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Dr. James Smolev, MD

Dr. James Smolev, MD

Urology*
50+ years of experience

Dr. James Smolev, MD is a urologist in Towson, MD and has over 50 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from State University of New York at Buffalo in 1970. He is affiliated with medical facilities University of Maryland St. Joseph Medical Center and MedStar Good Samaritan Hospital. He is accepting new patients.

3.4 Star Rating
Based on 5 reviews 3.4 Star Rating (5 reviews)

Practice

8322 Bellona Ave Ste 202 Towson, MD 21204

Make an Appointment

(410) 825-6310

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Smolev specializes in the area of Urology. • See board certifications
  • Friendly Staff
    Patients said the staff was friendly. • See reviews
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ • See hospitals
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. • See hospitals
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Dr. Smolev's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Smolev

3.4
5 ratings, 4 with a written review
5 star
60%
60%
4 star
0%
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3 star
0%
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2 star
0%
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1 star
40%
40%

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Rude and does not listen well
Serious pain after vasectomy. Did nerve ablation. Failed to do other tests requested. Wrote that I had herpes in my chart though he had not seen me. Turned out to be pimple on tip from abrasion.
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
Helpful
Jan 20, 2023
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Unfortunately, Dr.Smolev retired two years ago
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Bessie – Jan 18, 2020
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This Doctor came highly reccommended. He is chronically late and then gives you about 5 minutes of his time, while he is typing. He operated on my husband 2 months ago and the incision looks like I made it. Dr. Smolev seems not to be interested in my husband's progress and doesn't make eye contact with him and is a very poor communicator. We are seeking another opinion to see if the surgery was successful. We feel Dr. Smolev has made a stressful situation even more difficult and painful.
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
1 other person found this helpful
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Maryland – Dec 22, 2017
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Dr. Smolev was the first urologist that talked with me as a person, concerning Peyronie's Disease. He spent a lot of time explaining in detail what the issues were and was very comfortable with discussing personal problems from Peryonie's Disease. He told me exactly what to expect and made me feel comfortable with what he could do. He was compassionate, a great listener, comforting and sympathetic. He is a very caring physician.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Long wait times
1 other person found this helpful
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larry in Felton, PA – Jul 26, 2016
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About Me

biography

Dr. James Smolev, MD is a urologist in Towson, MD and has over 50 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from State University of New York at Buffalo in 1970. He is affiliated with medical facilities University of Maryland St. Joseph...read more

  • Urology

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  • State University Of New York At Buffalo

    Medical School, 1970
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Urology®
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Urology
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Locations

Practice

Office8322 Bellona Ave Ste 202 Towson, MD 21204
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Practice

Office25 Crossroads Dr Ste 306 Owings Mills, MD 21117
2

Affiliated Hospitals

  • University of Maryland St. Joseph Medical Center

    7601 Osler Dr
    Towson, MD 21204
    Recipient of 37
    hospital awards

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024)

    Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

    Surgical Care Excellence Award™ (2025)

    Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

    View all awards

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

    86%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    2% higher than the national average

    79%
    Patients would recommend the hospital to friends and family

    14% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • MedStar Good Samaritan Hospital

    5601 Loch Raven Blvd
    Baltimore, MD 21239
    Recipient of 15
    hospital awards

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

    83%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    1% lower 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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