James W Smith, MD

Dr. James Smith is a gastroenterologist who has devoted 45 years to 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 further specialized through a fellowship at the Ochsner Clinic Foundation in 1986. He speaks both English and Spanish, allowing him to serve a diverse patient population.

Dr. Smith practices at Ochsner Medical Center in New Orleans, Louisiana. His expertise includes managing complex digestive conditions such as Crohn's disease, bowel obstruction, and gastroparesis. He performs essential procedures including colonoscopy and lower GI endoscopy to diagnose and monitor digestive health. Dr. Smith also provides home infusion therapy for patients who require specialized nutritional support. Patients consistently rate his care highly, giving him an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars.