Kelly A Brown, MD

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  • Division Chief, General Pediatrics, Department of Pediatric and Adolescent Medicine
  • Associate Dean, Graduate Medical Education, Western Michigan University Homer Stryker M.D. School of Medicine
  • Associate Professor, Department of Pediatric and Adolescent Medicine
    • Primary Address
    • Business
    • Western Michigan University Homer Stryker MD School of Medicine
    • 1000 Oakland Drive
    • Kalamazoo, MI, United States 49008

Biography

Biography

Kelly A. Brown, MD, is the Associate Dean for Graduate Medical Education and Designated Institutional Official (DIO) for Western Michigan University Homer Stryker MD School of Medicine (WMed).

Dr. Brown is a graduate of Western Michigan University, where she earned a bachelor's degree (BS) in Biomedical Sciences. She earned her medical degree (MD) from Michigan State University College of Human Medicine and completed her Residency in Pediatrics at the University of Virginia Health Systems in 2009. In addition, Dr. Brown completed a Fellowship in General Academic Pediatrics from the University of Rochester Medical Center.

Dr. Brown is an Associate Professor in the Department of Pediatrics and Adolescent Medicine at WMed and serves as Division Chief of Academic General Pediatrics. Prior to her current role as DIO, Dr. Brown also served as the Pediatric Residency Program Director at WMed from 2016-2025.

Throughout her career, Dr. Brown has worked closely with medical students and residents. In addition to mentoring, teaching, and scholarly activities, Dr. Brown remains active in direct patient care and enjoys working with children and families dealing with complex medical conditions, as well as providing quality mental, behavioral health, and preventive care to pediatric patients from birth to young adulthood.

Education

  • Fellowship 2012, General Academic Pediatrics, University of Rochester Medical Center, University of Rochester
  • Residency 2009, Pediatrics, University of Virginia Health System, University of Virginia
  • MD 2006, Michigan State University College of Human Medicine, Michigan State University
  • MD 2006, Michigan State University College of Human Medicine, Michigan State University
  • BS 2000, Biomedical Sciences, Western Michigan University , Western Michigan University
  • BS 2000, Biomedical Sciences, Western Michigan University , Western Michigan University

Board/Specialty

  • American Board of Pediatrics (General Pediatrics)

Honors & Awards

  • WMed Pediatrics Residency Outstanding Teaching Award. Western Michigan University Homer Stryker MD School of Medicine, 06/2018
  • Samuel W. Clausen Fellowship Award: Awarded annually to a pediatric fellow based on merit of research, training plans, and potential of the trainee; funding support for research and salary. University of Rochester School of Medicine & Dentistry, 06/2011
  • Excellence in Teaching Award: Awarded annually to one senior pediatric resident for excellence in teaching. University of Virginia, Department of Pediatrics, 06/2009
  • Janet Jeffries Award: Awarded annually to one pediatric intern for demonstration of generosity, compassion, and self-sacrifice. University of Virginia, Department of Pediatrics, 06/2007
  • Tom M. Johnson Award: For physician leadership and excellence in the art of medicine and the care of patients. Michigan State University College of Human Medicine, 06/2006
  • Dorris J Giddey Scholarship: Awarded for academic achievement. Michigan State University College of Human Medicine, 08/2002