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Andrew M. Brown, MD

4.9
Surgery (General Surgery)
484-526-2200

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St. Luke's General Surgery - Bethlehem
Doctors' Pavilion
701 Ostrum Street
Bethlehem, PA 18015
484-526-2200
866-691-7505

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About Me

I take pride in being well-versed in the most up-to-date techniques and advances within the field of minimally invasive surgery, and I offer laparoscopic, robotic, and endoscopic options. My goal is to create an evidenced-based, individualized treatment plan for each of my patients.

I am a minimally invasive general surgeon who specializes in treating diseases of the stomach and esophagus, gallbladder, appendix, small intestine and colon. This includes GERD (heartburn), hiatal hernias and esophageal motility disorders. Additionally, I treat both simple and complex hernias.

I received my medical degree from Jefferson Medical College and completed my general surgery residency at Thomas Jefferson University Hospital. I then completed a fellowship in advanced GI and minimally invasive and bariatric surgery at Stony Brook University Hospital before joining St. Luke’s. I am a board-certified general surgeon and an active member of SAGES (Society for American Gastrointestinal and Endoscopic Surgeons) and the American College of Surgeons.

Outside of my clinical practice, I have an interest in teaching medical students and residents as well as conducting research dealing with minimally invasive surgical techniques.

Personally, I enjoy running, cooking and playing golf, as well as exploring the Lehigh Valley with my wonderful wife Meredith Harrison (a thoracic surgeon at St. Luke’s) and our young son.

 

Education

Jefferson Medical College, 2013
Thomas Jefferson University Hospital, 2013 - 2019

Ratings & Reviews

The Patient Satisfaction Rating is an average of all responses to the care provider related questions from our nationally recognized Press Ganey Patient Satisfaction Survey. Patients that are treated in outpatient or hospital environments may receive different surveys, and the volume of responses will vary by question.

Responses are measured on a scale of 1 to 5 with 5 being the best score.

The comments are submitted by patients and reflect their views and opinions. The comments are not endorsed by and do not necessarily reflect the views of St. Luke’s University Health Network.

 

Overall Score

4.9 out of 5
103 ratings , 37 reviews

Patient Reviews

10/20/2024
Everybody at the office was respectful pleasant and caring

09/16/2024
Dr. Brown was excellent and very supportive throughout my prior operation's recovery and this current operation and recovery.

08/31/2024
Dr Brown was recommended by my PCP. I appreciate both Dr's time and that both of them are concerned about my total health not just the issue that I am seeing them for. We are an entire person/ body. It doesn't seem that is always recognized by some of the individual specialists. I feel fortunate to have Dr Brown on my care team. And I feel St Luke's is fortunate to have both Dr Brown & my pcp. I appreciate they are working in tandem for the best care for me.

08/25/2024
I had a good experience with Andrew M Brown MD, while came here firche first time and was caring about the issue that I am having!

08/17/2024
You have to trust your Doctor to feel he has your best interest above all. I trust Dr Brown completely. I know he will do what he feels is best for me.

08/05/2024
Dr. Brown was very helpful and gave me options about having surgery eventually

07/08/2024
Very good experience

07/03/2024
Dr. Brown is caring, compassionate & knowledgeable . So happy to be under his care.

06/02/2024
1st time visit. Made me feel confident I made right choice finding a sirgeon who may eventualpy opetate on me.

05/15/2024
I can't begin to express how pleased I am with Dr. Brown. He always is respectful, informative, and gives me whatever time necessary. Don't ever loose him.

05/13/2024
I trust Dr Brown and his staff is always polite. I always recommend Dr Brown to everyone. I will not go to anyone else.

05/13/2024
Again the attitudes of the staff at SLUHN has changed for the better. Please continue to understand that respect and understanding is the best medicine.

05/04/2024
Dr Brown is one of the best doctors I have dealt with. He is caring and listens to you and explains things to you in an easy way to understand. An appointment with Dr Brown is always a pleasant experience.

04/30/2024
Highly recommend everyone @ St. Luke's. Best hospital & staff!!!

04/23/2024
Very good, positive follow up postop visit

04/21/2024
Doctor Brown and his staff are very professional/helpful all my visits.

04/21/2024
I WAS SEEN PROMPTLY AND DR BROWN WAS THOROUGH AND HELPFUL WITH THE FOLLOW UP OF MY HOSPITAL STAY LAST MONTH

04/11/2024
Dr. Brown gave me my life back.

04/09/2024
Was a follow up after gallbladder surgery. The doctor was very nice, listened to what I had to say. Very good care

04/07/2024
Dr Brown was kind, approachable, and addressed my concerns. The office staff was great! Even Dr. Cipolla stopped in my exam room to say hi. I was taken back almost immediately (and I was 15 minutes early!) and was walking back out only a little after my actual appointment time. It was a simple post op visit after a lap choley, so the appointment was about as quick as I had hope!

04/03/2024
Excellent care!

04/03/2024
Excellent office visit with Dr. Brown. Spent quality time with me , answered all of my questions.

02/27/2024
I am satisfied with the care and outcome of the procedure.

02/26/2024
Great personality. Answered all my concerns. 3rd yr resident was the same.

02/20/2024
Though St Lukes has many Doctors that are good and competent in most cases, they also have some Doctor's that are of a much higher caliber. Dr. Brown and a couple of others rank In the Higher Caliber Group. I will always be grateful to God for Dr. Brown and the others that go way above their duties and responsibilities to make patients like me get better in many ways that are not written in books.

02/17/2024
It has been from day one a very positive experience from ALL aspects. Not any negative or any disappointing concerns.

02/12/2024
This office is always happy. I trust Dr Brown. He is always up front with you and asks what your thoughts are.

01/18/2024
Excellent medical care, plain, easy to understand step by step explanation of the medical procedure, it was obvious doctor Brown had read my entire medical file.As for the procedure, could not be happier, doctor on time to procedure, all support staff ready to go at the time of procedure and procedure went exactly as Doctor Brown explain it to me. All and all. Exellent care.Good job St luke !!! This provider was outstanding .

01/13/2024
It was clear this Dr. Had reviewed my case before I arrived. He was totally prepared and did a very good job of explaining what he would do for the operating procedure.

01/11/2024
Felt like I was in good hands

12/26/2023
Dr. Andrew Brown is terrific in all aspects.

12/16/2023
Very good pleased with my experience Dr. Brown

12/15/2023
Excellent surgeon, did a great job on me, saved my life.

12/11/2023
My experience with Dr Brown has always been a pleasant experience. He's thorough and very helpful with my questions. He brings me ease as I go through my ordeal. Thank you Dr Brown

12/03/2023
St Lukes is a great hospital

11/27/2023
Very great

11/18/2023
My visit with Dr. Brown was excellent.