Dr. Lauren N. Smith, MD | Belton, TX | Rheumatology

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Dr. Lauren Smith is a rheumatologist who focuses on diagnosing and treating conditions affecting the joints, muscles, and bones. She earned her medical degree from the University of Florida College of Medicine and completed her residency at Southwest Medical Center. With 11 years of experience in medicine, Dr. Smith has developed expertise in managing complex rheumatologic conditions. She provides care to patients in English.

Dr. Smith practices in Belton, Texas, where she treats patients with joint pain, osteoarthritis, and vitamin D deficiency. She offers comprehensive care that includes coordinating physical therapy and strength training programs to help patients improve mobility and function. Her approach also involves diagnostic imaging such as extremity X-rays to accurately assess joint conditions. Patients have given Dr. Smith an average rating of 5.0, reflecting their satisfaction with her care.

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11 Ratings
11 years of experience
22 insurance plans accepted
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Southwest Medical Center
11 written reviews
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This was a first visit; more at follow up. Dr Smith was very attentive and thorough. She explained in a way that non-medical people can understand.

February 18th, 2026 | Source: Partner

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Dr. Smith listens very well and takes copious notes. Her recommendations are always sound and caring with the utmost respect for the patient.

December 15th, 2025 | Source: Partner

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Dr. Smith is awesome. She's thorough and listens well. Appears to know her stuff! Very knowledgeable.

July 23rd, 2025 | Source: Partner

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Dr. Lauren Smith personifies professional excellent and human caring.

March 28th, 2025 | Source: Partner

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Dr. Smith listened to my concerns and discussed prior diagnosis and lab results in detail and scheduled me for lab work based on new concerns and symptoms

March 6th, 2025 | Source: Partner

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Outstanding, many thanks!

February 17th, 2025 | Source: Partner

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This was my first time meeting Dr. Lauren Smith. I thought she was excellent, very thoughtful and thorough.

January 8th, 2025 | Source: Partner

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Dr Lauren Smith is amazing and is always on top of things and looking out for her patient's health.

October 24th, 2024 | Source: Partner

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Dr. Lauren Smith is great. She took the time to explain to me what was the issue and how to move forward in treatment. Great to talk to. Very knowledgeable.

October 14th, 2024 | Source: Partner

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Dr. Smith listen to my concerns, gave great feedback and next steps. Her genuine concern gave me a level of comfort I've never felt before in any specialty doctor.

January 24th, 2024 | Source: Partner

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U.S. Dermatology Partners Belton TX

1300 E 6th AveBelton, TX 76513

Tel: (254) 778-5400

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 - 2:00 pm

SatClosed

SunClosed

3800 Reservoir Road Northwest Floor 3

3800 Reservoir Road Northwest Floor 3Washington, DC 20007

Tel: (202) 444-8531


Dr. Lauren Nichole Smith, MD	Dr. Anil Warrier, MD	Dr. Hiba Ali, MD	Dr. Mohammed Ursani, MD
Rheumatology	Rheumatology	Rheumatology	Rheumatology
Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients
5 (11 Ratings)	4 (26 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)	5 (3 Ratings)
11 Years of Experience	32 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option	Virtual Visit Available	Virtual Visit Available	Virtual Visit Available
Speaks English	Speaks English, Hindi	Speaks English	Speaks Spanish, English, Hindi, Urdu
Belton , TX	Conroe , TX	Pasadena , TX	Conroe , TX
Med School: University Of Florida College Of Medicine	Med School: University of Delhi	Med School: University of Texas Medical School at Houston	Med School: Ross University School of Medicine
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What languages does Dr. Lauren Smith speak?: Dr. Lauren Smith speaks English.
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Where is Dr. Lauren Smith's office located?: Dr. Lauren Smith's office is located at 1300 E 6th Ave, Belton, TX, 76513.

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