Dr. Steven J. Brotman, M.D., J.D.
Patient Medical Advocate
- Palm Beach FL, 33480Rating
5/5
About
Steven Brotman, MD, JD is a passionate Patient Medical Advocate.
Look for his forthcoming book: "THE HOSPITAL SURVIVAL GUIDE - A PRACTICAL GUIDE TO NAVIGATING THE HEALTH CARE SYSTEM AND SAVING YOUR LIFE . . . OR SOMEONE ELSE'S"
Dr. Steven Brotman is a Physician/Attorney and has a Medical Degree (MD) from The Mount Sinai School of Medicine in NYC and a Juris Doctor (JD) From the University of Maryland School of Law. Dr. Brotman has training in General Surgery and is Board Certified in Pathology.
Additionally, Dr. Brotman has advanced training in autoimmune diseases, immuno-pathology, immuno-hematology, and immuno-dermatology at Johns Hopkins Medical Center in Baltimore, Maryland. He worked as an advocate in Washington, DC in a Medical Device Trade Association fighting for patient's access to cutting-edge technologies and participated in national organizations to help craft health care policies to benefit patients in all areas of care including in-patient care, outpatient care, ambulatory care settings.
Dr. Brotman's wife, after a long bout of autoimmune disease, became catatrophically ill many years ago and subsequently became paraplegic. She was admitted as a hospital inpatient approximately 7 times each year subsequently for very complicated conditions involving, wound care, acute and chronic sepsis, bowel obstruction, pulmonary and other conditions too numerous to list.
It was primarily through these experiences, coupled with his undertanding of the intricacies of health care policy from Washington, DC that Dr. Brotman learned techniques to significantly better navigate the increasingly challenging hospital and medical health care system. Over the past sixteen years, he has applied many of these techniques . . . and a host of newer ones . . . to provide a devoted advocacy to numerous patients and their family in need to make sure that they are not the ones who fall through the cracks of the system.
Education and Training
Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai MD 1987
University of Maryland Francis King Carey School of Law Doctor of Law (JD) 1998
The Johns Hopkins University Medical Center 1995
Board Certification
Anatomic Pathology (Pathology)
American Board of Pathology (ABPath)
Provider Details
Faculty Titles & Positions
- Principal and Founder of Brotman Consulting Pharma & Medical Affairs 2019 - 2022
- Director of Medical Affairs Delfi Diagnostics 2022 - 2022
- Senior Regulatory Attorney Wyeth Pharmaceuticals 2004 - 2007
- Associate specializing in FDA Regulatory Law and Healthcare Law Morgan, Lewis & Bockius LLP 2002 - 2004
- Senior Vice President of Payment and Health Care Delivery Policy AdvaMed 2009 - 2019
Internships
- General Surgery (Internship): Saint Barnabas Medical Center, Livingston, New Jersey. Pathology (Residency): The Mount Sinai School of Medicine, NYC, New York. University of Maryland Francis King Carey School of Law, Doctor of Law (JD), Baltimore, Maryland
Fellowships
- The Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, Immuno-Pathology, including Immuno-Dermatology / Immuno-Hematology and autoimmune diseases.
Articles and Publications
- Dr Brotman has a forthcoming book in which he provides a realistic and concrete hands-on approach for patients and their families, aimed at problem solving difficult hospital problems that are commonly encountered: "THE HOSPITAL SURVIVAL GUIDE - A PRACTICAL GUIDE TO NAVIGATING THE HEALTH CARE SYSTEM AND SAVING YOUR LIFE . . . OR SOMEONE ELSE'S"
What do you attribute your success to?
- Dr Brotman attributes his success to his communication skills and devotion to helping patients navigate the health care system
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- Annamarie
I highly recommend Dr. Steve for his expertise level as a health care advocate! He is so knowledgeable about managing a diagnosis and the treatment plan. His compassion helped me and my son tremendously! He helped give us excellent advice on my son Jason’s serious health issues. He was always available day and night!! Thank you Steve!
- Tony
I enthusiastically endorse heath care advocate Dr. Steve Brotman, a remarkable friend and former neighbor whose dual expertise as a medical doctor and lawyer has been instrumental in providing invaluable support and advice for my daughter's severe medical conditions. Steve's multifaceted background enables him to offer unique insights and guidance, bridging the gap between medical, health care options and legal complexities with ease and compassion. Steve's personal journey of caring for his quadriplegic wife until her passing has deeply shaped his understanding and empathy towards individuals facing health challenges. His firsthand experience not only molded his professional approach but also serves as a testament to his unwavering commitment to compassionate care. What sets Steve apart is not just his impressive credentials but also his genuine concern for the well-being of others. He goes above and beyond to provide personalized support, always willing to lend an empathetic ear and offer practical solutions tailored to my family's needs. In times of uncertainty, Steve's guidance has been a beacon of hope, offering reassurance and clarity amidst the complexities of managing my daughter's medical conditions. I wholeheartedly recommend Dr. Steve Brotman to anyone seeking compassionate and comprehensive support from a trusted friend and healthcare advocate.
- Steven
I can not say enough good things about Dr. Brotman. To say this man is brilliant would be an understatement. He has advised me and my family through situations that I consider a lost cause and yet we came out ahead. His work ethics and resolve is like non other in my opinion. If your in need of highly trusted person who is wise beyond their years to advise and act on your behalf when all the chips are on the table, Dr. Brotman is the only one I truly trust without any reservations. Thank you Doc for everything, You truly are the very best
- Nicole
Dr. Brotman is a brilliant, caring and compassionate physician. He has helped me with issues concerning both my mother and father's healthcare needs. And he has changed several of my friend's lives by being under his care and consultation. Dr. Brotman has a broad knowledge of medicine and a network of the best specialists, many of whom consider him a respected friend. He makes himself available whenever you really need him. Can't say enough to truly express how wonderful this doctor is!!! Highly recommend.
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Get to know Pathologist Dr. Steven J. Brotman, who serves patients in Palm Beach, Florida.
Dr. Brotman is a dedicated patient medical advocate and an experienced pathologist, blending a diverse career that integrates expertise in medicine, regulatory law, and healthcare policy.
In his most recent role, Dr. Brotman served as the Medical Director of Medical Affairs at Delfi Diagnostics from May 2022 to November 2022. Prior to this, he held the position of Principal and Founder of Brotman Consulting: Pharma & Medical Affairs from September 2019 to July 2022. During this period, he offered his extensive knowledge to large, mid-size, and start-up pharmaceutical/device/biologic companies, specializing in all aspects of medical affairs, including the development of clinical operations for strategic clinical initiatives.
With an impressive educational background, Dr. Brotman earned his Medical Degree and completed his residency in pathology at the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai in 1987 and 1992, respectively. Expanding his knowledge further, he pursued studies at The Johns Hopkins University Medical Center from 1992 to 1995, focusing on immuno-pathology, immuno-dermatology, and immuno-hematology.
After completing his medical training, Dr. Brotman turned his attention to the legal domain, earning a Doctor of Law (J.D.) Degree from the University of Maryland Francis King Carey School of Law in 1998.
An expert in his field, the doctor is board certified in anatomic pathology by the American Board of Pathology (ABPath). The mission of the ABPath is to promote the health of the public and advance the practice and science of pathology by establishing voluntary certification standards and assessing the qualifications of those seeking to practice the specialty of pathology.
The foundation of Dr. Brotman’s career in regulatory law was laid during his time as a Senior Regulatory Attorney at Wyeth Pharmaceuticals from June 2004 to April 2007. Prior to that, he refined his legal skills as an Associate specializing in FDA Regulatory Law and Healthcare Law at Morgan, Lewis & Bockius LLP from April 2002 to June 2004.
His extensive journey in healthcare leadership traces back to his position as the Senior Vice President of Payment and Health Care Delivery Policy at AdvaMed, a prominent medical device trade association, where he served from June 2009 to August 2019. Throughout this period, Dr. Brotman showcased exemplary leadership by representing the organization in various forums and cultivating relationships with key stakeholders across academia, clinical institutions, advocacy groups, and guideline organizations.
After enduring a prolonged battle with autoimmune disease, Dr. Brotman’s wife fell critically ill several years ago, ultimately leading to her becoming paraplegic. Subsequently, she found herself admitted to the hospital approximately seven times each year, grappling with complex conditions such as wound care, acute and chronic sepsis, bowel obstruction, and various pulmonary issues, among others.
Through these challenging experiences and his comprehension of healthcare policy intricacies from Washington, D.C., Dr. Brotman acquired valuable techniques to adeptly navigate the increasingly complex hospital and medical healthcare system. Over the past sixteen years, he has applied and developed these techniques to offer dedicated advocacy to numerous patients and their families, ensuring they do not become casualties of a flawed system.
Dr. Brotman shares his insights in his upcoming book, “THE HOSPITAL SURVIVAL GUIDE – A PRACTICAL GUIDE TO NAVIGATING THE HEALTHCARE SYSTEM AND SAVING YOUR LIFE . . . OR SOMEONE ELSE’S.” He attributes his success to effective communication skills and a steadfast commitment to helping patients successfully navigate the healthcare system.
Pathology is a branch of medicine that involves the study and diagnosis of diseases through direct gross and microscopic tissue analyses (e.g. of biopsies). Pathologists also analyze various body fluids (e.g. blood) and whole bodies (autopsies). Pathologists are physicians who specialize in the diagnosis of diseases using laboratory methods.
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1309 N FLAGLER DR WEST PALM BEACH FL 33401