- Neurosurgeons
- MN
- Duluth, MN
- Dr. Melissa Brown, APRN
Dr. Melissa Brown, APRN
Neurosurgery•Age 61
Neurosurgery
Dr. Melissa Brown, APRN is a Neurosurgery Specialist in Duluth, MN and has over 34 years of experience in the medical field. They graduated from UNIV OF ND SCH OF MED AND HLTH SCI|University of North Dakota / Main Campus in 1989. They are affiliated with Essentia Health St. Mary's Medical Center. Their office accepts new patients.
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Neurosurgery
Locations
Essentia Health-Duluth Clinic 3rd Street Building
Hospital Highlight
Dr. Brown is affiliated with Essentia Health St. Mary's Medical Center Duluth, a highly rated hospital.
At a Glance
- Explains Conditions Well • Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. See reviews
- Practices at Top Hospital • Patient Safety Excellence Award™ See hospitals
- Trustworthy • Patients said this doctor is trustworthy. See reviews
Dr. Brown's Reviews
Likelihood to recommend Dr. Brown
3.9
Based on 11 ratings
| 5 Star | 73% | 73% |
| 4 Star | 0% | 0% |
| 3 Star | 0% | 0% |
| 2 Star | 0% | 0% |
| 1 Star | 27% | 27% |
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Likelihood of recommending Dr. Brown to family and friends is 3.909091 out of 5
Experience and Background Checks
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Dr. Brown's Top Procedures and Conditions
Treatment Frequency
Dr. Brown treats Parkinson's Disease more than 83% of their peers
Dr. Brown treats this condition more than 83% of their peers
Rating Includes other areas of care:
- Idiopathic Parkinson's Disease
- Juvenile Parkinson's Disease
- Parkinson Disease 10 (Park10)
- Parkinson Disease 11 (Park11)
- Parkinson Disease 12 (Park12)
- Parkinson Disease 13 (Park13)
- Parkinson Disease 2, Autosomal Recessive Juvenile (Park2)
- Parkinson Disease 3, Autosomal Dominant Lewy Body (Park3)
- Parkinson Disease 4, Autosomal Dominant Lewy Body (Park4)
- Parkinson Disease 5 (Park5)
- Parkinson Disease 6 (Park6)
- Parkinson Disease 7 (Park7)
- Parkinson Disease 8 (Park8)
- Parkinson Disease 9 (Park9)
Treatment Frequency
Dr. Brown performs ImPACT Testing more than 80% of their peers
Dr. Brown performs this procedure more than 80% of their peers
Treatment Frequency
Dr. Brown performs Sudoscan more than 80% of their peers
Dr. Brown performs this procedure more than 80% of their peers
Dr. Brown's conditions and procedures:
- Autonomic Disorders
- Brachial Plexus Palsy
- Brain Injury
- Cauda Equina Syndrome
- Cerebral Palsy
- Cerebrovascular Disease
- Chorea (Excluding Huntington's Chorea)
- Chronic Inflammatory Demyelinating Polyneuritis
- Chronic Inflammatory Demyelinating Polyneuropathy
- Chronic Pain
- Cognitive Function Testing
- Concussion
- Cranial Trauma
- Evaluation and Treatment of Sleep Disorders
- ImPACT Testing
- Memory Evaluation
- Menstrual Migraine
- Multiple Sclerosis (MS)
- Narcolepsy and Cataplexy
- Nerve Conduction Studies
- Non-Cosmetic Chemodenervation
- Nystagmus
- Parkinson's Disease
- Parkinsonism
- Peripheral Autonomic Neuropathy
- Peripheral Neuropathy Testing
- Pituitary Tumor
- Polyneuropathy
- Polyneuropathy Due to Alcohol and Drugs
- Post-Concussion Syndrome
- Post-Laminectomy Syndrome
- Sleep-Related Leg Cramp
- Sudoscan
- Tension Headache
- Tic Disorders
- Tourette's Syndrome
- Tuberous Sclerosis
- Vitamin B Deficiency
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Dr. Brown accepts the following insurance:
- Aetna
- Choice Plus POS II
- Anthem
- National (BlueCard) PPO
- Blue Cross Blue Shield
- Blue Card PPO
- CareFirst Blue Cross Blue Shield
- HealthyBlue 2.0
- HealthyBlue Advantage
- Cigna
- Cigna PPO
- Open Access Plus
- First Health
- First Health (Coventry Health Care) PPO
- Humana
- Choice Care PPO
- MultiPlan
- MultiPlan PPO
About Me
Biography
Specialties
- Neurosurgery
Board Certifications
Education
Awards
- Healthgrades Honor Roll
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best way to schedule an appointment with Dr. Melissa Brown, APRN?
Click here to schedule an appointment online. New patients may call (218) 206-8571 to make an appointment.
Does Dr. Melissa Brown, APRN accept any insurance plans?
A list of accepted insurance providers is available on the Healthgrades insurance check. It is always a good idea to verify your insurance when making an appointment.
Does Dr. Melissa Brown, APRN accept new patients?
New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Melissa Brown, APRN on Healthgrades. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Brown's profile.
What conditions does Dr. Melissa Brown, APRN treat?
Dr. Brown frequently treats the following conditions: Parkinson's Disease, Autonomic Disorders, and Brachial Plexus Palsy. See more on Healthgrades.
What is Dr. Melissa Brown, APRN's office address?
Dr. Brown's office is located at 400 E 3rd St Fl 5, Duluth, MN 55805. You can find other locations and directions on Healthgrades.
Is Dr. Melissa Brown, APRN affiliated with any hospitals?
Dr. Melissa Brown, APRN is affiliated with Essentia Health St. Mary's Medical Center.
Is Dr. Melissa Brown, APRN a board-certified professional?
Yes, Dr. Melissa Brown, APRN holds board certifications in Neurology.
How much experience does Dr. Melissa Brown, APRN have?
Dr. Brown has over 33 years of healthcare experience.
Does Dr. Melissa Brown, APRN receive good ratings from patients?
There is a star rating of 3.9/5 for Dr. Melissa Brown, APRN. Patients say that they trusted the provider's decisions and the provider explained conditions well. See all patient feedback on Healthgrades.
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Learn more about how Healthgrades measuresHospital Quality.71% Patients that would definitely recommend, 1% higher than the national average
3 Awards Received
Award Highlight: Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2022)
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