William Colby Brown, MD
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Specialty: Otolaryngology-General
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Primary Location: 6681 Ridge Rd (11 mi.)
Other Locations - Languages Spoken: English
Office Locations
UH Parma Medical Arts Building 1 (11 mi.)
6681 Ridge Rd
Medical Arts Cntr 1 Ste 205
Parma, OH 44129
216-844-6000
Biography: William Colby Brown, MD
Expertise
Certifications & Memberships
- Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery - American Board of Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery
Education
Fellowship | Rhinology and Skull Base Surgery
Rhinology and Skull Base Surgery - University Of North Carolina Health Care (2019 - 2020)
Residency | Otolaryngology
Otolaryngology - UH Cleveland Medical Center (2014 - 2019)
Medical Education
Case Western Reserve University School Of Medicine (2014)
Undergraduate
Harvard University (2007)
About
William Colby Brown, MD, is a board-certified, fellowship-trained otolaryngology (ENT) specialist at University Hospitals. He has expertise in the diagnosis and treatment of all ear, nose and throat conditions including ear infections, hearing issues and throat and swallowing problems. In addition, he has a special clinical interest in diseases of the sinuses and skull base as well as nasal airway concerns and is fellowship-trained in advanced endoscopic sinus surgery and skull base surgery. Dr. Brown treats patients of all ages.
After graduating magna cum laude from Harvard College with a bachelor’s degree in chemistry, Dr. Brown worked for several years as a medicinal chemist until he switched fields to pursue a career in medicine. He earned his medical doctorate at Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine followed by a five-year surgical residency in Otolaryngology – Head & Neck Surgery at UH Cleveland Medical Center. Dr. Brown then completed a one-year fellowship in rhinology and skull based surgery at one of the preeminent skull base centers in the country, the University of North Carolina.
Dr. Brown is well published in peer-reviewed journals with a research focus on the treatment and cost of chronic sinusitis. He is a member of the American Academy of Otolaryngology – Head & Neck Surgery, the American Rhinologic Society, and the North American Skull Base Society.
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Patient Experience Reviews
Dr. Brown has been really helpful with my chronic sinus issues. He is patient, and explained the surgery that could give me some relief, but did not pressure me into any decisions and has encouraged my use of conservative methods to help. He accidently removed a medication that I was currently taking, and when I called the office, they passed it along and he quickly took care of the problem so that I had the medication back. He called me the next day to apologize for the mistake. I am grateful for his help.
Dr. Brown is always professional and friendly and has provided me with excellent care.
I recently recommended this office to a friend. The staff here is wonderful!
My physician was a good listener and took care of my needs in this appointment in an efficient and timely manner.
Great doctor
Both doctors were excellent, they spent all the time I needed to get my questions and concerns addressed, so if they do this with all their patients, I totally understand the extended wait in the exam room.
No bad experiences with anyone at my first visit to University. Receptionists were all very friendly. Dr Brown was very friendly, kind and caring. Thorough in his exam and he listened to my concerns and told me what he thought was the problem.He is the best ENT doctor I've seen and would not want to see anyone else.
Excellent experience.
I want to keep Dr. Brown as my Especialist. I am a new patient. I have a Ph.D in Education
My doctor is very caring and he has helped me with my sinus congestion and better breathing by doing surgery to move over my turbinates and Clarifix to slow down post nasal drip.
Everything went well. I had a minor issue but Dr. Brown took his time with me and listened.
Perfect
Dr. Brown is the best.
Great doctor! Very helpful!
1st appt. With Dr. Brown - most impressed with Dr. Brown's overall manner, suggestions, knowledge.
Dr. Brown was very good at explaining my issues. Look forward to seeing him in the future.
Dr Brown was very concerned about my problem and made suggestions on what he could recommend since there is no cure for my disease
This was my first visit to this office and I would say it was a good visit.
EXCELLENT PHYSICIAN
EXCELLENT EXPERIENCE!
Dr. Brown has been really helpful so far, working with me to try to improve problems I have had for years that other providers have just brushed off. I feel good about working with him to improve my health.
Absolutely the best summation of my visit I've ever seen in my 75 years. Summary sent to my primary doctor. Doctor was also excellent in all respects during my visit. This was my first experience with this doctor. Overall Great experience and great doctor.
DR BROWN WAS EXTREMELY HELPFUL AND DID A PROCEDURE WHILE I WAS IN THE OFFICE WHICH HELPED ME FEELBETTER AFTERWARD. HE IS VERY KIND AND I AM GLAD I WILL BE ABLE TO SEE HIM WHENEVER I HAVE A PROBLEM WITH MY NOSE.
Dr. Brown was the most compassionate and caring doctor that I have encountered within University Hospitals. He listened intently, was obviously knowledgeable and took the time to discuss other medical issues that I have been concerned about. This appointment was incredibly refreshing and gave me hope. Dr. Brown's active listening skills and care are exemplary. The office staff are also amazing! I met with a wonderful assistant afterward and she too treated me with the utmost care and compassion. Since moving back to *** I have felt as though doctors don't care about women over 60 years of age and/or many make assumptions without taking the time to listen. Many years ago, a wonderful doctor like Dr. Brown told me that if a doctor listens long enough, they can usually diagnose the problem and if they listen a bit longer, they can more readily develop an effective treatment plan. Dr. Brown exemplifies this!
Dr. Brown is the best!
Dr Brown is an excellent doctor. He explained everything he was doing and told me what my options were. I will be going back for follow up in a few weeks.
Dr. Brown is an excellent doctor.
Dr.Brown and his team is very professional.I always enjoy my visit .
Great Doctor and office staff. Everything went very well.
Impressed with the amount of time spent listening and answering all of my questions. Relaxed, not rushed discussion.
DR BROWN WAS VERY THOROUGH IN EXPLAINING WHAT HE WAS DOING AND WHAT ADDITIONAL CARE I WOULD BE NEEDING. HE WAS VERY KIND.
Dr. Brown was very nice and helpful. He made some recommendations and how we can proceed to improve my chronic sinus issues. He was able to confirm what I have long suspected about chronic inflammation, but over which I have been dismissed in the past. I look forward to working with him to improve this condition to benefit my overall health.
Dr. Colby Brown and his team are outstanding
Dr. Brown is the best doctor I have seen for my ENT issues. He provides a true representation for an excellent doctor!
Dr. Brown is on top of his game.
Wonderful Dr, nurse *** and office staff were amazing!
Dr Brown is amazing ***
I am a new patient and found Dr Brown to be friendly and respectful. He thoroughly explained my condition and test results and ordered an MRI to rule out any underlying cause for my problem. I felt I was in good hands with Dr Brown and his staff. I would recommend him to anyone who needed his services.
I have received most of my medical care from a different hospital system, not UH. I made an appointment with Dr Brown because he was recommended to me. I found him to be an excellent doctor. He treated me and solved my problem. I will certainly return to him if I need to. I am considering transferring to other doctors in this system, because of my very favorable impression of Dr Brown.
Dr. Brown is a wonderful doctor. He was thorough and listened to my frustrations with chronic ear, nose and throat issues.
Dr Brown and nurse *** were amazing! I received wonderful care . Office staff are good too !
EXCELLENT DR Brown and his associates took great care of me through the whole appt
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As of December 31, 2016, William Colby Brown did not disclose any Outside Relationships with Industry.