2.9
8 Ratings with 3 written Reviews
Summary
Hand surgery is the focus of Dr. David Smith's practice, with orthopedic surgery as a second listed specialty. With 50 years of experience, he treats meniscus tears, osteoarthritis, and rotator cuff tears, and performs shoulder instability procedures, arthroscopic surgery, and acromioplasty. He is affiliated with East Campus Medical Center at UC San Diego Health.
Dr. Smith earned his medical degree from the University of California Davis School of Medicine and sees patients in San Diego, California. He speaks English and Spanish.
Dr. Smith earned his medical degree from the University of California Davis School of Medicine and sees patients in San Diego, California. He speaks English and Spanish.
Overview based on verified provider data
Quick Facts
- 50 years of experience
- 22 insurance plans accepted
- speaks English, Spanish
- University Of California Davis School Of Medicine
- 3 written reviews
- 2 specialties
- 16 areas of expertise
- 1 hospital affiliation
- 2 office locations
- Male
Patients’ Perspective
- Flexible scheduling
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Office Locations
Dr. David Gail Smith has 2 locationsEast Campus Medical Center At Uc San Diego Health
6655 Alvarado RdSan Diego, CA 92120 Tel: (858) 657-7000
University Of California San Diego Medical Center Hillcrest
200 W Arbor DrSan Diego, CA 92103 Tel: (619) 543-6222
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| Dr. David Gail Smith, MD | Dr. Andromahi Trivellas | Dr. Thomas S Hong, MD | Dr. Matthew Follett, MD |
| Orthopedic Surgery | Orthopedic Surgery | Orthopedic Surgery | Orthopedic Surgery |
| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | |
| 50 Years of Experience | 8 Years of Experience | 8 Years of Experience | 8 Years of Experience |
| No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option |
| Speaks English, Spanish | Speaks English | Speaks English | Speaks English |
| San Diego , CA | San Diego , CA | San Diego , CA | San Diego , CA |
| Med School: University Of California Davis School Of Medicine | Med School: Tulane University School Of Medicine | Med School: Washington University In St Louis School Of Medicine | Med School: University Of Nebraska College Of Medicine |
Current Profile | View Profile | View Profile | View Profile |
Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. David Gail Smith
Medical Specialties
Dr. David Gail Smith has the following 2 specialties
Specialty Expertise
Dr. David Gail Smith has the following 16 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
50 Years Experience
Dr. David Gail Smith holds an active medical license in the state of California.
Medical License
Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of California that expires in 2027.
Education & Training
Medical School
Graduated from University Of California Davis School Of Medicine in 1976.
NPI Number
Dr. Smith's NPI number is 1962497636.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Is Dr. David Smith accepting new patients?
- Dr. David Smith has not indicated that they accept new patients. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
- What languages does Dr. David Smith speak?
- Dr. David Smith speaks English and Spanish.
- Does Dr. David Smith accept my insurance?
- You can see the insurance plans that Dr. David Smith accepts on their Vitals profile.
- Which hospitals is Dr. David Smith affiliated with?
- Dr. David Smith is affiliated with East Campus Medical Center At Uc San Diego Health.
- Does Dr. David Smith accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
- Dr. David Smith has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
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