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Dr. William Smithy, MD

Dr. William Smithy, MD

Colorectal Surgery*
40+ years of experience

Dr. William Smithy, MD is a colorectal surgeon in East Setauket, NY and has over 40 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Columbia University Vagelos College of Physicians and Surgeons in 1981. He is affiliated with Stony Brook University Hospital. He is accepting new patients.

4.6 Star Rating
Based on 27 reviews 4.6 Star Rating (27 reviews)

Practice

37 Research Way East Setauket, NY 11733

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(631) 638-2800

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Smithy specializes in the area of Colon & Rectal Surgery. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    America's 100 Best Hospitals Award™ • See hospitals
  • Trustworthy
    Patients said this doctor is trustworthy. • See reviews
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Dr. Smithy's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Smithy

4.6

27 ratings, 9 with a written review
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1 Star
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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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Apr 02, 2023
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Janet McCrie – Sep 09, 2020
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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
No results
1 person found this helpful
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Carole wilk – Apr 16, 2020
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
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Mar 23, 2019
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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
Helpful
Michael Radesco in Stony Brook – Apr 21, 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
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Michelle Irlando in Medford NY – Apr 10, 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
2 people found this helpful
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Marie Radesco in Smithtown, NY – Jan 09, 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
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
summer is for VB in East Setauket, NY – Jul 01, 2016
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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
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Marc S in Selden,NY – Feb 03, 2016
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About Me

biography

Dr. William Smithy, MD is a colorectal surgeon in East Setauket, NY and has over 40 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Columbia University Vagelos College of Physicians and Surgeons in 1981. He is affiliated with Stony Brook University Hospital. He is accepting new patients.

  • Colorectal Surgery

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  • Columbia University Vagelos College Of Physicians And Surgeons

    Medical School, 1981
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Colon & Rectal Surgery®
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Colon & Rectal Surgery
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Locations

Practice

Stony Brook Surgical Associates Ufpc37 Research Way East Setauket, NY 11733
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  • Hours
    • Mon: closed
    • Tue: closed
    • Wed: 9:30am - 4:00pm
    • Thu: closed
    • Fri: closed
    • Sat: closed
    • Sun: closed
  • Directions

Practice

Stony Brook Surgical Associates Ufpc222 E Main St Ste 209 Smithtown, NY 11787
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Stony Brook University Hospital

    101 Nicolls Rd
    Stony Brook, NY 11794
    Recipient of 33
    hospital awards

    America's 100 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

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

    Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

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

    86%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    2% higher than the national average

    74%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    2% lower than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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