Summary

Dr. Purcell Smith, III, is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon and specialist in hand surgery and upper extremity surgery.

Dr. Smith is a former Chief of the Department of Orthopedic Surgery at the Medical Center of Plano, where he has served on the hospital’s executive and ethics committees. He is also a member of the medical staff of Baylor Plano, Baylor Frisco, and Presbyterian Hospital of Plano.

Born in Fairbanks, Alaska, Dr. Smith’s family moved to Arkansas where he received his undergraduate degree from Austin College in Sherman, Texas. After receiving his medical degree from the University of Arkansas for Medical Science, Dr. Smith served a residency there in orthopedic surgery. He pursued further training in hand surgery through a fellowship at the University of Florida JHM Health Center.

A member of several professional organizations, including the American Society for Surgery of the Hand and the American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons, Dr. Smith is licensed to practice medicine in both Texas and Arkansas. To keep current with new medical advances in his field, he attends frequent post-graduate continuing education courses in orthopedic injuries, especially as it relates to hand surgery. Dr. Smith and his wife, Susan, live in Plano.
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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.8
  • 45 years of experience
  • 3 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • University Hospital Of Arkansas
  • 4 written reviews
  • 2 specialties
  • 4 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 2 office locations
  • Male

Office Locations

Dr. Purcell Smith has 2 locations

Texas Health Surgery Center Preston Plaza

17950 Preston Rd Ste 75Dallas, TX 75252
Mon6:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue6:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed6:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu6:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri6:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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45 Years of Experience 21 Years of Experience 26 Years of Experience 39 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
Dallas , TXDallas , TXDallas , TXDallas , TX
Med School: University Of Arkansas For Medical Sciences College Of Medicine Med School: University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston Med School: UT Southwestern Medical School Med School: Tufts University
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Purcell Smith

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Purcell Smith has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Purcell Smith has the following 4 areas of expertise

  • Hip Osteoarthritis
  • Knee Osteoarthritis
  • Orthopedic Surgery
  • Osteoarthritis (Hand and Wrist)

Certifications, License, & Education

45 Years Experience

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

University Hospital Of Arkansas

Medical School

University Of Arkansas For Medical Sciences College Of MedicineGraduated in 1981

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does Dr. Purcell Smith accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Purcell Smith accepts on their Vitals profile.
Where is Dr. Purcell Smith's office located?
Dr. Purcell Smith's office is located at 17950 Preston Rd Ste 75, Dallas, TX, 75252.
Which hospitals is Dr. Purcell Smith affiliated with?
Dr. Purcell Smith is affiliated with Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital Plano.
Does Dr. Purcell Smith accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. Purcell Smith has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
What languages does Dr. Purcell Smith speak?
Dr. Purcell Smith speaks English and Spanish.

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