Dr. Rubena Janice Smith, MD

Dr. Rubena Smith is a family medicine and internal medicine physician who completed her medical education at the University of Papua New Guinea School of Medicine and Health Sciences. She pursued her residency training at Brookdale Hospital & Medical Center, building a strong foundation in comprehensive patient care. With 28 years of experience in practice, Dr. Smith brings extensive knowledge to treating patients across all age groups. She provides care in English for her diverse patient community.

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 specializes in managing high blood pressure conditions, including pediatric cases and emergency situations. Dr. Smith performs various diagnostic blood tests and helps patients with diabetes management through insulin pen training and autoinjector …education. Patients consistently rate her care highly, giving her an average rating of 5.0 out of 5.