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Dr. Kyle E. Brown, MD, MSc

(433 Ratings)

Specializes in: Hepatology (Liver Disease) and Adult Gastroenterology

Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine

Professional interests include: liver failure, liver transplant, gastrointestinal problems (digestive disorders), and more.

200 Hawkins Drive
Iowa City, IA 52242

(319) 356-4901

Dr. Kyle E. Brown, MD, MSc is a hepatologist in Iowa City, IA specializing in hepatology (liver disease) and adult gastroenterology. This provider graduated from Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine. Dr. Kyle E. Brown, MD, MSc is affiliated with University of Iowa, U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs and University of Iowa Health Care.

Office Locations

200 Hawkins Drive
Iowa City, IA 52242

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601 Highway 6 Iowa City Vamc (584)
West Iowa City, IA 52246

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Some issues Dr. Kyle E. Brown, MD, MSc can help you with:

Gastrointestinal Problems (Digestive Disorders)

The gastrointestinal system, or GI tract, is the name given to a collection of organs that work together to digest food. These organs fit together in a long tube, running from the mouth to the anus, and include the esophagus, stomach, and intestines, among others. With so many parts working together, complicated by today's busy lifestyles and diets, digestive problems are common. As many as 1 in 3 Americans have a digestive or GI disorder. There are a huge variety of digestive problems, but the most common are IBS, constipation, GERD, hemorrhoids, and ulcers.

IBS, or irritable bowel syndrome, happens when the muscles surrounding the colon contract too easily or frequently. The result is abdominal pain, cramps, diarrhea or constipation, gas and bloating. IBS attacks can often be brought on by specific triggers, so a key part of treatment is learning which foods trigger IBS attacks and avoiding them. Treatment also includes exercise, avoiding stress, and medications if needed.

Constipation, or large, hard, or infrequent stools, happens to everyone at some point. It can be caused by a disruption in routine or food, or by eating a diet without many fresh fruits and vegetables. Although it is uncomfortable, constipation is common and usually not serious, but it can sometimes become chronic. Adding fiber to the diet, exercising, and taking medications may help.

GERD, or gastroesophageal reflux disease, is a severe form of chronic heartburn where stomach acid spills back up into the esophagus. Left untreated, the acid may even eat away at the esophagus and cause serious damage. Treatment includes changing the diet to avoid trigger foods, losing weight if needed, medications, or even surgery.

Hemorrhoids are blood vessels around the rectum that become irritated, swollen or torn while straining during a bowel movement. They are most often caused by constipation, but can also be caused by pregnancy, diarrhea, or simply a genetic predisposition towards hemorrhoids. Treatment involves first treating any constipation issues, then keeping the area clean and soothed until it has healed. If these measures are ineffective, surgery is sometimes used.

Peptic ulcers are sores or spots of inflammation in the lining of the stomach or close to the stomach in the small intestine. Usually this area is coated with a protective lining that shields the tissue from the strong stomach acid, but a break in the lining can let acid in, causing the sores. It used to be thought that stress caused ulcers, but now it is known that is not the case. Most often, they are caused by an infection by H. pylori bacteria, but ulcers can also be caused by alcohol abuse or overuse of aspirin, ibuprofen, naproxen, or other NSAIDS. The symptoms of an ulcer are pain, hunger, nausea, and fatigue.

Gastrointestinal problems, perhaps more than any other area, are markedly affected by lifestyle. Many disorders can be prevented or treated at least in part by eating a healthy diet high in fiber, exercising regularly, drinking enough water, and limiting alcohol intake. Still, the frequency of digestive disorders means that even the healthiest person can be affected by them. Anyone who notices blood in their stool, experiences abdominal pain, unexplained weight loss, or any significant change in bowel movements should see a doctor.

In The News

“Jean is survived by her husband John whom she married July 7, 1956; daughter Dr. Kyle Brown, son-in-law Hasan Hicsasmaz, and granddaughter Innes Hicsasmaz all of Iowa City, Iowa.”—"Jean Marie Brown", The Morning Journal, December 2012

“Kyle Brown, M.D. Iowa City.”—"Letters (Published 2006)", New York Times, May 2006

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2012 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Kyle E. Brown, MD, MSc treated as a hepatologist in Iowa City, IA during 2012 were hospital care, inpatient care, minimally invasive procedures and gastrointestinal procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Kyle E. Brown, MD, MSc for Medicare patients.

diagnostic procedures	23
doctor visit	82
gastrointestinal procedures	40
hospital care	61
inpatient care	61
minimally invasive procedures	40
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	23

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2013 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Kyle E. Brown, MD, MSc treated as a hepatologist in Iowa City, IA during 2013 were hospital care, inpatient care, minimally invasive procedures and gastrointestinal procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Kyle E. Brown, MD, MSc for Medicare patients.

diagnostic procedures	15
doctor visit	109
gastrointestinal procedures	30
hospital care	72
inpatient care	72
minimally invasive procedures	30
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	15

2013 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Kyle E. Brown, MD, MSc.

**Gender**
Male	78
Female	87

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	144
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	68
From 75 to 84	0
85 and over	0
Less than 65	72

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Kyle E. Brown, MD, MSc in 2013

Hypertension	56
High Cholesterol	34
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	24
Depression	27
Chronic Kidney Disease	39
Asthma	0
Osteoperosis	0
Atrial Fibrilation	0
Heart Failure	17
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	16
Diabetes	39
Dementia	7
Cancer	9

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2014 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Kyle E. Brown, MD, MSc treated as a hepatologist in Iowa City, IA during 2014 were hospital care, inpatient care, minimally invasive procedures and gastrointestinal procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Kyle E. Brown, MD, MSc for Medicare patients.

diagnostic procedures	27
doctor visit	95
gastrointestinal procedures	39
hospital care	52
inpatient care	52
minimally invasive procedures	39
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	27

2014 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Kyle E. Brown, MD, MSc.

**Gender**
Male	78
Female	86

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	146
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	72
From 75 to 84	0
85 and over	0
Less than 65	69

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Kyle E. Brown, MD, MSc in 2014

Hypertension	53
High Cholesterol	37
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	27
Depression	32
Chronic Kidney Disease	35
Asthma	0
Osteoperosis	0
Atrial Fibrilation	0
Heart Failure	15
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	16
Diabetes	36
Dementia	0
Cancer	7

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2015 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Kyle E. Brown, MD, MSc treated as a hepatologist in Iowa City, IA during 2015 were minimally invasive procedures, gastrointestinal procedures, removal of lesion (e.g. growth) and diagnostic procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Kyle E. Brown, MD, MSc for Medicare patients.

diagnostic procedures	51
doctor visit	118
gastrointestinal procedures	63
hospital care	32
inpatient care	32
minimally invasive procedures	63
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	51

2015 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Kyle E. Brown, MD, MSc.

**Gender**
Male	174
Female	190

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	326
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	144
From 75 to 84	0
85 and over	0
Less than 65	158

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Kyle E. Brown, MD, MSc in 2015

Hypertension	62
High Cholesterol	41
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	31
Depression	31
Chronic Kidney Disease	35
Asthma	9
Osteoperosis	7
Atrial Fibrilation	7
Heart Failure	20
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	19
Diabetes	40
Dementia	7
Cancer	7

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2016 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Kyle E. Brown, MD, MSc treated as a hepatologist in Iowa City, IA during 2016 were minimally invasive procedures, gastrointestinal procedures, removal of lesion (e.g. growth) and diagnostic procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Kyle E. Brown, MD, MSc for Medicare patients.

diagnostic procedures	51
doctor visit	90
gastrointestinal procedures	68
hospital care	40
inpatient care	40
minimally invasive procedures	68
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	51

2016 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Kyle E. Brown, MD, MSc.

**Gender**
Male	84
Female	83

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	149
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	64
From 75 to 84	0
85 and over	0
Less than 65	78

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Kyle E. Brown, MD, MSc in 2016

Hypertension	61
High Cholesterol	34
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	29
Depression	35
Chronic Kidney Disease	45
Asthma	22
Osteoperosis	10
Atrial Fibrilation	8
Heart Failure	28
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	24
Diabetes	41
Dementia	11
Cancer	8

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2017 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Kyle E. Brown, MD, MSc treated as a hepatologist in Iowa City, IA during 2017 were minimally invasive procedures, gastrointestinal procedures, removal of lesion (e.g. growth) and diagnostic procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Kyle E. Brown, MD, MSc for Medicare patients.

diagnostic procedures	48
doctor visit	115
gastrointestinal procedures	67
hospital care	20
inpatient care	20
minimally invasive procedures	67
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	48

2017 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Kyle E. Brown, MD, MSc.

**Gender**
Male	77
Female	84

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	144
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	75
From 75 to 84	0
85 and over	0
Less than 65	58

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Kyle E. Brown, MD, MSc in 2017

Hypertension	68
High Cholesterol	39
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	37
Depression	36
Chronic Kidney Disease	53
Asthma	9
Osteoperosis	7
Atrial Fibrilation	12
Heart Failure	25
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	23
Diabetes	43
Dementia	11
Cancer	10

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2018 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Kyle E. Brown, MD, MSc treated as a hepatologist in Iowa City, IA during 2018 were hospital care and inpatient care.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Kyle E. Brown, MD, MSc for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	100
hospital care	26
inpatient care	26

2018 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Kyle E. Brown, MD, MSc.

**Gender**
Male	54
Female	65

**Age**
From 65 to 74	54
From 75 to 84	0
85 and over	0
Less than 65	41

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Kyle E. Brown, MD, MSc in 2018

Hypertension	66
High Cholesterol	43
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	33
Depression	45
Chronic Kidney Disease	50
Asthma	10
Osteoperosis	11
Atrial Fibrilation	11
Heart Failure	27
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	22
Diabetes	34
Dementia	13
Cancer	13

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2019 Medicare Procedure Volume

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Kyle E. Brown, MD, MSc for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	90

2019 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Kyle E. Brown, MD, MSc.

**Gender**
Male	38
Female	52

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	79
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	43
From 75 to 84	19
85 and over	0
Less than 65	28

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Kyle E. Brown, MD, MSc in 2019

Hypertension	74
High Cholesterol	47
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	38
Depression	44
Chronic Kidney Disease	51
Asthma	14
Osteoperosis	21
Atrial Fibrilation	12
Heart Failure	24
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	21
Diabetes	38
Dementia	0
Cancer	0

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2020 Medicare Procedure Volume

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Kyle E. Brown, MD, MSc for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	58

2020 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Kyle E. Brown, MD, MSc.

**Gender**
Male	38
Female	47

**Age**
From 65 to 74	41
From 75 to 84	24
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Kyle E. Brown, MD, MSc in 2020

Hypertension	66
High Cholesterol	44
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	34
Depression	33
Chronic Kidney Disease	47
Asthma	0
Osteoperosis	0
Atrial Fibrilation	0
Heart Failure	27
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	14
Diabetes	36
Dementia	14
Cancer	0

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2021 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Kyle E. Brown, MD, MSc treated as a hepatologist in Iowa City, IA during 2021 were hospital care and inpatient care.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Kyle E. Brown, MD, MSc for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	90
hospital care	38
inpatient care	38

2021 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Kyle E. Brown, MD, MSc.

**Gender**
Male	58
Female	66

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	107
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	65
From 75 to 84	0
85 and over	0
Less than 65	32

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Kyle E. Brown, MD, MSc in 2021

Hypertension	69
High Cholesterol	50
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	31
Depression	31
Chronic Kidney Disease	57
Asthma	15
Osteoperosis	0
Atrial Fibrilation	16
Heart Failure	27
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	16
Diabetes	39
Dementia	11
Cancer	11

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2022 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Kyle E. Brown, MD, MSc treated as a hepatologist in Iowa City, IA during 2022 were hospital care and inpatient care.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Kyle E. Brown, MD, MSc for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	98
hospital care	12
inpatient care	12

2022 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Kyle E. Brown, MD, MSc.

**Gender**
Male	45
Female	68

**Age**
From 65 to 74	55
From 75 to 84	33
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Kyle E. Brown, MD, MSc in 2022

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	65
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	33
Depression	32
Chronic Kidney Disease	32
Asthma	12
Osteoperosis	16
Atrial Fibrilation	21
Heart Failure	26
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	20
Diabetes	46
Dementia	0
Cancer	13

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

Average Medicare Procedure Volume From 2012 - 2022

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Kyle E. Brown, MD, MSc for Medicare patients.

The highest averages for the top procedures that Dr. Kyle E. Brown, MD, MSc treated as a hepatologist in Iowa City, IA were minimally invasive procedures, gastrointestinal procedures, hospital care and inpatient care.

diagnostic procedures	35
doctor visit	95
gastrointestinal procedures	51
hospital care	39
inpatient care	39
minimally invasive procedures	51
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	35

Average Medicare Patient Data From 2012 - 2022

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Kyle E. Brown, MD, MSc.

**Gender**
Male	65
Female	75

**Ethnicity**
Black / African American	0
Asian / Pacific Islander	0
Non-Hispanic White	99
Hispanic	0
Native American / Alaskan Native	0
Other	0

**Age**
75 to 84	6
85 and over	0
Less than 65	48
65 to 74	61

Average of Total of Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Kyle E. Brown, MD, MSc From 2012 - 2022

The highest averages of the most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Kyle E. Brown, MD, MSc treated were hypertension, chronic kidney disease, high cholesterol and diabetes.

Hypertension	59
High Cholesterol	39
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	28
Depression	31
Chronic Kidney Disease	40
Asthma	8
Osteoporosis	6
Heart Failure	21
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	17
Diabetes	35
Atrial Fibrillation	7
Cancer	7
Dementia	6

Education & Training

Dr. Kyle E. Brown, MD, MSc graduated from Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine. This provider is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine and has a state license in Iowa.

Medical School: Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine

Board Certification: American Board of Internal Medicine

Licensed In: Iowa

Affiliations & Hospitals

Dr. Kyle E. Brown, MD, MSc is associated with these hospitals and organizations:

University of Iowa

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs

University of Iowa Health Care

Ratings & Reviews

Dr. Kyle E. Brown, MD, MSc has an exceptional overall rating with an average of 4.77 out of 5 stars based on 433 ratings. We collect ratings and reviews of Dr. Kyle E. Brown, MD, MSc from all over the web to help you find the right in Iowa City, IA.

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General Payments

These charts describe general payments received by Dr. Kyle E. Brown, MD, MSc. Doctors may receive payments for a number of reasons, including meal compensation, travel compensation, and consulting.

**Payments by Company**
Genentech USA, Inc.	$77 Kadcyla $77
Ipsen Biopharmaceuticals, Inc	$38 ONIVYDE $22	Somatuline Depot $16
Ethicon US, LLC	$16 HARMONIC Product Family $16
Janssen Biotech, Inc.	$12 SIMPONI $12

**Types of Payments**
Food and Beverage	$142

Biography

Dr. Kyle Brown's areas of specialization are adult gastroenterology and hepatology (liver disease); dr. Kyle Brown sees patients in Iowa City, IA and West Iowa City, IA. Dr. Brown's clinical interests include gastrointestinal problems (digestive disorders), liver failure, and colorectal cancer screening. Dr. Brown has a 5.0 out of 5 star average patient rating. Dr. Brown attended medical school at Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine. Dr. Brown is professionally affiliated with the University of Iowa Health Care and U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs.