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Dr. Clarence Brown Jr, MD

Dr. Clarence Brown Jr, MD

Dermatology*
25+ years of experience

Dr. Clarence Brown Jr, MD is a dermatologist in Onalaska, WI and has over 25 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Brown Jr has extensive experience in Skin Cancer & Excision. He graduated from UNIVERSITY OF PITTSBURGH / MAIN CAMPUS in 1995. He is affiliated with Gundersen Lutheran Medical Center. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4.1 Star Rating
Based on 134 reviews 4.1 Star Rating (134 reviews)

Practice

3111 Gundersen Dr Onalaska, WI 54650
Telehealth available

At a Glance

  • Areas of Expertise
    Dr. Brown Jr specializes in the areas of Dermatology & Micrographic Dermatologic Surgery. See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. See reviews
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ See hospitals
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Dr. Brown Jr's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Brown Jr

4.1
134 ratings, 98 with a written review
5 star
75%
75%
4 star
3%
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3 star
0%
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2 star
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1 star
22%
22%

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I found Dr Brown to be arrogant and condescending in his manner. The way he speaks to his staff (in front of patients) is concerning. He is the most scalpel-happy dermatologist I have ever had. I would not recommend him. Note - I think I know why all the 5 star reviews are by ‘anonymous’, and written in quite general terms. He probably asks his staff to write reviews!
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
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Kate – Feb 21, 2025
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The offices collection policies are highly aggressive.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Apr 16, 2021
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Dr. Brown is an arrogant jerk. He has a total God complex. His jokes are terrible although his staff whom he was complete rude to felt obligated to laugh. Worst bed side manner of any surgeon I've ever seen. He was curt and bossy to his PAs. If you don't mind be treated like the help, then go see this guy. If not, find someone who is actually warm and caring. I figured that was a given with a reputable doctor but I guess I'm wrong.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
5 others found this helpful
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Jan 20, 2021
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Absolutely do NOT go here! Unprofessional staff, completely rude, mishandling of patient. Charged $200 no show fee after I had specifically asked for call back to confirm insurance codes. Never responded, took 4 days to get back to me. Never had anyone that was a DR or Medical Assistant review pathology results. Surgery wasn’t even needed. Totally money motivated practice and not patient health. I would rather pay $200 to an attorney for the principal of this then to give this office a cent!!!!
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
4 others found this helpful
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Sep 01, 2020
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Of all the experiences my family has had with doctors, what we experienced with Dr. Brown was the worst - we couldn’t believe how unprofessional and negligent he was. I strongly recommend against seeing Dr. Brown especially children, or adolescents. My son developed a severe skin condition, and Dr. Brown was unprofessional and negligent in providing my son’s necessary care. Additionally, poor communication and follow-up care prompted me to call our pediatrician. Our pediatrician was concerned, and referred us to a new dermatologist. We stopped seeing Dr. Brown, and what a difference that made, night and day! The new dermatologist treated my son’s condition with utmost care and professionalism. From this experience, my son and I realized how truly terrible our experience was with Dr. Brown.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
8 others found this helpful
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Sep 06, 2019
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helpful and explained procedure as we went. I left feeling positive and assured I was in capable, expert hands.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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C. J. – Jun 28, 2019
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Doctor was very smart and extremely kind! Highly recommend!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
2 others found this helpful
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Anonymous – May 24, 2019
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I've been seeing Dr. Karaban for thirty years, it's not the same since he retired.
What went well
  • Office environment
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
2 others found this helpful
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IL – May 19, 2019
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Dr. Brown is a very knowledgeable, responsible provider. He was a very skilled surgeon and performed my procedure quickly and painlessly.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Anonymous – May 08, 2019
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It was my first time seeing Dr. Brown and he was friendly and attentive. The appointment was quick, easy and time efficient.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Anonymous – Apr 26, 2019
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Very thorough and listens to his patients.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Brian K. – Mar 13, 2019
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I am very disappointed with the lack of professional courtesy his office staff demonstrate. Refusing to coordinate care, condescending tones, generally unhelpful. But OVERLY helpful if they talk you into paying with cash.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Staff wasn't friendly
3 others found this helpful
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Watervliet, MI – Mar 12, 2019
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The doctor and staff couldn't be nicer. They explained everything and more importantly they answered all of my questions. I recommend Dr. Brown and his staff if you need any type of facial surgery.
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Anonymous A. – Mar 06, 2019
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MD Brown is friendly and professional. He made sure I didn't have any questions before leaving the room.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Anonymous – Feb 26, 2019
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Doctor seemed confident of his ability and experience.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Anonymous – Jan 24, 2019
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Very good attention to details of the visit from all of the staff. Thank You
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Anonymous A. – Jan 22, 2019
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I had a concern and the staff were able to get me in for an appointment quickly and Dr. Brown spent a lot of time with me to address all of my concerns and addressed all of the issues I had.
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Anonymous A. – Jan 19, 2019
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Everyone is very professional,helpful,and informed.Thanks
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Terrance S. – Jan 19, 2019
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overall great experience with a detailed explanation
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Dan L. – Jan 18, 2019
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It is always an excellent professional experience to see Dr. Brown. I recommend him to all of my family and friends.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Anonymous – Jan 18, 2019
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About Me

care philosophy

Clarence William Brown Jr. is a Board Certified Dermatologist, Mohs Micrographic Surgery Specialist, and the Director of Mohs Micrographic Surgery at Advanced Skin and Mohs Surgery Center. Residing in Chicago since 1995, he completed his internship...read more

biography

Dr. Clarence Brown, MD is a dermatologist in Chicago, IL and has been practicing for 18 years.
  • Dermatology

  • Dermatologic Surgery

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  • University Of Pittsburgh / Main Campus

    Medical School, 1995
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Dermatology®
Dermatology
Micrographic Dermatologic Surgery
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  • English

  • Arabic

  • French

  • Italian

  • Polish

  • Russian

  • Spanish

Locations

Practice

Gundersen Pharmacy3111 Gundersen Dr Onalaska, WI 54650
1

Practice

Advanced Skin and Mohs Surgery Center SC331 W Surf St Ste 912 Chicago, IL 60657
2

Practice

United Physical Therapy LLC2200 Marquette Rd Peru, IL 61354
3

Practice

Advanced Skin and Mohs Surgery Clinics PC2570 Niles Rd Saint Joseph, MI 49085
4

Affiliated Hospitals

  • Gundersen Lutheran Medical Center

    1900 South Ave
    La Crosse, WI 54601
    Recipient of 13
    hospital awards

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2024, 2023, 2022)

    Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

    Surgical Care Excellence Award™ (2024)

    Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

    View all awards

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    91%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    7% higher than the national average

    82%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    7% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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