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Dr. Richard Smith, MD
Orthopedic Hand Surgery*
40+ years of experience
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.
4.2 Star Rating
Based on 16 reviews 4.2 Star Rating (16 reviews)
Practice
1926 Alcoa Hwy Ste 210 Knoxville, TN 37920Telehealth available
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- Areas of Expertise
- Explains Conditions Well
- Offers TelehealthThis doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
- Hospital Satisfaction
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Dr. Smith's Reviews
Likelihood to recommend Dr. Smith
4.2
16 ratings, 8 with a written review
| 5 star | 75% | 75% |
| 4 star | 6% | 6% |
| 3 star | 0% | 0% |
| 2 star | 0% | 0% |
| 1 star | 19% | 19% |
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I would highly recommend Dr Smith if you need a hand surgeon. He is very personable, yet professional. He recently did a hand surgery for me a few weeks ago. I had the same procedure done earlier this on my right hand by a different doctor. Dr. Smith’s procedure was awesome. My recovery time was about half of the other procedure, the method he used to operate was less invasive, and his follow up for PT was timely.
What went well
- Office environment
- Listened & answered questions
- Explained conditions well
- Staff friendliness
- Appointment wasn't rushed
- Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
2 others found this helpful
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Betty in Knoxville – Oct 08, 2019
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Dr Richard S.Smith is a wonderful doctor! I had terribly horrible pain in both my hands and thumbs and Dr. Smith operated and fixed the problems with both my hands and thumbs. He is an EXCELLENT doctor and surgeon! He has a great bed side manner and office manner and very nice and listened to all I had to say about my problems. His staff was very nice each time I had an appointment. I would recommend Dr.Smith. to EVERYONE! Its been over a year and my hands and thumbs are doing wonderful!
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
3 others found this helpful
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Sherry Letner-Jones in Knoxville – Apr 14, 2018
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Dr Smith did a cyst removal in my left hand. the procedure went smoothly and successfully. He is easy to work with. his office is friendly and efficient. the procedure was quick and painless. I am very happy with the success of the surgery and would highly recommend him for any hand/wrist surgery.
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
1 other person found this helpful
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DANDRIDGE – Jul 18, 2017
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I went to Dr. Smith with 2 equal and separate problems of the same joint. I explained both in great detail at our initial meeting and pre-surgery meeting. At my 6 week followup I asked what he did to alleviate "problem A", as my range of motion felt the same (painful) as it did before surgery. He stated that he did nothing to address it and that is a "separate deal". Really! I was shocked that he never informed me of his plan, never advised me he would not be addressing this major issue.
What went well
- Office environment
- 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
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Knoxville, TN – Feb 08, 2017
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I broke my elbow and tore some ligaments. It was a pretty bad injury. Dr. Smith and his staff took great care of me! He was kind and took time to answer ALL of my questions prior to surgery and talked to me about my rehab and what I could expect in the coming weeks. I am thankful to have had him for my surgeon.
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
2 others found this helpful
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Michelle Butler in Corryton, TN – Mar 12, 2016
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I have had 2 fractured arms, he did both surgerys and I am doing great. He is a nice. great surgeon.
What went well
- Office environment
- 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 others found this helpful
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sandra wise in Newport, TN – Mar 04, 2016
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In early January, I tore a tendon in my finger by simply flicking something off the car seat. It was now my turn to visit Dr. Smith (who took care of my husband?s Trigger Finger a few months earlier). He diagnosed the problem immediately and gave us the prognosis?outpatient surgery that could be performed by the end of the week. Wow! I just got the initial brace off yesterday and will be as good as new in a few weeks. Thank you Dr. Smith and your wonderful staff.
What went well
- Office environment
- 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 others found this helpful
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Judy A. Stauffer in Knoxville, TN – Jan 22, 2016
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A nurse friend who first saw my finger told me I had Trigger Finger, as did a doctor; both telling me it would require surgery. I was completely resigned to the inevitability of surgery. Dr. Smith looked at my finger and told me that he could give me a shot that very day and forego any surgical procedure. Well, that was almost four months ago. My finger is back to normal!!! Dr. Smith was not only honest but also kept the conversation on a personal, professional and understandable level.
What went well
- Office environment
- 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
6 others found this helpful
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Douglas D. Stauffer in Knoxville, TN – Jan 22, 2016
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Likelihood of recommending Dr. Smith to family and friends is 4.1875 out of 5
About Me
care philosophy
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
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery®
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Hand Surgery
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Orthopedic Surgery
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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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