things without delay Great personality Actually looks at you and listens. I will come back to see him even if I retire outstate
What went well
- Office environment
- Appointment scheduling
- Listened & answered questions
- Explained conditions well
- Staff friendliness
- Appointment wasn't rushed
- Trusted the provider's decisions
- Wait times
What could be improved
No results
3 others found this helpful
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Stan in Macomb , MI – Jun 04, 2019
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dr brown found a cancer in me unrelated to dermatology, likely saving my life. he brilliant in his field, honest with his patients,timely and maintains an open line of communication with all of us
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Mar 15, 2019
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Best in the busenis been going to him for years. does when others fail. Irv.
What went well
- Office environment
- Appointment scheduling
- Listened & answered questions
- Explained conditions well
- Staff friendliness
- Appointment wasn't rushed
- Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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harper wooods, MI – Mar 06, 2019
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Dr Brown is fanatastic. I would have to say he really is genius when it comes to his profession. I have had all my family and friend see him and they all say the same thing. Just recently he saved me from much suffering with regards to a skin cancer. I highly recommend him ! Thank you to Dr Brown! Office staff is also great!
What went well
- Office environment
- Appointment scheduling
- Listened & answered questions
- Explained conditions well
- Staff friendliness
- Appointment wasn't rushed
- Trusted the provider's decisions
- Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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St Clair Shores, MI – Feb 08, 2019
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This has to be the best Dermatologist in the world! My husband had a wart on the tip of his finger and we visited a different dermatologist for over a year with no results because my husband's immune-compromised is a kidney transplant patient we went to dr. Brown the first time and he took the wart right off the tip of his finger and we didn't even have to go back healed upgrade one visit awesome and I've been bringing my son there for his his warts and his feet and his fingers love the doctor
What went well
- Office environment
- Appointment scheduling
- Listened & answered questions
- Explained conditions well
- Staff friendliness
- Appointment wasn't rushed
- Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Carolyn in Saint. Clair shores, mi – Apr 28, 2018
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Easy to schedule, friendly support staff, always an interesting experience, and he is really good to boot. Takes the time to make you feel comfortable with your treatment plan while still maintaining his appointment schedule. My previous dermatologist would be as much as 1 1/2 hours behind schedule. Not Dr Brown
What went well
- Office environment
- Appointment scheduling
- Listened & answered questions
- Explained conditions well
- Staff friendliness
- Appointment wasn't rushed
- Trusted the provider's decisions
- Wait times
What could be improved
No results
3 others found this helpful
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Bill from Chesterfield – Mar 17, 2018
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I have been going to Dr James Brown a long time. And have always like him Well let me tell you I saw him today , because I have a lump on my hand. He looked at it and said I think you should see a hand surgeon. So he gave me a Doctor to call. My office call is fifty dollars .And he only charges me 25. Who does this .? Than he gives me 25 dollars out of his pocket Thank you DrBrown you made my day. Patricia Hollis
What went well
- Office environment
- Appointment scheduling
- Listened & answered questions
- Explained conditions well
- Staff friendliness
- Appointment wasn't rushed
- Trusted the provider's decisions
- Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Patricia hollis in Chesterfield – Feb 20, 2018
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I love this Dr. and his staff. I retired to Pennsylvania some time ago and was delighted that I got an appointment on a recent trip to visit it my son. Can't compare his attention to detail.
What went well
- Office environment
- Appointment scheduling
- Listened & answered questions
- Explained conditions well
- Staff friendliness
- Appointment wasn't rushed
- Trusted the provider's decisions
- Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Roseville, MI – Aug 31, 2017
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Dr Brown was so patient and informative. I was able to get squeezed in to an appointment. He is very caring and thorough. I would trust no one else better than I trust his expertise!
What went well
- Office environment
- Appointment scheduling
- Listened & answered questions
- Explained conditions well
- Staff friendliness
- Appointment wasn't rushed
- Trusted the provider's decisions
- Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Memphis, TN – Aug 29, 2017
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Dr. Brown is the best dermatologist. Brilliant and gives excellent advice and treatment. I wish more doctors were like him!
What went well
- Office environment
- Appointment scheduling
- Listened & answered questions
- Explained conditions well
- Staff friendliness
- Appointment wasn't rushed
- Trusted the provider's decisions
- Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Ashley in Grosse Pointe – Aug 09, 2017
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I have been a patient of Dr. Brown's for over 35 years. I have never been disappointed in the care that he has provided for me. He is very quick to diagnose and prescribe the appropriate medications for all of my dermatological needs. I especially like the fact that he does not have you return for follow-up visits unless necessary. I would highly recommend Dr. Brown as a specialist in his field.
What went well
- Office environment
- Appointment scheduling
- Listened & answered questions
- Explained conditions well
- Staff friendliness
- Appointment wasn't rushed
- Trusted the provider's decisions
- Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Julie B. in Macomb, MI – Apr 13, 2017
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Great!
What went well
- Office environment
- Appointment scheduling
- Listened & answered questions
- Explained conditions well
- Staff friendliness
- Appointment wasn't rushed
- Trusted the provider's decisions
- Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Sally werenski in Grosse Pointe, MI – Nov 26, 2016
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I have been a patient of Dr. Brown for 20+ years and highly recommend his services to anyone one in need of a dermatologist. Dr. Brown has always been accurate with his diagnosis and provided me with the best course of treatment. Furthermore, his passion for his profession and providing his patients with the best up-to-date care is unparalleled!
What went well
- Office environment
- Appointment scheduling
- Listened & answered questions
- Explained conditions well
- Staff friendliness
- Appointment wasn't rushed
- Trusted the provider's decisions
- Wait times
What could be improved
No results
2 others found this helpful
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Susan Como in St. Clair Shores – Aug 04, 2016
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I have been a patient of Dr. Brown for over 35 years and would never consider seeing another dermatologist. I have recommended Dr. Brown to many members of my family and friends; they all agree he is the best. We now have three generations under the care of Dr. Brown.
Dr. Brown is knowledgeable and caring. Also, he is no nonsense and is extremely honest. I completely trust Dr. Brown's course of treatment with my health and concerns.
Plus, his staff is friendly, courteous, and pleasant.
What went well
- Office environment
- Appointment scheduling
- Listened & answered questions
- Explained conditions well
- Staff friendliness
- Appointment wasn't rushed
- Trusted the provider's decisions
- Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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KMR in Cottrellville, MI – Aug 02, 2016
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I absolutely love going to Dr. Brown. He is great at what he does and is straight to the pointe. You rarely have to wait to be seen. The entire staff is pleasant.
What went well
- Office environment
- Appointment scheduling
- Listened & answered questions
- Explained conditions well
- Staff friendliness
- Appointment wasn't rushed
- Trusted the provider's decisions
- Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Tea in Detroit, MI – Jul 14, 2016
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He is the best.. I've been a patient for over 10yrs..
What went well
- Office environment
- Appointment scheduling
- Listened & answered questions
- Explained conditions well
- Staff friendliness
- Appointment wasn't rushed
- Trusted the provider's decisions
- Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Tinia willis in Clinton Township, Michigan – Apr 23, 2016
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I have been a patient of Dr. Brown for many years and have always found him Knowledgeable, professional and personable!
What went well
- Office environment
- Appointment scheduling
- Listened & answered questions
- Explained conditions well
- Staff friendliness
- Appointment wasn't rushed
- Trusted the provider's decisions
- Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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St Clair Shores, MI – Apr 11, 2016
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Dr. James Brown is a lifesaver, twice. He took the time to speak with me and then deal with the skin cancer. He is so thorough that one time during an exam he noticed a lump on my thyroid and directed me immediately to the hospital for a fine needle biopsy. Three days later, my cancerous tumor was removed. He was very persuasive in my need to be further examined that he used his relationships to quickly facilitate the surgery by another expert and helped releive my stress. He's the best!
What went well
- Office environment
- Appointment scheduling
- Listened & answered questions
- Explained conditions well
- Staff friendliness
- Appointment wasn't rushed
- Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Joe M in Grosse Pointe, MI – Apr 08, 2016
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Dr. Brown is a no nonsense doctor who is very knowledgable in his field. Every time I have an appointment I leave feeling I received the very best diagnosis and treatment. If you're looking for a mamby pamby Doctor, this is not the guy. But if you want a dermatologist you can truly have confidence in, it's Dr. Brown. He tells it like it is.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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New York, NY – Mar 31, 2016
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Dr. Brown has been my Dermatologist for over 20 years and has successfully treated a variety of skin issues for me. His approach may be no-nonsense, but he takes the time to explain the issue he is treating. His assistant, Gina, is a great asset to his practice as well. It is very easy to make appointments and he can usually see you in a week or less. I recommend Dr. Brown without hesitation.
What went well
- Office environment
- Appointment scheduling
- Listened & answered questions
- Explained conditions well
- Staff friendliness
- Appointment wasn't rushed
- Trusted the provider's decisions
- Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Cliff Dirksen in Grosse Pointe, MI – Mar 30, 2016
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About Me
care philosophy
The office prides itself on expediency (frequently problems can be taken care of in one visit), cost effectiveness, compassion and excellent care. Dr. Brown has been voted Hour Detroit Magazine's Top Doc in Dermatology in 2004, 2006, 2008, 2009,...read moreDermatology
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Henry Ford Hospital
Residency Hospital, 1979Henry Ford Dermatolgy
Fellowship Hospital, 1979Hutzel Hosp-wayne Affil Hos
Internship Hospital, 1977Hutzel Hospital Wayne Affil Hospital
Internship Hospital, 1977Wayne State University School Of Medicine
Medical School, 1975University Of Michigan
Undergraduate School, 1971University Of Michigan / Ann Arbor
Undergraduate School, 1971
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Dermatology®
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Practice
Office22151 Moross Rd Ste 234 Grosse Pointe, MI 48236
Affiliated Hospitals
- Recipient of 8
hospital awardsView all awardsPatient Safety Excellence Award™ (2024, 2023)
Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications
View all patient feedbackHow patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.
84%Patients said they were given information about recovering at home79%Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well4% higher than the national average
- Recipient of 3
hospital awardsView all awardsPatient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025)
Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications
View all patient feedbackHow patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.
84%Patients said they were given information about recovering at home76%Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well1% higher than the national average
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How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.
71%Patients said they were given information about recovering at home13% lower than the national average
65%Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well11% lower than the national average
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