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Dr. David Smith, MD

Dr. David Smith, MD

Surgical Oncology*
35+ years of experience

Dr. David Smith, MD is a surgical oncologist in Tyler, TX and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Uniformed Services University of Health Sciences in 1988. He is affiliated with medical facilities CHRISTUS Good Shepherd Medical Center-Marshall and CHRISTUS Mother Frances Hospital-Tyler. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

3.9 Star Rating
Based on 20 reviews 3.9 Star Rating (20 reviews)

Northeast Texas Cancer & Research Institute

501 Saunders Ave Ste 320 Tyler, TX 75702
Telehealth available

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(903) 606-4300

Hospital Highlight

Dr. Smith is affiliated with CHRISTUS Mother Frances Hospital-Tyler Tyler, a highly rated hospital.

At a Glance

  • Areas of Expertise
    Dr. Smith specializes in the areas of Critical Care Surgery & General Surgery. • 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.
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ • See hospitals
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Dr. Smith's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Smith

3.9

20 ratings, 6 with a written review
5 Star
70%
70%
4 Star
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3 Star
5%
5%
2 Star
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1 Star
25%
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RecentHighestLowestMost Helpful
What went well
  • 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
3 people found this helpful
Helpful
MD – Dec 19, 2023
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Staff wasn't friendly
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Robert Pauken – Jan 16, 2023
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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
3 people found this helpful
Helpful
Les in Irving , TX – Sep 12, 2018
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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
4 people found this helpful
Helpful
Lucas, TX – Jan 05, 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
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
5 people found this helpful
Helpful
Sir Barry Mark Harman in Mckinney, TX – Dec 22, 2016
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
What could be improved
No results
9 people found this helpful
Helpful
Randall Rackov in The Colony, TX – Jan 22, 2016
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About Me

care philosophy

As a General Surgery and Surgical Oncology practice, we understand the anxiety that comes with a diagnosis of cancer or other problem requiring surgery. We provide expert knowledge, skills and personalized plans for the treatment of benign and...read more

biography

David Smith, MD is a surgical oncologist at CHRISTUS Trinity Clinic in Tyler, TX.

  • Surgical Oncology

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

  • University Of North Carolina At Chapel Hill|ut-md Anderson Cancer Center

    Fellowship Hospital, 1994

  • David Grant Medical Center|david Grant Usaf Medical Center

    Internship Hospital, 1989

  • Uniformed Services University Of Health Sciences

    Medical School, 1988
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Surgery®
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Critical Care Surgery
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General Surgery
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Locations

Northeast Texas Cancer & Research Institute

Northeast Texas Cancer & Research Institute501 Saunders Ave Ste 320 Tyler, TX 75702
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • CHRISTUS Mother Frances Hospital-Tyler

    800 E Dawson St
    Tyler, TX 75701
    Recipient of 8
    hospital awards

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2023)

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

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

    84%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home
    77%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    2% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • CHRISTUS Good Shepherd Medical Center-Marshall

    811 S Washington Ave
    Marshall, TX 75670
    Recipient of 3
    hospital awards

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025)

    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.

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

    2% lower than the national average

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

    3% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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