The importance of LGBTQ+ friendly care
LGBTQ+ friendly care is care provided in an environment that is welcoming, accepting and knowledgeable of the robust LGBTQ+ community, Dr. Andrew Brown says.
Andrew Brown, MD
4.8
Medical doctor (MD)
Family medicine
(board certified)
Medical Group
Sharp Community
SharpCare
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Andrew Brown, MD
4.8
Medical doctor (MD)
Family medicine
(board certified)
Medical Group
Sharp Community
SharpCare
SharpCare
Insurance
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Accepting new patients
(over age 12 only)
Virtual visits available
Location and phone
8851 Center Drive
Suite 500
La Mesa, CA 91942-3033
Get directions619-740-5757
Fax: 619-740-8182
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About Andrew Brown, MD
My main motivation to become a physician was to be able to provide something that I did not have growing up - a safe, welcoming environment for LGBTQ+ adolescents to receive knowledgeable, comprehensive, primary care, including preventive care and sexual health. With all my patients, I practice calmly, efficiently and, with great, personalized care. I want my patients to be active participants in their healthcare and focus on ensuring that my patients understand what is going on with their health, as well as the reasoning behind the testing and treatments being recommended and ordered. In my spare time, I enjoy traveling, thrill rides, and trying new foods.
Age: 37
In practice since: 2019
Gender: Male
Languages: English
Education
Florida Atlantic University: Medical School
Pomona Valley Hospital Medical Center: Internship
Pomona Valley Hospital Medical Center: Residency
Areas of focus
- Contraception
- LGBTQ health
- Men's health
- Preventive medicine
- Sexually transmitted diseases
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NPI
1629430814
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Insurance plans accepted
Andrew Brown, MD, accepts 40 health insurance plans.
Ratings and reviews
4.8
72 ratings
Patient ratings
Explanations the care provider gave you about your problem or condition
4.8
Concern the care provider showed for your questions or worries
4.8
Provider included you in decisions
4.8
Likelihood of your recommending this care provider to others
4.8
Care Provider’s discussion of any proposed treatment (options, risks, benefits, etc.)
4.8
Patient reviews
Verified Patient
April 17, 2025
5.0
Dr. Brown is the best doctor I have had, truly. He is so affirming, pro-active and honest, it is refreshing in a system that often feels frustrating.
Verified Patient
April 6, 2025
5.0
Dr. Brown always listens to what I have to say. He makes great recommendations that help a lot in my decisions.
Verified Patient
March 31, 2025
5.0
We talked about my weight and he provided some recommendations.
Verified Patient
February 12, 2025
5.0
Very kind and responsive to my concerns.
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