Summary

Dr. Karen Smith is a board-certified obstetrician and gynecologist with three decades of experience caring for women throughout all stages of life. She earned her medical degree from Tufts University School of Medicine and completed her residency training at Baystate Medical Center. Her extensive background in women's health spans 30 years of dedicated practice. Dr. Smith is fluent in Spanish and Portuguese, allowing her to serve diverse communities with personalized care.

Dr. Smith practices at multiple locations throughout southeastern Massachusetts, including New Bedford, Dartmouth, Fall River, and Taunton, with her primary affiliation at Saint Lukes Hospital. She specializes in managing high-risk pregnancies and provides comprehensive care for expectant mothers facing complex medical situations. Her expertise includes monitoring pregnancy weight management and handling breech position deliveries. Dr. Smith performs fetal ultrasounds and coordinates pathology testing to ensure the health of both mother and baby. Patients have given her an average rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.
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Quick Facts

  • 3.9
  • 30 years of experience
  • 23 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks Spanish, Portuguese
  • Baystate Medical Center
  • 5 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 12 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 5 office locations
  • Female

Office Locations

Dr. Karen Linda Smith has 5 locations

Saint Lukes Hospital

101 Page StNew Bedford, MA 02740

Hawthorn Medical Associates Obgyn

60 Brigham StNew Bedford, MA 02740
Mon8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Sat12:00 am - 12:00 pm
Sun12:00 am - 12:00 pm

Hawthorn Medical Associates

531 Faunce Corner Rd Ste 202Dartmouth, MA 02747

Saint Annes Hospital

795 Middle StFall River, MA 02721

Morton Hospital

88 Washington StTaunton, MA 02780

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Obstetrics & GynecologyObstetrics & GynecologyNurse PractitionerNeonatology
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
3.9 
2.5 
30 Years of Experience 35 Years of Experience 53 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks Spanish, Portuguese Speaks English Speaks Portuguese, Spanish
New Bedford , MAFall River , MAFall River , MAProvidence , RI
Med School: Tufts University School Of Medicine Med School: Hahnemann University School Of Medicine Med School: David Geffen School Of Medicine At Ucla
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Karen Linda Smith

  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Rhode Island
  • CBA Blue
  • Cigna
  • Commonwealth Care Alliance
  • Fallon Community Health Plan (FCHP)
  • Harvard Pilgrim Health Care
  • Humana
  • MassHealth - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Tufts Health Plan
  • UniCare
  • UniCare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO

Medical Specialties

Dr. Karen Linda Smith has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Karen Linda Smith has the following 12 areas of expertise

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

Certifications, License, & Education

30 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Massachusetts, 2026, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

Baystate Medical Center

Medical School

Tufts University School Of MedicineGraduated in 1996

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which hospitals is Dr. Karen Smith affiliated with?
Dr. Karen Smith is affiliated with Saint Lukes Hospital.
Where is Dr. Karen Smith's office located?
Dr. Karen Smith's office is located at 101 Page St, New Bedford, MA, 02740.
Does Dr. Karen Smith accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. Karen Smith has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Is Dr. Karen Smith accepting new patients?
Dr. Karen Smith has not indicated that they accept new patients. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
What languages does Dr. Karen Smith speak?
Dr. Karen Smith speaks Spanish and Portuguese.

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