Dr. Rik Balakrishna Smith, MD

Dr. Rik Smith is a geriatric medicine physician who also specializes in internal medicine and hospice and palliative medicine. He earned his medical degree from the Keck School of Medicine at the University of Southern California and brings four decades of clinical experience to his practice. Dr. Smith is fluent in Spanish, French, and English, allowing him to communicate effectively with diverse patient populations.

Dr. Smith practices at Jackson North Medical Center in North Miami Beach, Florida, and maintains an affiliation with Kaiser Permanente San Leandro Medical Center. He focuses on managing high blood pressure conditions, including hypertensive emergencies that require immediate attention. His clinical work includes performing blood tests and hepatitis screenings to monitor patient health. Patients have given Dr. Smith an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars on Vitals, reflecting their confidence in his compassionate and experienced care.