Raymond Smith, MD

Dr. Smith is an amazing surgeon and I feel very lucky to live in an area where he practices. After fracturing my tibial plateau and rupturing/tearing multiple ligaments during a ski accident (knee dislocation), he performed surgery and now, 6 months later, I am walking like nothing happened (I am over 50 years of age). I still do not have an ACL and may or may not have this repaired in the future (Dr. Smith does not do this surgery or I would have him do it). His manner may seem abrupt but he is British so there's that... but he really does care. The only issue that I had was his anti-pain medication stance. I needed medication beyond what he was willing to give (a couple of weeks post op), but he did work with me to try many many other pain remedies. I know this came from a place of him caring and not wanting me to get addicted, but if you have a low pain tolerance as I do, and you are having a major surgery like I had, talk to your PCP and/or get right on a pain management protocol… so you don't suffer. You have to realize that Dr. Smith deals with people who have had arms and legs torn off/blown off/crushed so if you expect to go in and be babied, you should reset your expectations. When I talked about 'when can I ski again' he said I would be lucky to walk, and he's right... I feel very blessed with his skillful work (and of course with the Man who gave him that ability). Always grateful.

Dr. Smith is an amazing surgeon and I feel very lucky to live in an area where he practices. After fracturing my tibial plateau and rupturing/tearing multiple ligaments during a ski accident (knee dislocation), he performed surgery and now, 6 months later, I am walking like nothing happened (I am over 50 years of age). I still do not have an ACL and may or may not have this repaired in the future (Dr. Smith does not do this surgery or I would have him do it). His manner may seem abrupt but he is British so there's that... but he really does care. The only issue that I had was his anti-pain medication stance. I needed medication beyond what he was willing to give (a couple of weeks post op), but he did work with me to try many many other pain remedies. I know this came from a place of him caring and not wanting me to get addicted, but if you have a low pain tolerance as I do, and you are having a major surgery like I had, talk to your PCP and/or get right on a pain management protocol… so you don't suffer. You have to realize that Dr. Smith deals with people who have had arms and legs torn off/blown off/crushed so if you expect to go in and be babied, you should reset your expectations. When I talked about 'when can I ski again' he said I would be lucky to walk, and he's right... I feel very blessed with his skillful work (and of course with the Man who gave him that ability). Always grateful.

Dr. Smith is an amazing surgeon and I feel very lucky to live in an area where he practices. After fracturing my tibial plateau and rupturing/tearing multiple ligaments during a ski accident (knee dislocation), he performed surgery and now, 6 months later, I am walking like nothing happened (I am over 50 years of age). I still do not have an ACL and may or may not have this repaired in the future (Dr. Smith does not do this surgery or I would have him do it). His manner may seem abrupt but he is British so there's that... but he really does care. The only issue that I had was his anti-pain medication stance. I needed medication beyond what he was willing to give (a couple of weeks post op), but he did work with me to try many many other pain remedies. I know this came from a place of him caring and not wanting me to get addicted, but if you have a low pain tolerance as I do, and you are having a major surgery like I had, talk to your PCP and/or get right on a pain management protocol… so you don't suffer. You have to realize that Dr. Smith deals with people who have had arms and legs torn off/blown off/crushed so if you expect to go in and be babied, you should reset your expectations. When I talked about 'when can I ski again' he said I would be lucky to walk, and he's right... I feel very blessed with his skillful work (and of course with the Man who gave him that ability). Always grateful.

Dr. Smith has operated twice on my left knee, and once on my right ankle. Having another ankle surgery in 4 months. All of these surgeries were for fractures. I would be honored to place my life in his hands,

No regard for how long you wait and is extremely rude and arrogant, Go elsewhere!

The wait is long, but I found he was worth it.

Dr. Smith is an amazing human being.

I saw Dr Smith after seeing several orthopedic doctors. Dr. Smith's team/staff is beyond courteous - they are knowledgeable, pleasant and professional. Dr Smith is efficient and yet does spend the time needed. He was prompt and accurate in his diagnosis. Surgery was successful and follow up excellent. He must be one of the top doctors in the world in his field.

Overall experience was very positive considering I had a broken wrist. Very thorough and did not seem to be rushing me. Especially liked the staff--Rodney (the cast setter at the hospital) and Jeanette (Dr. Smith's secretary--so pleasant).