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Paula Brown, MD

Paula Brown, MD

Optum Provider

Specialty

Allergy & Immunology

Languages

English

Seeing patients at

Monday 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Tuesday 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Wednesday 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Thursday 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Friday 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Saturday Closed
Sunday Closed
Hours may vary, please contact to schedule and confirm appointment availability.
Monday 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Tuesday 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Wednesday 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Thursday 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Friday Closed
Saturday Closed
Sunday Closed
Hours may vary, please contact to schedule and confirm appointment availability.

Patient Reviews

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76 reviews

  • Apr 27, 2026
    Verified Review

    knowledable about my condition, even wrote down notes for me to refer to when I went home. I didn't feel rushed.

  • Apr 22, 2026
    Verified Review

    Dr Brown listened carefully and gave important information to my daughter on how to manage her allergies.

  • Apr 20, 2026
    Verified Review

    Very thorough in her exam, explained the details of the exam and her conclusions, very professional and polite.

  • Apr 18, 2026
    Verified Review

    She is thorough and very caring. Great doctor

  • Apr 10, 2026
    Verified Review

    Very knowledgeable

  • Apr 7, 2026
    Verified Review

    She has been very helpful in dealing with my skin problem. She is also a very caring person.

  • Apr 5, 2026
    Verified Review

    Smart and listens

  • Apr 3, 2026
    Verified Review

    She is the best Dr i ever had very professional very caring and a true healer

  • Apr 2, 2026
    Verified Review

    Dr. Brown was professional respectful and courteous. She sat down and listened to me. She directly responded to each one of my concerns. Dr. Brown used my name when addressing me. This practice has become obsolete in many offices. Dr. Brown was able to get to the root of my problem offering a solution. She was sincerely compassionate and understanding of my discomfort. Another practice that has diminished. Dr. Brown gave me hope for healing! I would highly recommend her as a doctor siecualizing in allergies and helping others to heal.

  • Mar 31, 2026
    Verified Review

    Very thorough.

  • Mar 27, 2026
    Verified Review

    Showed caring and concern. Provided good information and followup.

  • Mar 26, 2026
    Verified Review

    Dr. Brown is an excellent doctor. She is efficient yet thorough and communicates exceptionally well.

  • Mar 19, 2026
    Verified Review

    Very professional and gentle with kids and taking time to evaluate the root cause of the problem

  • Mar 12, 2026
    Verified Review

    Treated me with understanding & care. Is always available for help with my issue

  • Mar 10, 2026
    Verified Review

    She care about my treatment and wellness.

  • Mar 7, 2026
    Verified Review

    Dr Brown was amazing - knowledgeable - explained everything she was doing and why - attentive - listened well - easy to talk to. I felt I was in very capable hands. I trusted her diagnostic skills completely. I trusted her advice completely. I RARELY say that about healthcare professionals any more.

  • Mar 6, 2026
    Verified Review

    She's a very thorough, caring doctor and she has helped me enormously.

  • Feb 27, 2026
    Verified Review

    Wonderful doctor. Knowledgeable, compassionate.

  • Feb 18, 2026
    Verified Review

    very knowledgeable, cooperative, respectful

  • Feb 14, 2026
    Verified Review

    She is intelligent, thorough, receptive.

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  • About Paula Brown, MD

    Dr. Paula Brown is a board-certified allergist and immunologist who specializes in the diagnosis and management of asthma and allergic conditions. She earned her medical degree from SUNY Downstate Medical Center and completed her residency at Long Island Jewish Medical Center.

    Philosophy of care

    Dr. Brown provides evidence-based care for allergic and immunologic conditions across multiple Optum locations.

    Gender

    Female

    Board certifications

    American Board of Allergy and Immunology

    Licenses

    NY, 246422

    Employed or contracted

    Employed

    Network Name

    CareMount

    NPI

    1205099801

  • Insurance Accepted

    This list is for informational purposes only and may not reflect the most current plans accepted by the provider. Optum accepts most major health insurance plans. Please contact your insurance company to confirm your coverage, eligibility, and the provider's participation in your plan.

    • 1199
    • Aetna
    • Affinity
    • Anthem BCBS
    • CDPHP
    • CHN
    • Centivo
    • Cigna
    • Coventry
    • EmblemHealth
    • First Health
    • Healthfirst
    • Humana
    • MVP Healthcare
    • MagnaCare
    • Medicaid
    • Medicare
    • MetroPlus
    • MultiPlan
    • NYSHIP
    • Northwell Direct
    • Oscar
    • Oxford
    • TRICARE
    • UMR
  • Medical School

    • SUNY Downstate Medical Center

    Residency

    • Long Island Jewish Medical Center (Glen Oaks)

  • Awards and Publications