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Carol L. Brown, MD, FACOG, FACS

Carol L. Brown, MD, FACOG, FACS

Gynecologic Surgeon

4.7 | 183 reviews

Areas of Expertise

Conditions I Treat

  • Cervical cancers and conditions
  • Uterine cancers and conditions
  • Ovarian cancers and conditions

My Specialties

  • Minimally invasive surgery
  • Fertility-sparing surgery
  • Health equity research
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Get to Know Me

I am a physician who is dedicated to improving the lives of women with gynecologic cancers. I am a board-certified gynecologic oncologist who, for more than 15 years, has used my skills as a surgeon to provide high-quality and compassionate care to women with ovarian, uterine, cervical, and vulvar cancer at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center.

I have special training and expertise in surgical debulking of ovarian cancer and the use of minimally invasive surgery for the treatment of uterine and cervical cancer. In addition to surgery for gynecologic cancers, I have a special interest in the prevention and treatment of cervical and vulvar dysplasia and carcinoma in situ.

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My years of education and training — including graduating with honors from Harvard University and receiving my MD from Columbia University, where I was elected to the Alpha Omega Alpha honor society — have helped prepare me for the unique challenges of caring for women with cancer. I have received honors and awards including the first Malcolm X Memorial Scholarship from Columbia University’s College of Physicians and Surgeons, and the American Cancer Society’s Clinical Oncology Career Development Award for my research in cervical cancer. I was named one of “America’s Leading Physicians” by Black Enterprise magazine in 2001 and 2008 and am listed in “Top Doctors in the New York Metro Area 11th Edition” by Castle Connolly in 2007.

I work to improve the quality and delivery of cancer care to women on a national level through my healthcare policy and advocacy activities. I have or currently hold committee positions including Chairperson of the New York State Department of Health Ovarian Cancer Information Program Advisory Council, Advisor for Special Populations for the Gynecologic Oncology Group, Chair of the Government Relations Committee of the Society of Gynecologic Oncologists, and Delegate to the American Medical Association, where I am also Chair of the Cancer Caucus. In addition to taking care of women with cancer, my career is focused on the reduction and elimination of cancer health disparities experienced by medically underserved populations; and promoting public policy to increase awareness, improve care, and increase research funding for gynecologic and other cancers both locally and nationally.

What I Do at MSK

A gynecologic (GY-neh-kuh-LAH-jik) surgeon is a doctor with special training in surgery on the female reproductive system. This includes the cervix, endometrium, fallopian tubes, ovaries, uterus, and vagina.

  • Senior Vice President and Chief Health Equity Officer
  • Nicholls-Biondi Chair for Health Equity at Memorial Sloan Kettering
  • Vice Chair Health Equity, Department of Surgery
Areas of Expertise

Conditions I Treat

  • Cervical cancers and conditions
  • Uterine cancers and conditions
  • Ovarian cancers and conditions
  • Gynecologic cancers and conditions

My Specialties

  • Minimally invasive surgery
  • Fertility-sparing surgery
  • Health equity research
Education & Honors

Education

  • MD, Columbia University

Residencies

  • Obstetrics and Gynecology - Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania

Fellowships

  • Gynecologic Oncology - Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center

Board Certifications

  • Obstetrics and Gynecology
  • Gynecologic Oncology

Awards and Honors

  • Castle Connolly: America’s Top Doctor (2025)
  • Castle Connolly: Exceptional Women in Medicine (2024)
  • Castle Connolly: America’s Top Doctor (2024)
  • Top Doctors New York Metro Area, Castle Connolly (2023)
  • Exceptional Women in Medicine Award, Castle Connolly (2023)
  • Castle Connolly: America's Top Doctors (2023)
  • AACR-Minorities in Cancer Research Jane Cooke Wright Memorial Lectureship (2017)

Insurance Information

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Aetna

In Network Coverage Type
HMO, EPO PPO, POS, Transplant

Aetna Medicare Advantage (MTA and NYC retirees only)

In Network Coverage Type
PPO

Anthem BCBS and other BCBS licensee plans

In Network Coverage Type
PPO, POS, EPO, HMO

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Anthem BCBS Health Plus

In Network Coverage Type
HMO

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Blue Cross Blue Shield Federal Employee Program

In Network Coverage Type
HMO, PPO

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Blue Cross Blue Shield states outside of NY/NJ

In Network Coverage Type
HMO, EPO PPO, POS

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Carrum Health

In Network Coverage Type
Supplemental

Cigna

In Network Coverage Type
PPO, POS, HMO

Connecticare

In Network Coverage Type
POS, EPO, HMO

First Health

In Network Coverage Type
PPO

Straight NJ Medicaid

In Network Coverage Type
State Government

Straight NY Medicaid

In Network Coverage Type
State Government

Emblem

In Network Coverage Type
PPO, POS, EPO, HMO

Offers a qualified health plan from the Health Insurance Marketplace. Call Emblem to learn more.

Emblem Essential

In Network Coverage Type
HMO

Emblem Medicare Advantage (Medicare Choice PPO Network and VIP Prime Network Only)

In Network Coverage Type
PPO, HMO

Empire Essential

In Network Coverage Type
HMO

Empire Plan / NYSHIP (Blue Cross/UnitedHealthcare split plan)

In Network Coverage Type
PPO

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Fidelis

In Network Coverage Type
HMO, EPO

Offers a qualified health plan from the Health Insurance Marketplace. Call Fidelis to learn more.

Fidelis Managed Medicaid & HARP

In Network Coverage Type
HMO

Fidelis Medicare Advantage

In Network Coverage Type
HMO

Healthfirst

In Network Coverage Type
EPO, HMO, PPO, POS

Offers a qualified health plan from the Health Insurance Marketplace. Call Healthfirst to learn more.

Healthfirst Managed Medicaid

In Network Coverage Type
HMO

Healthfirst Medicare Advantage

In Network Coverage Type
HMO, PPO

Healthsmart

In Network Coverage Type
PPO EPO

Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield New Jersey (HMO)

In Network Coverage Type
HMO

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Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield New Jersey (PPO)

In Network Coverage Type
PPO

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Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield New Jersey Omnia Tier I (EPO)

In Network Coverage Type
EPO

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Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield New Jersey Omnia Tier II (EPO)

In Network Coverage Type
EPO

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Horizon Medicare Advantage

In Network Coverage Type
PPO, HMO

Husky CT Medicaid

In Network Coverage Type
State Government

Magnacare

In Network Coverage Type
PPO, POS, EPO

Medicare Part A&B (traditional Medicare)

In Network Coverage Type
Federal Government

Metroplus

In Network Coverage Type
HMO

City Employee Health Plans (Gold and Gold Care)

Multiplan/Beech Street/PHCS

In Network Coverage Type
Supplemental

MVP

In Network Coverage Type
PPO/OAP

Non-Participating Plans with Out of Network Benefits

In Network Coverage Type
PPO, POS, EPO, HMO

NYC Medicare Advantage Plus for City Employees

In Network Coverage Type
TBD

Oscar

In Network Coverage Type
HMO/EPO

Oxford

In Network Coverage Type
PPO, EPO

World Trade Center Health Program (WTC)

In Network Coverage Type
State Government

Qualcare

In Network Coverage Type
PPO, POS, HMO

Tricare

In Network Coverage Type
PPO, HMO

UMR

In Network Coverage Type
PPO, POS

United Healthcare

In Network Coverage Type
PPO, POS, HMO

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Contact and Location

Dr. Brown sees patients at two locations.

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New York, NY
Uniondale, NY
Rockefeller Outpatient Pavilion
160 East 53rd Street New York NY 10022
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1101 Hempstead Turnpike Uniondale NY 11553
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Research and Publications

Selected Book Chapters
“Palliative surgery in ovarian cancer.” Brown CL, Lewis JL Jr. In: Cancer of the Ovary. Markham M, Hoskins W, eds. New York: Raven Press; 1993: 217-228.

Publications on PubMed

Visit PubMed for a full listing of Dr. Brown’s journal articles. Pubmed is an online index of research papers and other articles from the US National Library of Medicine and the National Institutes of Health.

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Patient Reviews

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4.7 183 reviews

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Mar 26, 2025

Dr.Brown was the most educated physician I have ever met. She was very open and honest about what she saw and what I had to do. Her kindness and straightforward approach was so refreshing and humbling. I am grateful and honored for her time and care.

Mar 26, 2025

IT IS ALWAYS A PLEASANT FOLLOW UP VISIT WITH THE ONCOLOGIST DR BROWN AND HER TEAM OF ASSISTANTS AND NURSES. THE CARE AND ATTENTION I AM PROVIDED WITH IS EXCELLENT.

Mar 25, 2025

I am very happy with my provider she listen and did my checkup and explain to n my e with what she was doing

Mar 25, 2025

Knowing you are receiving the best care possible means everything!

Mar 25, 2025

I am greatful for Dr. Brown, her care for me is a blessing.

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Disclosures

Doctors and faculty members often work with pharmaceutical, device, biotechnology, and life sciences companies, and other organizations outside of MSK, to find safe and effective cancer treatments, to improve patient care, and to educate the health care community.

MSK requires doctors and faculty members to report (“disclose”) the relationships and financial interests they have with external entities. As a commitment to transparency with our community, we make that information available to the public.

Carol L. Brown discloses the following relationships and financial interests:

  • American College of Surgeons
    Fiduciary Role / Position
  • American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO)
    Professional Services and Activities (Uncompensated)
  • Brooklyn College Cancer Center (CommUnity Outreach, Research and Education) BCCC-CURE
    Professional Services and Activities (Uncompensated)
  • President's Cancer Panel
    Professional Services and Activities (Uncompensated)
  • U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA)
    Professional Services and Activities (Uncompensated)

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This page and data include information for a specific MSK annual disclosure period (January 1, 2023 through disclosure submission in spring 2024). This data reflects interests that may or may not still exist. This data is updated annually.

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