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Dr. Andrew Smitherman, MD

Dr. Andrew Smitherman, MD

Pediatric Hematology & Oncology*

Dr. Andrew Smitherman, MD is a pediatric hematologist oncologist in Chapel Hill, NC. He is affiliated with medical facilities University of North Carolina Hospital and Carteret Health Care. He is accepting new patients.

Practice

101 Manning Dr Chapel Hill, NC 27514
(984) 974-0000

Care Philosophy

"Patient-centered, cutting-edge hematology/oncology care informed by a holistic approach to the unique needs of each patient and their caregivers. "

- Dr. Andrew Smitherman, MD

At a Glance

  • Areas of Expertise
    Dr. Smitherman specializes in the areas of Internal Medicine, Pediatric Hematology-Oncology & Pediatrics. • See board certifications
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ • See hospitals
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. • See hospitals
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About Me

care philosophy

Patient-centered, cutting-edge hematology/oncology care informed by a holistic approach to the unique needs of each patient and their caregivers. 

biography

Andrew "Smitty" Smitherman, MD MSc is medical director of the UNC Adolescent and Young Adult Oncology Program in Chapel Hill, NC. Smitty received his AB in religious studies from Davidson College and then worked as a high school teacher in Winston-Salem...read more

  • Pediatric Hematology & Oncology

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  • University Of North Carolina Hospitals Program

    Residency Hospital
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Internal Medicine®
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Internal Medicine
American Board of Pediatrics®
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Pediatric Hematology-Oncology
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Pediatrics
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Locations

Practice

University of North Carolina Hospitals101 Manning Dr Chapel Hill, NC 27514
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Practice

UNC Children's Specialty Clinics at Raleigh2801 Blue Ridge Rd Raleigh, NC 27607
2

Practice

Office5034 Old Clinic Bldg CB7110 Chapel Hill, NC 27599
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • University of North Carolina Hospital

    101 Manning Dr
    Chapel Hill, NC 27514
    Recipient of 9
    hospital awards

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2024, 2023, 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.

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

    5% higher than the national average

    81%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    5% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Carteret Health Care

    3500 Arendell St
    Morehead City, NC 28557
    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.

    91%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    7% higher than the national average

    83%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    7% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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