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Dr. Melinda Smith, MD

Dr. Melinda Smith, MD

Obstetrics & Gynecology*
35+ years of experience

Dr. Melinda Smith, MD is an obstetrician gynecologist in Youngstown, OH and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Smith has extensive experience in Sexually Transmitted Diseases Treatment & Screening. She graduated from UNIVERSITY OF NORTH DAKOTA / MAIN CAMPUS in 1987. She is affiliated with medical facilities such as Mercy Health-St. Elizabeth Youngstown Hospital and Mercy Health-St. Elizabeth Boardman Hospital. She is accepting new patients.

3.5 Star Rating
Based on 23 reviews 3.5 Star Rating (23 reviews)

Practice

800 E Western Reserve Rd Youngstown, OH 44514
(330) 726-4833

Dr. Smith is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Obstetrics & Gynecology

The Healthgrades Choice designation helps you understand the most important factors to consider when choosing a healthcare professional. This designation is earned based on four set standards.
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  • Above average experience
  • Good hospital quality
  • Good patient ratings
  • No healthcare sanctions
  • Easy Scheduling
    Patients said scheduling was easy. • 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. Smith's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Smith

3.5

23 ratings, 8 with a written review
5 Star
61%
61%
4 Star
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3 Star
0%
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2 Star
4%
4%
1 Star
35%
35%

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RecentHighestLowestMost Helpful
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Staff friendliness
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
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Aug 25, 2023
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Staff friendliness
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 person found this helpful
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Carla Mccandless – Dec 02, 2022
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • 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
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Oct 20, 2022
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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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Mar 23, 2021
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
2 people found this helpful
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Jul 22, 2020
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Feb 07, 2020
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
5 people found this helpful
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Jan 21, 2018
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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
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
11 people found this helpful
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Laura in Niles Ohio – Feb 08, 2016
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biography

Dr. Melinda Smith, MD is an obstetrician gynecologist in Youngstown, OH and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Smith has extensive experience in Sexually Transmitted Diseases Treatment & Screening. She graduated from UNIVERSITY...read more

  • Obstetrics & Gynecology

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  • University Of North Dakota / Main Campus

    Medical School, 1987
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Dr. Smith is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Obstetrics & Gynecology

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    Locations

    Practice

    Western Reserve Gynecology800 E Western Reserve Rd Youngstown, OH 44514
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    Affiliated Hospitals

    • Surgical Hospital at Southwoods

      7630 Southern Blvd
      Youngstown, OH 44512
      Recipient of 7
      hospital awards

      Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024)

      Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

      Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2024, 2023, 2022)

      Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

      View all awards

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

      93%
      Patients who gave a rating of 9 or 10

      18% higher than the national average

      92%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      4% higher than the national average

      View all patient feedback

    • Mercy Health-St. Elizabeth Boardman Hospital

      8401 Market St
      Boardman, OH 44512
      Recipient of 8
      hospital awards

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

      81%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      3% lower than the national average

      75%
      Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well
      View all patient feedback

    • Mercy Health-St. Elizabeth Youngstown Hospital

      1044 Belmont Ave
      Youngstown, OH 44504
      Recipient of 42
      hospital awards

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

      Top 2% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality year over year

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

      Top 2% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality year over year

      View all awards

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

      81%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      3% lower than the national average

      73%
      Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

      2% lower than the national average

      View all patient feedback
    Learn more about how Healthgrades measures Hospital Quality