4.4
32 Ratings with 11 written Reviews
Summary
Dr. Melanie Smith is an experienced internal medicine and pediatrics physician who provides comprehensive care for patients of all ages. She earned her medical degree from Louisiana State University School of Medicine in Shreveport and completed her residency at LSU Health Sciences. With 27 years of practice, Dr. Smith brings extensive expertise to her dual specialties, allowing her to care for entire families from infancy through adulthood. She is fluent in both English and Spanish, helping her serve diverse patient populations in her community.
Dr. Smith practices at Louisiana Family Practice in Bossier City, Louisiana, and maintains hospital privileges at Willis Knighton Medical Center. She specializes in managing high blood pressure and hypertensive emergencies, conditions that affect millions of Americans. Her expertise includes performing blood tests and helping patients manage diabetes through insulin pen training and autoinjector education. Patients consistently rate her care …highly, giving her an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars on Vitals.
Read More Read less Dr. Smith practices at Louisiana Family Practice in Bossier City, Louisiana, and maintains hospital privileges at Willis Knighton Medical Center. She specializes in managing high blood pressure and hypertensive emergencies, conditions that affect millions of Americans. Her expertise includes performing blood tests and helping patients manage diabetes through insulin pen training and autoinjector education. Patients consistently rate her care …highly, giving her an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars on Vitals.
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Quick Facts
- accepting new patients
- 27 years of experience
- 39 insurance plans accepted
- speaks English, Spanish
- Lsu Health Sciences
- 11 written reviews
- 2 specialties
- 8 areas of expertise
- 1 hospital affiliation
- 1 office location
- Female
Patients’ Perspective
- Gave an accurate diagnosis
- Had a good bedside manner
- Spent time with me
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| Dr. Melanie M. Smith, MD | Dr. Anthony J. Stuart, MD | Dr. Kenneth C. Fitzgerald III, MD | Dr. Ahmed I Salem, MD |
| Internal Medicine | Internal Medicine | Internal Medicine | Internal Medicine |
| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients |
| 27 Years of Experience | 24 Years of Experience | 28 Years of Experience | |
| No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option |
| Speaks English, Spanish | Speaks English | Speaks English | Speaks English |
| Bossier City , LA | Shreveport , LA | Shreveport , LA | Shreveport , LA |
| Med School: Louisiana State University School Of Medicine In Shreveport | Med School: LSU - Shreveport | Med School: Louisiana State University School of Medicine | Med School: Suez Canal University |
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Melanie M. Smith
Medical Specialties
Dr. Melanie M. Smith has the following 2 specialties
Specialty Expertise
Dr. Melanie M. Smith has the following 8 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
27 Years Experience
Education & Training
Residency
Completed their residency at Lsu Health Sciences.
Medical School
Graduated from Louisiana State University School Of Medicine In Shreveport in 1999.
NPI Number
Dr. Smith's NPI number is 1659317410.
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- Where is Dr. Melanie Smith's office located?
- Dr. Melanie Smith's office is located at 2300 Hospital Dr Ste 200, Bossier City, LA, 71111.
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- Dr. Melanie Smith has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
- Which hospitals is Dr. Melanie Smith affiliated with?
- Dr. Melanie Smith is affiliated with Willis Knighton Medical Center.
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