Brown & Toland Physicians

Meet Dr. Ruwan Silva, a trusted retina specialist in the Brown & Toland network. Dr. Silva is the founder of The California Retina Institute in West San Jose, where he provides advanced care for patients with macular degeneration, diabetic retinopathy, retinal tears and detachments, and other complex eye conditions. Known for his precision, compassion, and deep commitment to patient education, Dr. Silva also holds a faculty appointment at Stanford and collaborates on cutting-edge research in retinal imaging and prosthetics. 📍 Serving patients across the Bay Area from his San Jose practice. ➡️ Read our Q&A to learn more about his approach to care: https://hubs.la/Q03BWdDZ0 #BrownAndToland #RetinaSpecialist #VisionCare #Ophthalmology #BayAreaDoctors #MeetOurDoctors #PatientCare #HealthcarePartners

Hepatitis C: Silent, Serious — and Curable More than 2.4 million people in the U.S. are living with hepatitis C—and most don’t even know it. This often symptomless infection can silently cause serious liver damage, cirrhosis, or even cancer. The costs of untreated hepatitis C are staggering: $100,000+ in lifetime medical expenses per patient Billions annually in healthcare costs nationwide The good news? It’s now easily curable with highly effective antiviral therapies—and early detection is key. At Brown & Toland, we help our physicians close care gaps with proactive screening and support for patients who may be at risk. Because prevention and timely treatment don’t just save lives—they reduce long-term costs and strengthen our entire healthcare system. #WorldHepatitisDay #PreventiveCare #ClosingCareGaps #BrownAndToland #ValueBasedCare

Exceptional Care Is a Team Effort—And We’re Proud to Play Our Part Today, physicians are managing more than ever—complex patients, evolving technologies, and growing administrative demands. At Brown & Toland, we’re committed to supporting independent practices behind the scenes so physicians can stay focused on what matters most: patient care. ✔️ Streamlined referrals ✔️ Coordinated care plans ✔️ Insurance navigation support ✔️ Chronic condition programs and outreach We’re proud to be the infrastructure that helps make high-quality, relationship-based care sustainable—for physicians, and for the communities they serve. #PhysicianSupport #CareCoordination #ValueBasedCare #BrownAndToland

We’re growing again in Santa Clara—this time with the addition of Alignment Health to our Medicare Advantage offerings. By continuing to diversify the health plan options available to independent practices and their patients, we’re delivering on our mission to create a more connected, sustainable, and physician-led system of care. We’re proud to bring these new opportunities to the Bay Area’s vibrant medical community. #AlignmentHealth #MedicareGrowth #ValueBasedCare #SantaClara #BrownAndToland

Summer Surge? Let’s Talk Primary Care Access ER visits spike every summer—but not all of them are emergencies. When patients have access to timely, trusted primary care, they’re more likely to get the care they need before it becomes urgent. That’s why we help our physicians expand access—through extended hours, virtual visits, and better care coordination. Primary care isn’t just convenient. It’s essential. #PrimaryCare #AccessToCare #SummerHealth #BrownAndToland

Helping Medicare Advantage Members Stay Healthy—One Screening at a Time Brown & Toland Physicians is proud to host a free community health fair for our Medicare Advantage members this June. 📍 400 29th St., Suite 400, Oakland, CA 94609 🗓️ June 2–17 (Monday through Thursday only) ⏰ 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. (last appointment at 4 p.m.) At our brand-new Altais Medical Group location in Oakland, members can receive 30-minute preventive screenings—including blood pressure, diabetes, mammograms and more—all covered by their Medicare Advantage plan. 🎁 A $25 gift card is available to all participants who complete their screenings. 🧠 On-site support and health education will also be available. This event reflects our commitment to delivering accessible, patient-centered care—where prevention, not just treatment, drives better outcomes. 👉 RSVP or learn more: https://hubs.la/Q03p_gXt0 #ValueBasedCare #PreventiveHealth #MedicareAdvantage #PopulationHealth #OaklandHealthcare #BrownAndToland #AltaisMedicalGroup

On World Family Doctor Day, we celebrate the power of primary care—and the physicians who deliver it with compassion, insight, and dedication every day. At Brown & Toland Physicians, our extraordinary network of primary care providers do more than treat symptoms—they build relationships, earn trust, and help patients across the Bay Area stay healthier at every stage of life. 💬 To every doctor in our network: thank you for the care you deliver and the impact you make. #WorldFamilyDoctorDay #PrimaryCare #IndependentPhysicians #BrownAndToland #WholePersonCare #Gratitude

Staying Healthy Doesn’t Start in the Exam Room At Brown & Toland, we believe great care means staying one step ahead of illness—not just reacting to it. That’s why we offer programs that help our members stay healthy year-round, including: ✅ Preventive care reminders ✅ Personalized outreach for chronic conditions ✅ Follow-up support after hospital visits ✅ Wellness tools and screenings ✅ Help navigating care, from checkups to specialists These programs are powered by data—but delivered by real people who care. Because prevention isn’t just smart medicine—it’s personal. #PreventiveCare #PopulationHealth #MemberSupport #ValueBasedCare #BrownAndToland

👩⚕️ Honoring the Backbone of Healthcare: Our Nurses This National Nurses Week, we extend our deepest gratitude to the nurses who are essential partners in delivering quality care across our network. 💡 Did you know? 🔹 Nurses make up the largest segment of the healthcare workforce in the U.S. 🔹 There are over 4.5 million registered nurses nationwide. 🔹 Studies show that higher nurse staffing levels are linked to better patient outcomes, including lower hospital readmission rates and shorter lengths of stay. At Brown & Toland, we’re proud to collaborate with dedicated nurses who work alongside independent physicians to support patients across every stage of care. Thank you for your skill, compassion, and unwavering commitment to patient well-being. We appreciate all that you do! #NursesWeek #ThankYouNurses #HealthcareExcellence #IndependentCare #BrownAndToland

What’s the biggest barrier to preventive screenings in your experience? We know preventive screenings save lives—but completion rates still lag across the country. At Brown & Toland Physicians, we’re committed to closing that gap. Common obstacles include: 🟢 Access: Transportation or scheduling challenges 🟢 Awareness: Patients unaware they're due 🟢 Cost Concerns: Financial barriers 🟢 Fear/Discomfort: Anxiety about the screening process Poll Question: What’s the biggest barrier to preventive screenings? After voting, share in the comments: What strategies have worked for your organization to overcome these barriers? Let’s exchange ideas to move the needle on prevention. #PreventiveCare #PatientEngagement #PopulationHealth #HealthcareLeadership #BrownAndToland