Robert C. Parris | Fort Smith, AR | Cardiologist

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Dr. Robert Parris treats hypertensive emergency, chest wall pain, and hypertension, and performs electrocardiogram, contrast echocardiography, and transthoracic echocardiogram procedures. He practices cardiology and internal medicine and has 41 years of experience. Dr. Parris is affiliated with Baptist Health Fort Smith, Mercy Hospital Fort Smith, Baptist Health Van Buren, Select Specialty Hospital Fort Smith, and Fort Smith ER and Hospital, and sees patients in Fort Smith, Arkansas. He earned his medical degree from the University of the West Indies Faculty of Medical Sciences in Jamaica. Patients on Vitals rate Dr. Parris 4.6 out of 5.

Overview based on verified provider data

4.6

10 Ratings
41 years of experience
21 insurance plans accepted
speaks English
University Of The West Indies Faculty Of Medical Sciences Jamaica
5 written reviews
3 specialties
16 areas of expertise
5 hospital affiliations
1 office location

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me

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Robert Ceylon Parris' Ratings and Reviews

4.6

10 Ratings with 5 written Reviews

Average Wait Time 13 Minutes

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Dr Parris has been with me through all my angina and stents I was scared but I have faith in Dr Parris I would not change drs. He makes me comfortable

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June 10th, 2019

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Very caring and professional doctor. Would recommed him to anyone.

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Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
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February 14th, 2019

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Dr. Parris saved my husband's life. He was very good at explaining the problem with his heart and what he had to do to correct it after being air lifted from our remote area to Ft. Smith. He cares not only about the patient, but also family. After the surgery, he spent time with me and our two adult children fully explaining follow-up. Thank you, Dr. Parris!

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Had a good bedside manner
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Provided follow-up after the visit
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October 1st, 2018

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He is a very good doc and has grate bed side manner

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Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

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August 9th, 2018

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The wait time in his office is often much longer than you would expect. However, I do not blame Dr Parris, or his staff, for this. I think they are over-worked and do the best they can under the circumstances. I realize there are emergencies that sometime make the wait time very long, but if I am ever one of those emergencies, I would certainly want him there, so I don't feel the need to complain when I have to wait.

Did Well

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

June 6th, 2017

Mercy Clinic Cardiology - Tower West

6801 Rogers Ave Ste 302Fort Smith, AR 72903

Tel: (479) 573-3042

Mon7:30 am - 4:30 pm

Tue7:30 am - 4:30 pm

Wed7:30 am - 4:30 pm

Thu7:30 am - 4:30 pm

Fri7:30 am - 4:30 pm

SatClosed

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Robert Ceylon Parris	Dr. Mark Lee Stillwell, MD	Dr. James Theral Henry, MD	Dr. Thuylinh Ho Pham, MD
Cardiology	Infectious Disease	Nephrology	Internal Medicine

4.6 (10 Ratings)	5 (9 Ratings)	5 (4 Ratings)	4.8 (5 Ratings)
41 Years of Experience	44 Years of Experience	42 Years of Experience	31 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, Vietnamese
Fort Smith , AR	Springdale , AR	Fort Smith , AR	Fort Smith , AR
Med School: University Of The West Indies Faculty Of Medical Sciences Jamaica	Med School: University Of Maryland School Of Medicine	Med School: University Of Arkansas For Medical Sciences College Of Medicine	Med School: Wayne State University School Of Medicine
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Robert Ceylon Parris holds an expired medical license in the state of Arkansas.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of Arkansas that expired in 2026.

Education & Training

Medical School

Graduated from University Of The West Indies Faculty Of Medical Sciences Jamaica in 1985.

NPI Number

Robert Ceylon Parris' NPI number is 1043253511.

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Which hospitals is Robert Parris affiliated with?: Robert Parris is affiliated with Baptist Health Fort Smith, Mercy Hospital Fort Smith, Baptist Health Van Buren, Select Specialty Hospital Fort Smith, and Fort Smith Er And Hospital.
Where is Robert Parris's office located?: Robert Parris's office is located at 6801 Rogers Ave Ste 302, Fort Smith, AR, 72903.
Does Robert Parris accept my insurance?: You can see the insurance plans that Robert Parris accepts on their Vitals profile.
Does Robert Parris accept virtual/telehealth appointments?: Robert Parris has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
How can I make an appointment with Robert Parris?: You can find contact information for Robert Parris here on Vitals.

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