Education: After earning her Bachelor of Science degree in mathematics at Spelman College, Dr. Brown earned a Bachelor of Science degree in electrical engineering at Georgia Tech. Her Medical Doctorate is from Duke University. While at Duke, she also completed a Doctorate of Philosophy (PhD) in biomedical engineering.
Professional: Dr. Brown completed her internship at Santa Clara Valley Medical Center, the county hospital affiliate of Stanford University. She then completed a residency in Ophthalmology at Howard University, in Washington, DC. She completed a glaucoma fellowship at Duke University. During her fellowship, Dr. Brown received specialized training in glaucoma treatments and surgery. She also trained Duke residents at the Durham Veterans Hospital. Dr. Brown is serving patients in LaGrange, Georgia for Emory Healthcare.
Leadership: Dr Brown is a member of the American Academy of Ophthalmology (AAO) and board certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology. She participated in AAO Leadership Development Program in 2019, AAO Young Ophthalmologist Advocacy Committee and currently is a board member of the OPHTHPAC committee. Dr. Brown is a member of the American Glaucoma Society, Chandler Grant Society and Atlanta Medical Society. Within the National Medical Association, she has served as chair of the ophthalmology section and Region III. She is currently on the president of the Georgia Society of Ophthalmology and previously served as a board member of the North Carolina Society of Eye Physicians and Surgeons.
Outreach: Dr Brown began participating in multiple medical missions to India, Haiti, and Ethiopia. Most recently, Dr Brown volunteered at St Joseph Hospital in La Valee de Jacmel with ahdhhaiti.org to perform cataract and glaucoma surgery. Locally, Dr Brown is a board member of Prevent Blindness Georgia which funds vision screening for children and underserved adult populations throughout Georgia.
🩺 This National Public Health Week, the NMA celebrates the leaders, providers, and community champions working every day to advance health equity.
We honor the legacy of Black physicians who have long been at the forefront of public health advocacy and continue to shape policy and practice for a healthier tomorrow.
📢 Strong communities start with equitable care.
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This #BMHW25, we’re honoring legacies, fostering healing, and taking
collective action to strengthen Black Maternal Health! Black Mamas deserve
equitable, culturally affirming care and community-driven solutions that drive
lasting change. Join us and @BlackMamasMatterAlliance in advocating for
policies and practices that ensure Black Mamas, families, and communities
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Join us for the NMA Region IV Conference, in Detroit, MI — where purpose meets passion!
Highlights Include:
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📅 World Health Day 2025 - "Healthy Beginnings, Hopeful Futures"
Every mother and baby deserves a healthy start in life. Yet too many in our communities face preventable complications due to systemic inequities in care.
The NMA is committed to ending racial disparities in maternal and infant health—because where you're born should never determine how you live.
Let’s work together for healthier beginnings and a brighter future this #WorldHealthDay2025.
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We’ve got more moments to share from the NMA Region V Annual Conference in Tulsa!
From inspiring speakers to engaging sessions and incredible networking, today has been filled with energy, purpose, and progress.
Swipe through our latest photos and stay connected as we continue celebrating the power of Black physician leadership across Region V!
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Join a community of over 50,000 dedicated African American physicians and professionals committed to making a positive impact on healthcare. Discover the benefits of NMA membership, access professional development opportunities, and become a part of a network dedicated to advancing health equity.
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