Dr. Rubena Janice Smith, MD

Dr. Rubena Smith is a family medicine and internal medicine physician with 28 years of experience caring for patients of all ages. She earned her medical degree from the University of Papua New Guinea School of Medicine and Health Sciences and completed her residency training at Brookdale Hospital & Medical Center. Her dual specialization allows her to provide comprehensive primary care for both children and adults, managing everything from routine wellness visits to complex medical conditions. Dr. Smith is fluent in English.

Dr. Smith practices at multiple locations throughout Sarasota and Bradenton, Florida, including North County Healthcare Center, HCA Florida Blake Hospital, Manatee Memorial Hospital, and Doctors Hospital of Sarasota ER in Lakewood Ranch. She focuses on treating high blood pressure and hypertensive emergencies, providing both pediatric and adult care. Her practice includes comprehensive blood testing and virtual care options for patient convenience. Patients …consistently rate Dr. Smith highly, giving her an average rating of 5.0 for her compassionate and thorough approach to medical care.