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Dr. Crystal Smith-Spangler, MD

Dr. Crystal Smith-Spangler, MD

Internal Medicine*
15+ years of experience

Dr. Crystal Smith-Spangler, MD is an internist in Palo Alto, CA and has over 15 years of experience in the medical field. She graduated from University of North Carolina School of Medicine in 2005. She is affiliated with medical facilities Stanford Hospital and Sutter Auburn Faith Hospital. She is not accepting new patients.

2.5 Star Rating
Based on 13 reviews 2.5 Star Rating (13 reviews)

Practice

795 El Camino Real Palo Alto, CA 94301
Telehealth available
(650) 853-2977

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Smith-Spangler specializes in the area of Internal Medicine. • See board certifications
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    America's 100 Best Hospitals Award™ • See hospitals
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. • See hospitals
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Dr. Smith-Spangler's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Smith-Spangler

2.5

13 ratings, 5 with a written review
5 Star
31%
31%
4 Star
8%
8%
3 Star
0%
0%
2 Star
0%
0%
1 Star
62%
62%

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RecentHighestLowestMost Helpful
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
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Feb 09, 2024
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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 trust the provider's decisions
9 people found this helpful
Helpful
Nov 13, 2023
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What went well
No results
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
8 people found this helpful
Helpful
Sep 26, 2023
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What went well
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • 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
  • Long wait times
6 people found this helpful
Helpful
May 19, 2023
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
11 people found this helpful
Helpful
Anne T. in Sunnyvale, CA – Dec 10, 2016
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About Me

biography

Dr. Crystal Smith-Spangler, MD is an internist in Palo Alto, CA and has over 15 years of experience in the medical field. She graduated from University of North Carolina School of Medicine in 2005. She is affiliated with medical facilities Stanford...read more

  • Internal Medicine

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

  • Stanford Hospitals And Clinics

    Internship Hospital, 2006

  • University Of North Carolina School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 2005
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Internal Medicine®
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Internal Medicine
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Locations

Practice

Unavail795 El Camino Real Palo Alto, CA 94301
1

Practice

Office325 Distel Cir Los Altos, CA 94022
2

Affiliated Hospitals

  • Stanford Hospital

    300 Pasteur Dr
    Stanford, CA 94305
    Recipient of 34
    hospital awards

    America's 100 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

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

    Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

    View all awards

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

    89%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    5% higher than the national average

    84%
    Patients would recommend the hospital to friends and family

    19% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Sutter Auburn Faith Hospital

    11815 Education St
    Auburn, CA 95602
    Recipient of 3
    hospital awards

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2022)

    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

    View all awards

    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

    79%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    3% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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