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Laura Hanson Brown

Laura Hanson Brown, MD

Internal Medicine

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Highlights

Age Groups Seen

  • Young Adult 18-25
  • Adult 26-64
  • Older Adult 65+

Languages

  • English

Gender

Female

Johns Hopkins Affiliations:

  • Johns Hopkins Community Physicians

About Laura Hanson Brown

Johns Hopkins Physician

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Background

Laura Brown, M.D., practices internal medicine at Johns Hopkins Community Physicians North Bethesda. She received her medical degree from Harvard Medical School, and also completed her residency in internal medicine at Bellevue Hospital Center.

Locations

  1. Johns Hopkins Community Physicians - North Bethesda
    • 6000 Executive Boulevard, Suite 625, Rockville, MD 20852
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Expertise

Education

  • Residency: NYC Health+Hospitals/Bellevue, Internal Medicine, 2000
  • Medical Education: Harvard Medical School, MD, 1997

Board Certifications

  • Internal Medicine: American Board of Internal Medicine, 2000

Insurance

Search plans
  • Aetna
  • CareFirst
  • Cigna
  • First Health
  • Geisinger Health Plan
  • HealthSmart/Accel
  • Johns Hopkins Health Plans
  • MultiPlan
  • Pennsylvania's Preferred Health Networks (PPHN)
  • Point Comfort Underwriters
  • Private Healthcare Systems (PHCS)

Ratings & Reviews

4.9 out of 5

258 ratings, 108 reviews

The Patient Rating score is an average of all responses to physician related questions on the national CG-CAHPS Medical Practice patient experience survey through Press Ganey. Responses are measured on a scale of 1 to 5, with 5 being the best score. Comments are also gathered from our CG-CAHPS Medical Practice Survey through Press Ganey and displayed in their entirety. Patients are de-identified for confidentiality and patient privacy.

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    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 5/22/2026

    Thank you Dr Laura Brown for her excellent care and professionalism!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 5/20/2026

    Dr Laura Brown is the one of my very favorite doctors. I've been seeing her for many years.She's very easy for me to talk to as she's very experienced and very knowledgeable

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 5/20/2026

    Dr. Brown has been my provider for many years.She is excellent.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 5/15/2026

    Dr Brown is an absolutely wonderful doctor.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 5/15/2026

    I've been a patient for many years and trust my provider completely.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 5/15/2026

    Laura Brown

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 5/13/2026

    Dr. Brown shows a deep interest in my medical problems and approaches them as I think she would were I a member of her family

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 5/13/2026

    Excellent communicator

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 5/6/2026

    Patient, easy to talk to , caring

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 5/6/2026

    Dr. Brown is a very good internist. I feel Incan bring up any health issues and she'll be able to discuss them with me and give me good advice. She also provides excellent preventive care.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 5/1/2026

    Excellent visit. Excellent provider

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 4/29/2026

    Dr. Laura Brown is an excellent internist. She is up to date on the latest medical advances, studies my medical history before the appointment, listens carefully to my concerns and recommends appropriate actions. She truly cares for my emotional and physical health.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 4/29/2026

    Excellent Doctor in every way possible.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 4/24/2026

    Dr. Brown was attentive and sensitive to testing and all my concerns. She is following up on some interesting foot symptoms. I feel I am getting the best care possible.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 4/22/2026

    Dr Brown is welcoming, engaged, respectful, compassionate and thorough.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 4/22/2026

    Dr. Laura Brown is wonderful. I highly admire and respect her.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 4/17/2026

    Dr brown is a wonderful doctor.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 4/17/2026

    Laura Brown

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 4/17/2026

    Dr. Brown always answers all my questions and gives me all the time I need for all my issues. Very patient and caring.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 4/15/2026

    Dr. Brown and the nurse on the care team are listening carefully to our needs and are very helpful

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 4/15/2026

    Dr Brown is a caring and veryGood physician

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 4/8/2026

    Dr. Brown is wonderful.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 4/3/2026

    Dr Brown is one of the best medical doctors that I have ever been to

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 4/1/2026

    Dr Brown keeps me healthy

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 3/27/2026

    Patient helpful empathetic

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 3/27/2026

    I have been seeing Dr. Brown for many years and hope to continue seeing her for many more. I am lucky to have such a thorough and conscientious doctor.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 3/27/2026

    Always personable and professional

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 3/27/2026

    Dr. Brown is an outstanding primary care physician. She listens carefully when I explain any medical issues I am experiencing, and her recommendations in this regard have been excellent. Also, she always checks to see if I am up to date with my vaccinations which is very helpful.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 3/25/2026

    Dr. Brown is an excellent and caring physician

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 3/25/2026

    Dr Brown is wonderful!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 3/20/2026

    Professional, caring, knowledgeable and informative at all levels. A+

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 3/20/2026

    Doctor Brown Is very professional, kind, and thoughtful. I respect Doctor Brown very much for the contribution to our society. Respectfully

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 3/18/2026

    I consider myself very lucky to have Dr. Brown as my primary physician.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 3/18/2026

    Dr. Brown demonstrates a great depth of knowledge, interest in my needs, has the ability to be proactive and has a wonderful bedside manner.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 3/13/2026

    I'm very happy with Dr. Brown as my provider for more than 10 years now. She is very professional, smart and caring.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 3/13/2026

    I'm so lucky to have Dr Brown as my physician. She's a wonderful listener, never appears rushed, and is really caring.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 3/13/2026

    Dr Brown is the best doctor I've ever had, she is a gem and deserves a raise

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 3/6/2026

    Very kind & great provider

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 3/4/2026

    The best

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/27/2026

    Dr Brown is outstanding!!!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/25/2026

    Dr. Brown is very thorough, compassionate, and professional. I always feel that I get the best care when I see her.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/20/2026

    I have been seeing Dr Laura Brown for years and I am grateful for her care, professionalism and genuine concern regarding my health issues! I have such a trust and comfort level knowing she is my doctor. Thank you

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/13/2026

    I have been seeing Dr Brown for many years and I can't say enough good things about her. She is respectful, compassionate and extremely professional. My mother is also her patient and always sings her praises after every visit.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/11/2026

    Very happy with the attention, caring and service I received in giving me a solution and medication for my visit.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/11/2026

    Dr Brown is an excellent physician. She is the right blend of caring and firm and is truly an expert in her field

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/7/2025

    Dr Brown is very thorough and also has great bedside manners. I am happy to have her as my physician and even wanted her for my daughter but she is not accepting new patients!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/7/2025

    Dr. Laura Brown

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/6/2025

    Dr. Brown is awesome.!!!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/5/2025

    I like Dr. Brown very much. She is easy to talk to and makes me comfortable. She is usually thorough and is kind and thoughtful.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/5/2025

    Dr Brown carefully answered my questions. I felt it was a very good visit

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/31/2025

    Dr. Laura Brown

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/22/2025

    Very friendly, caring and intelligent.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/22/2025

    Excellent. Where I didn't answer it was inapplicable.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/22/2025

    Dr Laura Brown is the best PCP out there. I have been seeing her for the last 15 years or so. Dr. Brown is sweet, pleasant and professional. Always on top if things

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/22/2025

    Dr L. Brown

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/20/2025

    One of the best providers I've ever had!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/16/2025

    Always friendly, thorough and gives me her full attention.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/16/2025

    Doctor Laura Brown is excellent in providing medical advice and support.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/15/2025

    She has helped me greatly both in person and online by ordering Physical Therapy, refilling appointments and answering questions.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/15/2025

    Dr. Brown is extremely kind, empathetic, knowledgeable and simply the best.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/6/2025

    Dr. Brown provided excellent care for complex intertwined health conditions. She listened, raised ideas for treatment options, and provided insight on concerns that helped decisionmaking and support for course of treatment. Excellent medical practitioner

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/25/2025

    She always has the answers to my questions.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/24/2025

    Caring , understanding and patient

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/17/2025

    I am truly grateful to have Dr Laura Hanson as my primary doctor. She is very thorough, knowledgeable and listens to my concerns and answers my questions.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/17/2025

    Dr Brown is excellent . Easy to talk to . Knowledgeable. Answers all emails very quickly .

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/16/2025

    She is very good!

    3 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/15/2025

    15 minutes is never enough time to see a doctor when you have chronic health problems. It is a recipe for something being missed.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/12/2025

    Dr. Brown such a wonderful provider. She explain each and every details that was being discuss about my health.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/10/2025

    Best ever. Thank you.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/5/2025

    She is fantastic!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/5/2025

    She is terrific which is why I filled this out

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/3/2025

    Dr Brown is an excellent physician

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/26/2025

    Dr brown is an excellent doctor. Very caring goes beyond to figure out.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/25/2025

    Dr Brown is an excellent physician. She is smart and caring.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/25/2025

    Knowledgeable and kind. Instills confidence and encouragement. Couldn't ask for better

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/21/2025

    Dr Brown is compass ionate, knowledgeable, a good listener does not suggest unnerving tests

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/20/2025

    Dr. Brown is excellent Physician extremely knowledgeable and caring.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/18/2025

    We had an open dialogue regarding additional health (therapies) options to compliment my current regime

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/15/2025

    Dr. Brown is always thorough and I never feel like she's rushing through the visit. She listens and takes my concerns seriously. She is truly a partner in my health care.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/14/2025

    Very compassionate

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/13/2025

    She provides expert care and is promptly responsive to questions and requests.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/13/2025

    Dr Brown is compassionate and patient and takes her time to make sure I have time to ask questions and have them addressed.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/13/2025

    Dr Laura Brown is an exceptional provider. I have complete confidence in her professional care; she is patient, courteous, and listens to my concerns in a caring manner. I feel blessed to have her as my doctor.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/12/2025

    I've seen Dr. Brown, for a number of years and she is an amazing internist and an amazing provider. I'm very fortunate to be in her practice.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/12/2025

    Provider is very smart and asks the right questions. But the physical exam is very lacking.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/8/2025

    Dr.Brown was very thorough, listened carefully and emphatically. Feel very fortunate to have such a wonderful professional provider.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/7/2025

    Perfect

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/6/2025

    Dr. Brown is responsive to my needs and very helpful

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/4/2025

    Dr Brown is a superb physician.

    2 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/1/2025

    Provider was very dismissive about my needs and knowledge of my own health needs

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/30/2025

    I always enjoy my visits with Dr. Brown. She listens carefully to my symptoms. She is highly knowledgeable about many conditions. She provides excellent care and also carefully refers me to specialists when that's needed.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/30/2025

    This was an emergency visit and I got the attention to the matter at hand in the most professional manner.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/29/2025

    Very Professional

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/29/2025

    She's the best

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/28/2025

    Efficient and helpful

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/23/2025

    I am so thankful to have Dr. Brown as my PCP (for over 20 years I think). She is extremely diligent, patient and thorough. She listens carefully to my concerns and has always offered advice/guidance in a caring and diligent way. I truly have confidence and trust in her and her opinions.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/23/2025

    Very compassionate, sincere. Truly concerned about my health and how it can be improved.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/23/2025

    I have gone to see Dr Brown for 10 yrs and she is an excellent PCP. Always up to date on my health issues and observant about new ones. She has a wonderful disposition and allows me to speak freely about my health problems without being rushed. She summarizes our discussion and reviews the next steps to be taken to resolve issues.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/22/2025

    Dr. Laura Brown is very knowledgeable, professional, and personable.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/18/2025

    Dr Brown is an excellent physician.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/16/2025

    Dr Brown is an excellent doctor. She reads medical notes from my other JHCP providers and coordinates care with them. This practice works together well.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/16/2025

    Dr Brown is attentive and careful

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/11/2025

    I have implicit faith in Dr. Brown

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/11/2025

    Laura Brown is an outstanding provider/physician/person!!!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/9/2025

    She's the best! Smart, kind, caring

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/8/2025

    Dr. Brown is very bright, kind and patient. I am fortunate to be her patient!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/7/2025

    I always feel during my visits with Dr. Brown that has my good health in mind. She asks good questions and listens carefully to my responses. I feel fortunate to have her as my primary health physician

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/30/2025

    Great Visit