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Summary
Dr. Prentiss Smith is a thoracic surgeon who brings an exceptional 67 years of experience to his practice. He completed his medical education at Tulane University School of Medicine, establishing a strong foundation for his surgical career. His extensive background in both general surgery and thoracic surgery has made him a seasoned expert in complex chest and lung procedures. Dr. Smith provides care to patients in English.
Dr. Smith practices at Ochsner University Hospital And Clinics in Lafayette, Louisiana, as well as maintaining a presence in Beaumont, Mississippi. His decades of surgical experience have equipped him with the skills to handle a wide range of thoracic conditions and procedures. The depth of his experience allows him to approach each patient's care with the wisdom that comes from years of dedicated practice in the demanding field of thoracic surgery.
Dr. Smith practices at Ochsner University Hospital And Clinics in Lafayette, Louisiana, as well as maintaining a presence in Beaumont, Mississippi. His decades of surgical experience have equipped him with the skills to handle a wide range of thoracic conditions and procedures. The depth of his experience allows him to approach each patient's care with the wisdom that comes from years of dedicated practice in the demanding field of thoracic surgery.
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Quick Facts
- 67 years of experience
- speaks English
- Tulane University School Of Medicine
- 2 specialties
- 1 area of expertise
- 2 office locations
- Male
Office Locations
Dr. Prentiss Edward Smith has 2 locationsCompare with Similar Doctors
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| Dr. Prentiss Edward Smith | Dr. Tasha A Martin, MD | Dr. Shaunda K Grisby, MD | Dr. Dennis Eschete, MD |
| Surgery | Surgery | Surgery | Bariatric Surgery |
| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | |
| 67 Years of Experience | 11 Years of Experience | 16 Years of Experience | 23 Years of Experience |
| No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option |
| Speaks English | Speaks English | Speaks English | Speaks English |
| Lafayette , LA | Lafayette , LA | Lafayette , LA | Lafayette , LA |
| Med School: Tulane University School Of Medicine | Med School: Louisiana State University School Of Medicine In New Orleans | Med School: David Geffen School Of Medicine At Ucla | Med School: Louisiana State University School Of Medicine In New Orleans |
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Medical Specialties
Dr. Prentiss Edward Smith has the following 2 specialties
Specialty Expertise
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Certifications, License, & Education
67 Years Experience
EDUCATION & TRAINING
Medical School
Tulane University School Of MedicineGraduated in 1959
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- Dr. Prentiss Smith's office is located at 2390 W Congress St, Lafayette, LA, 70506.
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