Compassionate friend to many, died 27th March 2018 and the spark had gone out in a remarkable life that had spanned 75 years. Born on 7 now March 1943 into a multilingual household that after spells in San Francisco: he finally put down its roots in Tel Aviv and then Tehran, Ben was to embark upon an academic-professional track of in which he would become a formative figure for both psychiatry as well as radiology.
Early Career And Education
Ben’s intellectual inquisitiveness first emerged during his days at the University of California in Berkeley. There he acquired a deep interest in philosophy and stands psychology. His summers were spent as a county beach life-guard, an index finger pointing to his vitality. His pursuit of medical excellence brought him to Stanford Medical School, where he specialized in psychiatry according to the traditions of Jung-which also happened to be how he met Claudia (a future wife).
Career Achievements
Dr. Brown’s career was marked by his dedication to brain health. After initial training and a stretch teaching at the University of Arizona, clinical faculty, he returned to the University of California, San Francisco to do radiology. At a Kaiser hospital in Portland, OR-where ultimately he became chief of his section-his work was characterized by advances large and small in neuroradiology and functional MRI. Over four decades, Ben made significant contributions to both medical education and clinical research, leaving an enduring mark on the field.
Personal Life and Heritage
In addition to his professional achievements, Ben’s contemporaries remember him as an eclectic person who had both an interest in European history and fast cars, and a penchant for jazz and New Age music. After he retired to Sausalito, California in 1980, he spent much time working within the community. This included membership and leadership positions with local historians’ groups and homeowners associations, as well as the popular monthly Biscotti & Cars enlarged back seat barbecue pits for Woodland Schooldad owned.
Ben was survived by his wife Claudia Brower Brown, and his son Keith Brower Brown. They are his legatees, as are the countless others whose lives he touched through his professional career and social activities. The family asks that contributions be made to WildCare in San Rafael, in place of flowers; Ben had a deep love for animals.
Remembering Ben
Colleagues, relatives and friends of Ben either showed up themselves to say goodbye or sent word clusions. They remembered his kindness, his humor, and the delight that he took in a diversity of life. From his love for beautiful cars to his contributions to medicine and the welfare of society, Ben Brown took many shapes as a phenomenon, embodying the full and often rich range of life.
Dr. Michael Graves fondly remembered Ben for his unforgettable character and the enjoyable conversations they had together. He extends his condolences to Ben’s family. Victor Garlin and Mellodee Syler-Barlow echoed these sentiments, emphasizing Ben’s humane interests and exceptional nature. Elaine M. Burke, MD, and Vin Damico, remembering Ben–each shared their own memories; increasingly it felt as though Ben was influencing not only his own area but also extending into other fields. His passions and intellect had a far-reaching impact on everybody around him.
In conclusion
Dr. Ben Maurice Brown, he achieved a remarkable and rich life. The significance of his diverse interests will bring benefits to the world for decades more. Legacy Lanes salutes the memory of Ben Brown; and urges readers to learn more and share their own stories at https://legacylanes.info. It is a place where memories and legacies are cherished and preserved.
