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12 Ratings with 4 written Reviews
Summary
Dr. Melanie Smolen is a family medicine physician who has been caring for patients for three decades. She earned her medical degree from the University of Missouri-Kansas City School of Medicine and brings extensive experience to her practice. Dr. Smolen is fluent in both Spanish and English, allowing her to serve diverse patient populations.
Dr. Smolen practices at Saint Joseph Medical Center and Research Medical Center, with locations in Grandview and Kansas City, Missouri. She specializes in managing weight concerns and treating high cholesterol in children and teenagers. Her practice also focuses on comprehensive blood work, including complete blood counts and white blood cell analysis to help diagnose and monitor various health conditions. Patients consistently rate her care highly, giving her an average rating of 5.0 out of 5.
Dr. Smolen practices at Saint Joseph Medical Center and Research Medical Center, with locations in Grandview and Kansas City, Missouri. She specializes in managing weight concerns and treating high cholesterol in children and teenagers. Her practice also focuses on comprehensive blood work, including complete blood counts and white blood cell analysis to help diagnose and monitor various health conditions. Patients consistently rate her care highly, giving her an average rating of 5.0 out of 5.
Overview based on verified provider data
Quick Facts
- accepting new patients
- 30 years of experience
- speaks Spanish, English
- University Of Missouri-Kansas City School Of Medicine
- 4 written reviews
- 1 specialty
- 1 board certification
- 2 hospital affiliations
- 3 office locations
- Female
Patients’ Perspective
- Gave an accurate diagnosis
- Had a good bedside manner
- Spent time with me
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Office Locations
Dr. Melanie Lihua Smolen has 3 locationsHickman Mills Clinic
7201 E 147th StGrandview, MO 64030 Tel: (816) 348-2260
Mon7:30 am - 5:00 pm
Tue7:30 am - 5:00 pm
Wed7:30 am - 5:00 pm
Thu7:30 am - 5:00 pm
Fri7:30 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed
Research Medical Center Brookside Campus
6675 Holmes RdKansas City, MO 64131 Tel: (816) 276-7000
Mon9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri9:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed
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| Family Medicine | Family Medicine | Family Medicine | Family Medicine |
| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients |
| 30 Years of Experience | 14 Years of Experience | ||
| No Virtual Visit Option | Virtual Visit Available | Virtual Visit Available | Virtual Visit Available |
| Speaks Spanish, English | Speaks English | Speaks English | |
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| Med School: University Of Missouri-Kansas City School Of Medicine | Med School: St Matthews University School Of Medicine (Grand Cayman) | ||
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Medical Specialties
Dr. Melanie Lihua Smolen has the following specialty
Certifications, License, & Education
30 Years Experience
Dr. Melanie Lihua Smolen holds an expired medical license in the state of Missouri.
Medical License
Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of Missouri that expired in 2026.
Education & Training
Medical School
Graduated from University Of Missouri-Kansas City School Of Medicine in 1996.
NPI Number
Dr. Smolen's NPI number is 1306817648.
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