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Dr. Russell Smith, MD

Dr. Russell Smith, MD

Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery*

Dr. Russell Smith, MD is an otolaryngology-head and neck surgery specialist in Jacksonville, FL. He is affiliated with HCA Florida Memorial Hospital. He is accepting new patients.

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

At a Glance

  • Areas of ExpertiseDr. Smith specializes in the areas of Otolaryngology & Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery. See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions WellPatients said this doctor explains conditions well. See reviews
  • Practices at Top HospitalAmerica's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ See hospitals
  • Quiet HospitalPatients said the hospital this doctor practices at is quiet. See hospitals

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Dr. Smith's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Smith

3.4

7 ratings, 4 with a written review
5 Star
57%
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4 Star
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3 Star
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2 Star
14%
14%
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
1 person found this helpful
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Gisela S – Mar 03, 2025
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
GTurner – Oct 04, 2023
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Long wait times
3 people found this helpful
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Lincoln, NE – Aug 10, 2016
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What went well
  • Explained conditions well
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
4 people found this helpful
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Lincoln, NE – Aug 03, 2016
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About Me

care philosophy

We understand a cancer diagnosis is life changing, and we are dedicated to taking an individualized approach to head and neck care where your questions are answered.

biography

Dr. Russell Smith is a board certified, fellowship trained otolaryngology surgeon specializing in the multidisciplinary treatment of head and neck cancer. He has provided trusted surgical care to patients for over 20 years. Dr. Smith is focused...read more
  • Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery

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  • University Of Iowa

    Fellowship Hospital
  • University Of Missouri

    Residency Hospital
  • University Of Missouri

    Internship Hospital
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Otolaryngology
Otolaryngology
American Board of Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery®
Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery
Self designated 
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • HCA Florida Memorial Hospital

    3625 University Blvd S
    Jacksonville, FL 32216
    Recipient of 26
    hospital awards

    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

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

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    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.

    79%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    5% lower than the national average

    71%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    4% lower than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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