4.8
5 Ratings with 3 written Reviews
Summary
Dr. James Smith is a gastroenterologist with 45 years of experience treating digestive system disorders. He earned his medical degree from the University of Texas Southwestern Medical School and completed his internship and residency at Carolinas Medical Center in Charlotte Memorial. Dr. Smith furthered his training with a fellowship at the Ochsner Clinic Foundation in 1986, establishing his deep expertise in gastroenterology. He is fluent in both Spanish and English.
Dr. Smith practices at Ochsner Medical Center in New Orleans, Louisiana, where he focuses on treating conditions such as Crohn's disease, bowel obstruction, and colon polyps. His expertise includes performing procedures like home infusion therapy and providing sedation for patient comfort during treatments. He also incorporates physical therapy into comprehensive care plans when appropriate. Patients consistently rate Dr. Smith highly for his care, giving him an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars.
Dr. Smith practices at Ochsner Medical Center in New Orleans, Louisiana, where he focuses on treating conditions such as Crohn's disease, bowel obstruction, and colon polyps. His expertise includes performing procedures like home infusion therapy and providing sedation for patient comfort during treatments. He also incorporates physical therapy into comprehensive care plans when appropriate. Patients consistently rate Dr. Smith highly for his care, giving him an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars.
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Quick Facts
- accepting new patients
- 45 years of experience
- 16 insurance plans accepted
- speaks Spanish, English
- Ochsner Clinic Foundation - GME Office
- 3 written reviews
- 2 specialties
- 11 areas of expertise
- 2 board certifications
- 1 hospital affiliation
- 1 office location
- Male
Office Location
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. James W Smith
Medical Specialties
Dr. James W Smith has the following 2 specialties
Specialty Expertise
Dr. James W Smith has the following 11 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
45 Years Experience
MEDICAL LICENSE
Medical Doctor, Louisiana, 2026, Active
EDUCATION & TRAINING
Fellowship
Ochsner Clinic Foundation - GME Office1986
Residency
Carolinas Medical Center/Charlette Memor1984
Internship
Carolinas Medical Center/Charlette Memor1982
Medical School
Univeristy of Texas Southwestern Medical SchoolGraduated in 1981
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