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Dr. Harold Smith, MD

Dr. Harold Smith, MD

Neurosurgery*

Dr. Harold Smith, MD is a neurosurgeon in El Paso, TX. He is affiliated with medical facilities University Medical Center of El Paso and Sierra Medical Center. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4.3 Star Rating
Based on 36 reviews 4.3 Star Rating (36 reviews)

NEXUS Neuroscience

1393 George Dieter Dr El Paso, TX 79936
Telehealth available

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(915) 231-2381

Dr. Smith is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Neurosurgery

The Healthgrades Choice designation helps you understand the most important factors to consider when choosing a healthcare professional. This designation is earned based on four set standards.
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  • Above average experience
  • Good hospital quality
  • Good patient ratings
  • No healthcare sanctions
  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Smith specializes in the area of Neurosurgery. • 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.
  • Trustworthy
    Patients said this doctor is trustworthy. • See reviews
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Dr. Smith's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Smith

4.3

36 ratings, 14 with a written review
5 Star
78%
78%
4 Star
6%
6%
3 Star
0%
0%
2 Star
0%
0%
1 Star
17%
17%

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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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
Larry Burton – Jan 05, 2025
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Long wait times
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
Jul 06, 2023
We are so sorry that this happened. We would like...Read More
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
4 people found this helpful
Helpful
Oct 31, 2022
Our team truly values this feedback, and we are...Read More
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Eduardo – Oct 29, 2022
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Long wait times
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
Aug 30, 2022
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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
Oct 28, 2021
Thank you for your review of Neurosurgical...Read More
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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
Helpful
Nov 17, 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
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
Helpful
Jun 13, 2020
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What went well
No results
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
5 people found this helpful
Helpful
DMD – May 18, 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
Helpful
Trevino – Apr 18, 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
4 people found this helpful
Helpful
Kelli Hager – Jul 02, 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
What could be improved
  • Long wait times
9 people found this helpful
Helpful
Tim Green in Lubbock, TX – Aug 26, 2017
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What went well
  • Explained conditions well
What could be improved
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Long wait times
7 people found this helpful
Helpful
Lubbock, TX – Aug 03, 2016
As the nature of this type of practice does...Read More
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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
  • Long wait times
17 people found this helpful
Helpful
Natalie Wray in Lubbock, TX – Mar 08, 2016
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About Me

care philosophy

Harold K Smith, MD, FAANS received his undergraduate degree from the University of Arkansas in Fayetteville, Arkansas, and medical degree from the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences in Little Rock, Arkansas.\n\nFollowing this, Dr Smith...read more

biography

Harold K. Smith, MD, FAANS received his undergraduate degree from the University of Arkansas in Fayetteville, Arkansas, and medical degree from the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences in Little Rock, Arkansas.\n\nFollowing this, Dr. Smith...read more

  • Neurosurgery

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  • University Of Mississippi Medical Center - Jackson

    Residency Hospital

  • University Of Mississippi Medical Center

    Internship Hospital

  • University Of Arkansas For Medical Sciences College Of Medicine

    Medical School
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Neurological Surgery®
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Neurosurgery
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Dr. Smith is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Neurosurgery

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    Locations

    NEXUS Neuroscience

    NEXUS Neuroscience1393 George Dieter Dr El Paso, TX 79936
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    Affiliated Hospitals

    • University Medical Center of El Paso

      4815 Alameda Ave
      El Paso, TX 79905
      Recipient of 1
      hospital award

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

      85%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      1% higher than the national average

      75%
      Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

      1% lower than the national average

      View all patient feedback

    • Sierra Medical Center

      1625 Medical Center Dr
      El Paso, TX 79902

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

      83%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      1% lower than the national average

      76%
      Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well
      View all patient feedback
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