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Dr. Paula Smith, MD

Dr. Paula Smith, MD

Family Medicine*
25+ years of experience

Dr. Paula Smith, MD is a family medicine physician in Johnson City, TN and has over 25 years of experience in the medical field. She graduated from East Tennessee State University in 1998. She is affiliated with medical facilities such as Franklin Woods Community Hospital and Johnson City Medical Center.

2 Star Rating
Based on 4 reviews 2 Star Rating (4 reviews)

Practice

301 Med Tech Pkwy Ste 240 Johnson City, TN 37604
(423) 794-5520

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Smith specializes in the area of Family Practice. • See board certifications
  • Recent Reviews
    Reviews made in the last 30 days. • See reviews
  • Quiet Hospital
    Patients said the hospital this doctor practices at is quiet. • See hospitals
  • Low Wait Times
    Patients are usually seen in 10 minutes or less.
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Dr. Smith's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Smith

2.0

4 ratings, 3 with a written review
5 Star
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4 Star
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3 Star
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2 Star
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1 Star
75%
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RecentHighestLowestMost Helpful
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • 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
Helpful
Apr 09, 2025
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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
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
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Grateful – Mar 23, 2025
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What went well
No results
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
Helpful
Sandy in Johnson City, TN – Aug 17, 2016
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About Me

biography

Dr. Paula Smith, MD is a family medicine physician in Johnson City, TN and has over 25 years of experience in the medical field. She graduated from East Tennessee State University in 1998. She is affiliated with medical facilities such as Franklin Woods Community Hospital and Johnson City Medical Center.

  • Family Medicine

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  • East Tennessee State University

    Medical School, 1998
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Family Medicine®
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Family Practice
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Locations

Practice

Office301 Med Tech Pkwy Ste 240 Johnson City, TN 37604
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Practice

Office2000 Brookside Kingsport, TN 37660
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Franklin Woods Community Hospital

    300 Med Tech Pkwy
    Johnson City, TN 37604

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

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

    1% lower than the national average

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

    1% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Sycamore Shoals Hospital

    1501 W Elk Ave
    Elizabethton, TN 37643
    Recipient of 1
    hospital award

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2024)

    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.

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

    3% lower than the national average

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

  • Johnson City Medical Center

    400 N State of Franklin Rd
    Johnson City, TN 37604
    Recipient of 1
    hospital award

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

    82%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    2% lower than the national average

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