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Dr. Frank Smart, MD

Dr. Frank Smart, MD

Advanced Heart Failure & Transplant Cardiology*
35+ years of experience

Dr. Frank Smart, MD is an advanced heart failure & transplant cardiologist in New Orleans, LA and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from LSU Health Sciences Center New Orleans School of Medicine in 1985. He is affiliated with medical facilities Lallie Kemp Medical Center and University Medical Center New Orleans. He is not accepting new patients.

3.4 Star Rating
Based on 7 reviews 3.4 Star Rating (7 reviews)

Practice

3700 Saint Charles Ave New Orleans, LA 70115
Telehealth available

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At a Glance

  • Areas of Expertise
    Dr. Smart specializes in the areas of Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiology, Cardiovascular Disease & Internal Medicine. See board certifications
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. See hospitals
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Dr. Smart's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Smart

3.4
7 ratings, 3 with a written review
5 star
57%
57%
4 star
0%
0%
3 star
0%
0%
2 star
14%
14%
1 star
29%
29%

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Rayelynn
The most important physician in my medical needs. Superior knowledge, care & maintenance for my medical condition. I would follow him upon any move to satisfy the high caliber of service delivered.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Office environment
  • 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
Helpful
Dec 18, 2023
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Dr. Smart keeps me thriving through Heart Failure
I have been a patient of Dr. Smart on and off for 20 years. He consulted when I was first diagnosed with Cardiomyopathy. I regressed 10 years later, so I began seeing him at LSU. He takes his time and educates me on the latest treatments. So relatable and easy to talk to. You can see how dedicated he is to each patient. I am living my best life because of his experience and first rate care.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
Helpful
C Buller – Sep 19, 2023
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Dr. Smart treated me for viral myocarditis -- something I had never heard of before. He was great at explaining to me what was going on. He's very willing to answer questions and provided great care when I was a patient of his. I would highly recommend him!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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New Orleans, LA – Jun 27, 2017
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About Me

care philosophy

By truly listening to patients and educating them to be self sufficient medical care becomes complete. All available technologies are made available to our patients; and they and their families will be guided through the host of difficult decisions....read more
  • Advanced Heart Failure & Transplant Cardiology

  • Cardiology

  • Cardiovascular & Pulmonary Diseases

  • Clinical Cardiology

  • Preventive Cardiology

  • Cardio-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.

  • Salaried Hospital/clinic

  • Baylor College Of Medicine

    2006
  • Tulane University

    2002
  • Baylor College Of Medicine, The Methodist Hospital

    Fellowship Hospital, 1991
  • Alton Ochsner Medical Foundation

    Residency Hospital, 1988
  • Ochsner Clinic Foundation

    Internship Hospital, 1986
  • Lsu Health Sciences Center New Orleans School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1985
  • Southeastern Louisiana University

    Undergraduate School, 1978
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Internal Medicine®
Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiology
Cardiovascular Disease
Internal Medicine
For detailed information about any of the below board actions, please search for the provider's records on the linked state licensing board or the Federation of State Medical Boards. To learn more about the difference between these sources, please refer to our FAQs.
Healthgrades has not received any data indicating a board action exists for this provider.
  • Top Doctors in New York Metro, 2006-2011

  • Richard VanReet Award for Outstanding Cardiology Fellow, 1991

  • Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Medical Society, 1985

  • Americas Top Doctors, 2003-2011

  • Best Doctors in America, 2004-2011

  • Top Doctors in Houston, 2004-2006

  • Ochsner Teacher of the Year, 1994,1995

  • CCMN Outstanting Cardiologist, 2000

  • Top Doctors in New Orleans, 1996-2002

  • Tulane cardiology teacher of the year, 2002

Locations

Practice

St Charles Specialty Hospital3700 Saint Charles Ave New Orleans, LA 70115
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Practice

Office2000 Canal St Fl 2 New Orleans, LA 70112
2
Lallie Kemp Medical Center52579 Highway 51 S Independence, LA 70443
3

Affiliated Hospitals

  • Lallie Kemp Medical Center

    52579 Highway 51 S
    Independence, LA 70443

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

    91%
    Patients said they always received help quickly from hospital staff

    23% higher than the national average

    88%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    6% higher than the national average

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  • University Medical Center New Orleans

    2000 Canal St
    New Orleans, LA 70112

    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

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

    5% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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