Summary

Dr. Douglas Smith is an obstetrician and gynecologist with nearly four decades of experience caring for women throughout their reproductive health journey. He earned his medical degree from St. Georges University School of Medicine and completed his internship at Brooklyn Hospital Center-Caledonian Campus in 1989, followed by his residency at the University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey in 1992. With 39 years of dedicated practice, Dr. Smith brings extensive expertise to women's healthcare. He communicates with patients in English.

Dr. Smith practices at MemorialCare Long Beach Medical Center and sees patients in Long Beach, California. His clinical focus includes managing complex conditions such as preeclampsia, high-risk pregnancies, and antepartum depression. He performs specialized procedures including fetal ultrasounds and breast cancer screenings. Patients have given Dr. Smith an average rating of 4.7 stars, reflecting their confidence in his compassionate care and clinical expertise.
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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.7
  • 39 years of experience
  • 51 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • University Of Medicine And Dentisrty Of New Jersey
  • 15 written reviews
  • 2 specialties
  • 12 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Had a good bedside manner
  • Spent time with me

Office Location

Optum-Atlantic Specialty

2699 Atlantic AveLong Beach, CA 90806

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4.7 
39 Years of Experience 31 Years of Experience 26 Years of Experience 17 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English Speaks English, Spanish, Arabic, Romanian
Long Beach , CASanta Monica , CARancho Cucamonga , CANewport Beach , CA
Med School: St. Georges University School of Medicine Med School: Keck School Of Medicine Of The University Of Southern California Med School: Texas Tech University Health Science Center School Of Medicine Med School: Loma Linda University School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Douglas Charles Smith

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - HMO
  • Alignment Health Plan
  • Alignment Health Plan - HMO
  • AltaMed Senior BuenaCare (PACE)
  • America's 1st Choice
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA - HMO
  • Blue Shield of California
  • Blue Shield of California - HMO
  • Bright Health
  • CalOptima
  • CHAMPVA - HMO
  • Cigna
  • Cigna - PPO
  • Commonwealth Care Alliance
  • Contra Costa Health Plan
  • GEHA
  • Health Alliance
  • Health Net
  • Health Net - HMO
  • HealthPartners
  • Humana
  • Humana - HMO
  • Inland Empire Health Plan
  • Kaiser Permanente
  • L.A. Care Health Plan
  • L.A. Care Health Plan - HMO
  • L.A. Care Health Plan - Medicaid (Managed)
  • L.A. Care Health Plan - Medicare
  • Magellan Health
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Mercy Care
  • Meritain Health
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Optum Health
  • SCAN Health Plan
  • SCAN Health Plan - HMO
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - PPO

Medical Specialties

Douglas Charles Smith has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Douglas Charles Smith has the following 12 areas of expertise

  • Birth Control
  • C-section
  • Child Birth
  • Gynecologist
  • Hot Flashes
  • Infertility
  • Menopause
  • Menstrual Pain
  • Pap Smear
  • Pelvic Exam
  • Pregnancy
  • Women's Health

Certifications, License, & Education

39 Years Experience

Douglas Charles 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

Residency

Completed their residency at University Of Medicine And Dentisrty Of New Jersey in 1992.

Internship

Completed their internship at Brooklyn Hospital Center-Caledonian Campus in 1989.

Medical School

Graduated from St. Georges University School of Medicine in 1987.

NPI Number

Douglas Charles Smith's NPI number is 1932212529.

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Douglas Charles Smith is affiliated with Memorialcare Long Beach Medical Center.

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