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Dr. Bryan Smith, MD

Dr. Bryan Smith, MD

General Surgery*
45+ years of experience

Dr. Bryan Smith, MD is a general surgeon in Venice, FL and has over 45 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Smith has extensive experience in Carotid Artery Disease or Carotid Endarterectomy. He graduated from University of Alabama at Birmingham Heersink School of Medicine in 1979. He is affiliated with medical facilities Sarasota Memorial Hospital and Sarasota Memorial Hospital Venice. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

3.8 Star Rating
Based on 26 reviews 3.8 Star Rating (26 reviews)

Practice

436 Nokomis Ave S Venice, FL 34285
Telehealth available

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Hospital Highlight

Dr. Smith is affiliated with Sarasota Memorial Hospital Venice North Venice, a highly rated hospital.

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Smith specializes in the area of General Surgery. See board certifications
  • Friendly Staff
    Patients said the staff was friendly. See reviews
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    America’s 100 Best Hospitals for Gastrointestinal Care Award™ See hospitals
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Dr. Smith's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Smith

3.8

26 ratings, 18 with a written review
5 Star
69%
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4 Star
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3 Star
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2 Star
4%
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1 Star
27%
27%

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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
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Find another General surgeon. – Nov 19, 2024
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What went well
  • Explained conditions well
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
3 people found this helpful
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John Luce – Mar 11, 2022
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
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Bruce and Patti Bailey – Nov 11, 2021
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
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Mike Stevens – Aug 26, 2021
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Pat – Aug 09, 2021
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
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Dusty and Deb Rhodes – Jun 16, 2021
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Mary Boukas – Apr 30, 2021
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Mar 13, 2021
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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John Hart – Dec 16, 2020
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Sergio Cutie – Oct 30, 2020
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Aug 01, 2020
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
5 people found this helpful
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Jul 17, 2019
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Lisa Muilenburg in NJ – Jun 15, 2019
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
Helpful
Ann Bair Vituj in Englewood, FL – May 16, 2019
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Sarasota, FL – Apr 18, 2019
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
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L. Haines – Feb 14, 2019
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What went well
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
6 people found this helpful
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Georgia Orwell – Aug 12, 2018
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What went well
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
4 people found this helpful
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Placida – Mar 01, 2018
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About Me

care philosophy

I've enjoyed working in the Venice community for over twenty years.  We have an office with a small town warmth but have a cutting-edge approach.  I enjoy the diversity of my practice.  While I do a great deal of general and vascular...read more

biography

Dr. Smith is board certified in General Surgery and fellowship trained in Vascular Surgery. He performs surgeries for a wide range of abdominal diagnoses as well as non-cardiac thoracic surgery. Dr. Smith specializes in robotic and laparoscopic...read more
  • General Surgery

  • Breast Surgical Oncology

  • Thoracic Surgery

  • Dermatologic Surgery

  • Vascular Surgery

  • Thoracoabdominal Surgery

  • Colorectal Surgery

  • Breast Surgery

  • Burn Surgery

  • Endocrine Surgery

  • Gastroenterological Surgery

  • Laparoscopic Surgery

  • Hepatopancreaticobiliary Surgery

  • Robotic Surgery

*Healthgrades does not verify qualifications for medical specialties. Please verify your provider's specialty and qualifications directly with your provider and applicable medical board.

  • Lsu Health Sciences Center New Orleans School Of Medicine

    Fellowship Hospital, 1985
  • Louisiana School Of Medicine

    Fellowship Hospital, 1985
  • University Of Alabama At Birmingham

    Residency Hospital, 1984
  • University Of Alabama At Birmingham

    Internship Hospital, 1980
  • University Of Alabama At Birmingham Heersink School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1979
  • Duke University

    Undergraduate School, 1975
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Surgery®
General Surgery
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Locations

Practice

Surgical Associates of Venice and Englewood PA436 Nokomis Ave S Venice, FL 34285
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  • Fax
  • Hours
    • Mon: 9:00am - 5:00pm
    • Tue: 9:00am - 5:00pm
    • Wed: 9:00am - 5:00pm
    • Thu: 9:00am - 5:00pm
    • Fri: 9:00am - 5:00pm
  • Directions

Practice

Office200 Healthcare Way Unit 101 Nokomis, FL 34275
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Sarasota Memorial Hospital Venice

    2600 Laurel Rd E
    North Venice, FL 34275
    Recipient of 5
    hospital awards

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025)

    Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

    Surgical Care Excellence Award™ (2025)

    Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

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    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    87%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    3% higher than the national average

    85%
    Patients would recommend the hospital to friends and family

    20% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
  • Sarasota Memorial Hospital

    1700 S Tamiami Trl
    Sarasota, FL 34239
    Recipient of 40
    hospital awards

    America’s 100 Best Hospitals for Gastrointestinal Care Award™ (2025, 2024)

    Superior clinical outcomes in colorectal surgeries, gallbladder removal, upper gastrointestinal surgery, and treating bowel obstruction, gastrointestinal bleeds, and pancreatitis

    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    Superior clinical outcomes in colorectal surgeries, gallbladder removal, upper gastrointestinal surgery, and treating bowel obstruction, gastrointestinal bleeds, and pancreatitis

    View all awards

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    85%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    1% higher than the national average

    76%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well
    View all patient feedback
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