Dr. Richard Smith, MD
Dr. Richard Smith, MD is an orthopedic hand surgeon in Knoxville, TN and has over 40 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of Tn Health Sci Center in 1984. He is affiliated with University of Tennessee Medical Center. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.
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1926 Alcoa Hwy Ste 210 Knoxville, TN 37920Make an Appointment
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- Areas of Expertise
- Explains Conditions Well
- Offers TelehealthThis doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
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| 5 Star | 75% | 75% |
| 4 Star | 6% | 6% |
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| 1 Star | 19% | 19% |
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Likelihood of recommending Dr. Smith to family and friends is 4.1875 out of 5
About Me
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I place a high priority on involving my patients in their care. Once I have made a diagnosis I will try to explain the problem to the patient in clear language they can understand. I often use charts which are in our office with pictures...read morebiography
Originally from Chattanooga, Tennessee, Richard S. Smith, M.D. attended the University of Tennessee at Knoxville and graduated with highest honors. He attended the University of Tennessee College of Medicine in Memphis before completing a general...read moreOrthopedic Hand Surgery
Orthopedic Surgery
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University Of Florida-jacksonville
Internship Hospital, 1985University Of Tn Health Sci Center
Medical School, 1984University Of Tennessee, Knoxville
Undergraduate School, 1980
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86%Patients said they were given information about recovering at home2% higher than the national average
80%Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well4% higher than the national average
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