Symone M. Brown, MS, MPH, MBA
About Symone M. Brown, MS, MPH, MBA
Symone Brown is a Clinical Research Coordinator in Neuro-Oncology with a multidisciplinary background in clinical research, public health and medical sciences. She holds a Bachelor's degree in Exercise Science, a Master of Public Health, a Master of Business Administration, and a Master of Science in Management, and has completed two years of medical school.
A native of Los Angeles, California, Symone also played collegiate basketball, an experience that shaped her dedication to teamwork, resilience, and service. Her research interests include neuro-oncology, sports medicine, health equity, and disparities in diagnostic pathways. In her spare time she enjoys reading, listening to music, playing video games, and watching documentaries.
Titles
Clinical Research Coordinator I
Certifications
Adult Mental Health First Aid (aMHFA)
Awards and Honors
2023, Kansas College of Osteopathic Medicine, Student Researcher of the Year
2011-2015, Dean’s List, Texas A&M University
2014, President’s Honor Roll, Texas A&M University
Education & training
Undergraduate Degree
BS in Exercise Physiology - Texas A&M University, College Station, TX
Graduate Degree
MBA - Texas A&M University, College Station, TX
MPH in Health Education and Communication - Tulane University School of Public Health and Tropical Medicine, New Orleans, LA
MS in Management - Texas A&M University, College Station, TX
Publications
Publications
2025
Kotch C, Gomes A, Schatz KS, Dombi E, Brown SM, Gross AM, Alves M, Perreault S, Mueller S, Reddy AT, Romo C, Bornhorst M, Tonsgard J, Weiss BD, Widemann B, Fisher MJ. The spectrum of pathogenic NF1 variants in Participants Enrolling on Clinical Trials of MEK inhibitors for Plexiform Neurofibroma. Human Genet, October 2025 (epub ahead of print).
2023
Kotch C, Dombi E, Shah A, Smith K, Brown SM, Li Y, Widemann B, Fisher M. Retrospective Cohort Analysis of the Impact of Puberty on Plexiform Neurofibroma Growth in Patients with Neurofibromatosis Type 1. J Pediatr. 2023.
2020
Hoof M, Sommi C, Meyer L, Bird ML, Brown SM, Mulcahey MK. H-index and Association with Leadership Positions for Academic Orthopaedic Surgery Faculty in the United States. Accepted for publication in J Am Acad Orthop Surg, January 2020.
Caldemeyer L, Brown SM, Mulcahey MK. Neuromuscular Training for the Prevention of Ankle Sprains in Female Athletes: A Systematic Review. Phys Sports Med, published on-line February 2020.
Thakar O, Meyer LE, Brown SM, Mulcahey Mk. Orthopaedic Surgical Skills Training During Fourth Year of Medical School. MedEd Publish, February 2020.
Olivas S, Brown SM, Mulcahey MK. Psychosocial Interventions Help Facilitate Recovery Following Musculoskeletal Sports Injuries: A Systematic Review. Phys Sports Med, Published online March 2020.
Gaviria M, McCluskey L, Brown SM, Savoie FHS, Mulcahey MK. Triceps Tendon Injuries: Risk Factors, Treatment, and Rehabilitation. JBJS Rev; 8(4): April 2020.
Cole W, Vopat B, Brown SM, Heard WMR, Mulcahey MK. Epidemiology, Diagnosis, and Management of Tibial Tubercle Avulsion Fractures in Adolescents. JBJS Rev; 8(4): April 2020.
Minetos P, Trojan JD, Brown SM, Mulcahey MK. Softball Pitching Mechanics and Shoulder Injuries: A Narrative Review. Accepted to Sport Biomechanics, April 2020.
Higgins M, Kale N, Brown SM, Mulcahey MK. Home Call: Managing Home, Family, and Life Responsibilities as an Orthopaedic Surgeon. Accepted for publication in J am Acad Orthop Surg, April 2020.
Kusumoto H, Brown SM, Mulcahey MK. Factors Contributing to Diurnal Variation in Athletic Performance and Methods to Reduce Within-day Performance Variation: A Systematic Review. Accepted for Publication to J Strength Conditioning Res, June 2020.
2019
Oser F, Swinford AJ, Trojan JD, Brown SM, Mulcahey MK. Important Factors Taken into Account by Orthopaedic Residents Applying to Sports Medicine Fellowships. Submitted to Sports Health May 2019.
Hayes M, Brown SM, Mulcahey MK. Women’s Sports Medicine Programs in the United States: An Interdisciplinary Approach to the Care of Girls and Women. Phys and Sports Med, June 2019 (epub ahead of print).
Abbot A, Bird M, Wild E, Brown SM, Stewart G, Mulcahey MK. Part I: Epidemiology and Risk factors for Stress Fractures in Female Athletes. Phys and Sports Med, June 2019 (epub ahead of print).
Abbot A, Bird M, Wild E, Brown SM, Stewart G, Mulcahey MK. Part II: Presentation, Diagnosis, Classification, Treatment and Prevention of Stress Fractures in Female Athletes. Phys and Sports Med, June 2019 (epub ahead of print).
Huebner C, Adnan M, Kraeutler MJ, Brown SM, Mulcahey MK. Using the United States Medical Licensing Examination Step 1 Score as a Screening Tool for Orthopaedic Surgery Away Rotations. J Bone Joint Surg Am, October 2019; 101: e106.
Trinh L, Brown SM, Mulcahey MK. The Influence of Psychological Factors on the Occurrence and Severity of Sports-related Concussions. Am J Sports Med, November 2019 (epub ahead of print).
Yayac M, Trojan JD, Brown SM, Mulcahey MK. Formal Leadership Training for Orthopaedic Surgeons: Limited Opportunities Amongst Growing Demand. Ortho Reviews, December 2019; 11.
Trojan JD, Meyer LE, Brown SM, Edgar C, Mulcahey MK. Epidemiology of Shoulder Instability in Collision Collegiate Sports from 2009 to 2014. Accepted for publication in Arthroscopy July 2019.
Ashton M, Kraeutler MJ, Brown SM, Mulcahey MK. Psychological Readiness to Return to Play After ACL Reconstruction, Current Concepts Review. Accepted for publication in JBJS Reviews October 2019.
McGroarty N, Brown SM, Mulcahey MK. Concussions in Female Athletes. Accepted for publication in Orthop J Sports Med, November 2019.