Samuel R. Browd, M.D., Ph.D.
About Samuel R. Browd, M.D., Ph.D.
Samuel R. Browd is the Chief Medical Officer and co-founder of several biomedical startups, a professor of neurological surgery at the University of Washington, and an attending neurosurgeon at Seattle Children's Hospital.
Title and Professional Roles
Samuel R. Browd holds multiple prominent positions in the medical and academic fields. He is currently the Chief Medical Officer and Co-founder of various ventures. He serves as a Professor of Neurological Surgery at the University of Washington and Attending Neurosurgeon at Seattle Children's Hospital. Additionally, he directs The Sports Institute at UW Medicine and the Hydrocephalus program at Seattle Children's. Browd is also the Surgical Director of the Tone Management Program and leads the pediatric neurosurgical complex spine practice at Seattle Children's Hospital.
Education and Expertise
Samuel R. Browd completed his M.D. and Ph.D. at the University of Florida, focusing on neuroplasticity and learning. His educational background laid a strong foundation for his extensive career in neurological surgery and biomedical innovation. He also serves as an Adjunct Professor of Bioengineering and is an affiliate faculty member at the Foster School of Business. His research interests currently include robotics and computational healthcare, which align with his practical expertise in neurosurgery and bioengineering.
Academic and Research Contributions
Browd has a robust academic and research portfolio with over 125 peer-reviewed medical publications and book chapters. His contributions to the field are recognized internationally, and he frequently lectures on topics related to biomedical innovation and commercialization. As the UW Presidential Entrepreneurial Faculty Fellow, he has a significant impact on academic research and its application in commercial ventures. He was recognized as the University of Washington School of Medicine Inventor of the Year in 2016.
Involvement in Biomedical Startups and Advisory Roles
Samuel R. Browd is a co-founder of five venture-backed biomedical startups and serves as a business and medical advisor to numerous early-stage biotech companies. His role extends to advising and filtering for various venture capital firms, showcasing his influence in the integration of medical expertise and business acumen. Recognized for his innovative contributions, two of the products he co-developed were listed as Time Magazine’s Invention of the Year in 2017 and 2019.
Sports Medicine and Concussion Program Leadership
In addition to his surgical and academic roles, Browd is the Medical Director of the Seattle Children's Sports Concussion Program. He acts as an unaffiliated neurologic consultant to the NFL and provides independent consultation to the Seattle Seahawks. His leadership at The Sports Institute at UW Medicine underscores his commitment to advancing sports medicine and concussion management, contributing to safer sports practices and better recovery protocols for athletes.