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Dr. David Oliver-Smith, MD

Dr. David Oliver-Smith, MD

Neurosurgery*
35+ years of experience

Dr. David Oliver-Smith, MD is a neurosurgeon in Pittsburgh, PA and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Boston University in 1985. He is affiliated with medical facilities Heritage Valley Sewickley and Allegheny General Hospital. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

3.6 Star Rating
Based on 17 reviews 3.6 Star Rating (17 reviews)

Practice

320 E North Ave Ste 208 Pittsburgh, PA 15212
Telehealth available

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Hospital Highlight

Dr. Oliver-Smith is affiliated with Heritage Valley Sewickley Sewickley, a highly rated hospital.

Dr. Oliver-Smith is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Neurosurgery

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
  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Oliver-Smith specializes in the area of Neurosurgery. See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. See reviews
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Good Communication
    Patients said there was good doctor communication at the hospital. See hospitals
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Dr. Oliver-Smith's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Oliver-Smith

3.6

17 ratings, 9 with a written review
5 Star
65%
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4 Star
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3 Star
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2 Star
6%
6%
1 Star
29%
29%

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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
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
3 people found this helpful
Helpful
April Crosby – Nov 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
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
Ken Plummer – Dec 15, 2021
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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
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
Nia Gonter – May 30, 2021
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What went well
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
6 people found this helpful
Helpful
kc – Jan 22, 2020
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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
7 people found this helpful
Helpful
Sewickley, PA – Jun 08, 2017
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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
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
6 people found this helpful
Helpful
Mars, PA – Jan 17, 2017
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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
  • Long wait times
8 people found this helpful
Helpful
pittsburgh, pa – Jul 21, 2016
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Long wait times
6 people found this helpful
Helpful
Christopher in Coraopolis, PA – Jun 10, 2016
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
What could be improved
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
10 people found this helpful
Helpful
Autumn Matto in Pittsburgh, PA – May 30, 2016
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About Me

biography

Dr. David Oliver-Smith, MD is a neurosurgeon in Pittsburgh, PA and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Boston University in 1985. He is affiliated with medical facilities Heritage Valley Sewickley and Allegheny General Hospital. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.
  • Neurosurgery

*Healthgrades does not verify qualifications for medical specialties. Please verify your provider's specialty and qualifications directly with your provider and applicable medical board.

  • Boston University

    Medical School, 1985
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Neurological Surgery®
Neurosurgery
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Dr. Oliver-Smith is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Neurosurgery

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    Locations

    Practice

    Unavail320 E North Ave Ste 208 Pittsburgh, PA 15212
    1
    Allegheny Neurosurgery & Spine Associates P.C.420 E North Ave Ste 302 Pittsburgh, PA 15212
    2
    Twin Lakes Center Inc223 S Pleasant Ave Ste 102 Somerset, PA 15501
    3
    Ahn Neurosurgery-Sewickley720 Blackburn Rd Ste 210 Sewickley, PA 15143
    4

    Affiliated Hospitals

    • Allegheny General Hospital

      320 E North Ave
      Pittsburgh, PA 15212
      Recipient of 11
      hospital awards

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

      88%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      4% higher than the national average

      78%
      Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

      2% higher than the national average

      View all patient feedback
    • Heritage Valley Sewickley

      720 Blackburn Rd
      Sewickley, PA 15143
      Recipient of 4
      hospital awards

      Surgical Care Excellence Award™ (2024)

      Superior clinical outcomes in surgical care across 15 of the most common in-hospital surgical procedures including cardiac, vascular, joint replacement, prostate, spine, and gastrointestinal surgeries

      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

      80%
      Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

      4% higher than the national average

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