About
Dr. Ryan Brown is a board-certified internist and co-founder of Downtown Drs. Brown. He grew up on a farm in Henderson, KY, and earned his undergraduate degree in Psychology from the University of California, San Diego. He completed pre-medical coursework at the University of Georgia before attending the University of Kentucky College of Medicine, where he met his future wife and co-founder, Dr. Cady Brown. Both trained together at Tulane University Medical Center for their Internal Medicine residencies, and both stayed on as Chief Residents.
After returning to Kentucky, Dr. Ryan Brown practiced in a hospital-owned setting before co-founding Downtown Drs. Brown. He chose primary care for the depth of the physician-patient relationship it makes possible. His clinical interests span chronic disease management, preventive medicine, and mental health. He holds membership in the American College of Physicians. Outside the office, he enjoys golf, skiing, reading the newspaper, good coffee, and outdoor time with his family.
Education & Training
Undergraduate
University of California, San Diego, Psychology
Medical School
University of Kentucky College of Medicine
Residency
Internal Medicine, Tulane University Medical Center
Additional Training
Chief Residency, Tulane University Medical Center; Pre-medical coursework, University of Georgia
Certifications
Conditions Treated
Who is Dr. Brown right for?
Dr. Ryan Brown is well suited for adults who want a primary care physician with deep experience managing chronic and complex conditions. Patients dealing with heart disease, hypertension, diabetes, or thyroid conditions benefit from his thorough, unhurried approach. He is particularly attentive to patients who want a physician advocate to help navigate hospitalizations and specialist coordination. Adults seeking a long-term relationship with a doctor who knows their full story will find a strong match in Dr. Brown.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Dr. Ryan Brown specializes in internal medicine with a focus on primary and preventive care. He manages chronic conditions including heart disease, high blood pressure, high cholesterol, diabetes, kidney disease, thyroid disease, asthma, and COPD. He also addresses mental health, skin conditions, musculoskeletal injuries, and men's health concerns including erectile dysfunction.
Yes. Dr. Brown holds board certification from the American Board of Internal Medicine. He is also a member of the American College of Physicians.
Dr. Brown earned his medical degree from the University of Kentucky College of Medicine. He completed his Internal Medicine residency at Tulane University Medical Center in New Orleans and stayed on for an additional year as Chief Resident.
Dr. Brown co-founded the practice with Dr. Cady Brown after years in a hospital-owned setting. He found that the time and space needed to deliver his best care simply were not available in that environment. Downtown Drs. Brown gave him the venue to treat patients with complete attention and compassion, with no eye on the clock.
Yes. Dr. Brown treats anxiety, depression, and grief as part of his primary care practice. He believes that doctoring covers both sickness and wellness, physical and mental health alike.
Dr. Brown takes a prevention-first approach to chronic disease. He works to understand each patient's full history and tailors treatment to minimize medications where possible. He also partners with yoga instructors, nutritionists, and other holistic providers to support lifestyle-based interventions alongside traditional care.
Doctor profile last updated June 6, 2026