Dr. James R. Smith, MD | Greenville, SC | Urologist

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Dr. James Smith has practiced urology and neurosurgery for 43 years and is affiliated with Bon Secours Saint Francis Downtown. He completed his residency at William S. Hall Psychiatric Institute and earned his medical degree from the Medical University of South Carolina College of Medicine. He sees patients in Greenville and Simpsonville, South Carolina. Patients on Vitals rate Dr. Smith 3.92 out of 5.

Overview based on verified provider data

accepting new patients
3.9

13 Ratings
43 years of experience
3 insurance plans accepted
speaks English
William S Hall Psychiatric Institute
5 written reviews
2 specialties
8 areas of expertise
1 hospital affiliation
2 office locations

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

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Dr. Smith's Ratings and Reviews

3.9

13 Ratings with 5 written Reviews

Average Wait Time 9 Minutes

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Had a good bedside manner: (4) Did WellNeeds Improvement (0)
Spent time with me: (4) Did WellNeeds Improvement (0)
Provided follow-up after the visit: (3) Did WellNeeds Improvement (0)
Flexible scheduling: (4) Did WellNeeds Improvement (1)
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excellent urologist!!! very caring, very knowledgeable! kind and considerate.excellent surgeon....too bad his office is connected with Bon Securs which is not our hospital of choice...GHS is far above and better!

March 26th, 2018

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Very professional staff

Did Well

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

July 26th, 2016

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Would not want another Dr. Great honest up front easy to talk to takes time with you. Doctor Smith seems to be the kind of person who likes what he and his staff does helping people. He and staff are very skilled. I would recommend him 5 stars across the board.

Did Well

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

February 18th, 2016

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Unfortunately I was not able to see amy Dr at Palmetto Urology. It took month to get an appointment that the moved without asking if it would work for me. When I did go the front desk receptionist was so unbelievably rude I left.

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Needs Improvement

Flexible scheduling

July 25th, 2015

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5 years ago, I walked into Dr. Smith's office with a diagnosis of renal cell carcinoma. He was honest, forth coming and had a plan of action in a short time. Surgery was tough, he was encouraging, He and the office staff were my cheerleaders. Could not ask for more.

Did Well

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

September 19th, 2014

Palmetto Greenville Urology

52 Bear DrGreenville, SC 29605

Tel: (864) 295-2131

Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm

SatClosed

SunClosed

Palmetto Greenville Urology

1340 Highway 14Simpsonville, SC 29681

Tel: (864) 295-2131


Dr. James Ronald Smith, MD	Dr. Sella R Littlepage II, MD	Dr. Ali A Latefi, DO	Dr. Taylor Elizabeth Girolamo, MD
Urology	Neurosurgery	Urology	Neurosurgery
Accepts New Patients		Accepts New Patients
3.9 (13 Ratings)	4 (4 Ratings)	4 (60 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)
43 Years of Experience	56 Years of Experience	30 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		Speaks English
Greenville , SC	Greenville , SC	Spartanburg , SC	Marrero , LA
Med School: Medical University Of South Carolina College Of Medicine	Med School: University of Kentucky	Med School: Rowan University School Of Osteopathic Medicine	Med School: University Of South Carolina School Of Medicine Greenville
Current Profile	View Profile	View Profile	View Profile

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Accepts Medicare
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Bladder Issues
Erectile Dysfunction (ED)
Kidney Stones
Neurosurgery
Overactive Urinary Bladder
Prostate Cancer
Prostatitis
Urologic Emergencies

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at William S Hall Psychiatric Institute.

Medical School

Graduated from Medical University Of South Carolina College Of Medicine in 1983.

NPI Number

Dr. Smith's NPI number is 1194789362.

Kristina Lee Webber
Nurse Practitioner
| Greenville, SC
(0)
Dr. Michaela Buchanan French
Nurse Practitioner
| Holloman AFB, NM
(0)
Dr. Eric Busby, MD
Urology
| Greenville, SC
(0)
Dr. John Edmond Walton, MD
Urology
59 Years Exp | Greer, SC
(15)
Dr. Michael Curtis Staley, MD
Urology
32 Years Exp | Spartanburg, SC
(70)
Dr. Michael S Mathers, MD
Urology
56 Years Exp | Simpsonville, SC
(3)
Dr. William Warren Kerfoot, MD
Urology
41 Years Exp | Spartanburg, SC
(21)
Dr. Cavert Keith McCorkle
Neurosurgery
54 Years Exp | Spartanburg, SC
(1)
Dr. Douglas Ervin Kennemore, MD
Neurosurgery
69 Years Exp | Greenville, SC
(6)
Shannon Jackson Gooding
Nurse Practitioner
| Spartanburg, SC
(0)

What languages does Dr. James Smith speak?: Dr. James Smith speaks English.
Where is Dr. James Smith's office located?: Dr. James Smith's office is located at 52 Bear Dr, Greenville, SC, 29605.
Which hospitals is Dr. James Smith affiliated with?: Dr. James Smith is affiliated with Bon Secours Saint Francis Downtown.
Does Dr. James Smith accept my insurance?: You can see the insurance plans that Dr. James Smith accepts on their Vitals profile.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. James Smith?: You can find contact information for Dr. James Smith here on Vitals.

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