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Dr. Hugh Smisson III, MD

Dr. Hugh Smisson III, MD

Neurosurgery*
35+ years of experience

Dr. Hugh Smisson III, MD is a neurosurgeon in Macon, GA and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Augusta University Medical College of Georgia in 1986. He is affiliated with medical facilities Atrium Health Navicent the Medical Center and Houston Healthcare. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4.4 Star Rating
Based on 65 reviews 4.4 Star Rating (65 reviews)

Practice

840 Pine St Ste 880 Macon, GA 31201
Telehealth available

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Dr. Smisson III is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Neurosurgery

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  • Above average experience
  • Good hospital quality
  • Good patient ratings
  • No healthcare sanctions
  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Smisson III 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.
  • Quiet Hospital
    Patients said the hospital this doctor practices at is quiet. See hospitals
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Dr. Smisson III's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Smisson III

4.4
65 ratings, 38 with a written review
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Excellent service in office & hospital.
Friendly staff. I've seen Dr. Smisson @every visit. I had excellent results from his surgical procedure & saw him daily during my hospital stay. His staff is always friendly & helpful. You don't have to wait weeks or months to get insurance prior approval either. Someone gets on it quickly & called me to set up my procedure within a few days. I came from Ortho Georgia as a patient because i was tired of rarely seeing a Dr. I've seen Dr. Smisson at every visit here. I highly reccomend him.
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
2 others found this helpful
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Rebecca Brown – Jan 10, 2024
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Had a thorough and informative appointment with Josh Young and then Dr. Smisson early in August. I have completed all of the pre-surgery requirements and am just waiting on a surgery date now. Very excited to have the surgery as my back pain and pain in my legs is much worse. So glad for their expertise.
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • 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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Wanda K Davis K Davis – Sep 30, 2021
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Came talked dr. Smissom an he found my problems an is taking nesasary step to fix my neck an back. He is very knowledgeable an has great bedside manner.
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
1 other person found this helpful
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Edward burks – Sep 02, 2021
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Dr. Smisson is very compassionate, caring, listens attentively to concerns and works out the best possible situation for your issue.
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
  • Long wait times
1 other person found this helpful
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J. Hamilton – Jun 20, 2021
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Dr. Smisson did a wonderful job with my back surgery. Had surgery on Wednesday and off pain meds by noon Friday. Highly recommend him and his excellent team. They were first class all the way.
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
  • Long wait times
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Paul Upshaw – May 12, 2021
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Explained my condition and jumped right on treatment and satisfied with his diagnosis.
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
1 other person found this helpful
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Paul Fountain – May 12, 2021
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Very positive
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
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Apr 07, 2021
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Everything went great from start to finish
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
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Earl – Mar 31, 2021
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3 surgeries in 6 months. all went very well and i am well pleased with each.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Mar 13, 2021
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He has a wonderful bed aide manner and he seems to care when he talks to me. He has been treating me since 2003. Great Doc!
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
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Tracie Yawn – Feb 27, 2021
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Dr.Smisson is very professional,knowledgeable and caring to his patients. Beth (PA) is very knowledgeable and well studied in her field. Both are excellent physicians. I would highly recommend them! 5 Stars
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
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William McDonald – Feb 27, 2021
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Dr Smisson is always very nice and cordial and professional. But most of all thorough. Staff is great! I’ve trusted Dr Smisson with my life for almost 2 years and 2 surgeries and he has been 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
  • Long wait times
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Roger Gillespie – Feb 17, 2021
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Dr Smisson and his staff is great they treat you with respect and talks to you in a way you understand what is goi g on I would highly recommend him to anyone great Doctor and 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
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Randy Russell – Feb 13, 2021
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Great he was very caring and made me understand my condition very well. Spent time listening where some physicians don’t
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Feb 03, 2021
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Dr. Smisson and his staff are the top of the line. All my questions and concerns are always addressed. I’ve had two surgeries and other treatment from Dr. Smisson and 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
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Vann Jones – Jan 14, 2021
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Dr. Smisson is very personable. He listens to your concerns and either explains what's happening or schedules tests and followup to get to root of problem. I have been more than pleased with his care for my problems. His assistant is also very helpful and prompt in returning phone calls.
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
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June V Sheffield – Dec 17, 2020
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Dr. Smisson is one of my favorite doctors. He's professional in every sense of the word. Dr. Smisson listens, evaluate and works with you to come up with a plan. His bedside manner is pleasant; never seen him without a smile on his face. I highly recommend Dr. Smisson and Georgia Neurosurgical Institute.
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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Michele Reynolds – Nov 11, 2020
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Was promptly seen at scheduled time. Explains procedures well before performing. Very personable, listened and answered my concerns.
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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Oct 14, 2020
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The office help were nice,the female nurse that helped me with my brace was so very very kind. Got me a wheelchair,just so sweet.The male nurse was extremely caring, kind, talk to ME not at me. Very concern about my health and what was wrong. Gave me his complete attention and really wanted to know what was wrong. He did an examination , paid attention to what I was saying.I felt he knew I was truly in horrible pain. Dr.Smisson was very king, caring and seem to really care about ME and actually listen to ME. He took time to pay attention to what I had to say.He put me in a back brace and started other things to help me. He really seem to be truly conceded. I have not had any doctor to show they knew that I was really suffering, and that I was at a point I didn’t know what to do, who to trust and who really cared and believed me. Thank you Dr. Smisson and the nurses. God bless.
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Sep 14, 2020
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Very friendly, first visit . Everyone I came in contact with was very professional and helpful. I was constantly asked if I had any questions. The actual exam was done twice , first by a PA and then the Doctor . Diagnosis was the same and was sent for X-rays and CT scan . I was told he would read reports and call me promptly to follow up with his recommendations as to procedures. Both attending physicians were thorough in exam and explained all next steps.
What went well
  • 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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About Me

care philosophy

GNI Exists to render Neurosurgical care to patients of all social conditions, treating complicated problems involving the brain, spine, spinal cord, and peripheral nerves. We endeavor to encourage quality care, medical research, innovation, and education on a local, national and international basis.

biography

Dr. Hugh Smisson specializes in minimally invasive treatment of the spinal cord, including cervical, thoracic and lumbar disease. As such, he has developed techniques and created appliances for his areas of expertise  including a spinal fusion...read more
  • Neurosurgery

  • Spinal Cord Injury Medicine

  • Orthopedic Spine Surgery

*Healthgrades does not verify qualifications for medical specialties. Please verify your provider's specialty and qualifications directly with your provider and applicable medical board.

  • Neurosurgery, Medical College Of Georgia, Augusta, Ga

    Residency Hospital
  • Augusta University Medical College Of Georgia

    Medical School, 1986
  • Emory University

    Undergraduate School, 1979
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Neurological Surgery®
Neurosurgery
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Dr. Smisson III is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Neurosurgery

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    Locations

    Practice

    Georgia Neurosurgical Institute PC840 Pine St Ste 880 Macon, GA 31201
    1
    Sean B Peppard MD PC840 Pine St Ste 800 Macon, GA 31201
    2

    Affiliated Hospitals

    • Atrium Health Navicent the Medical Center

      777 Hemlock St
      Macon, GA 31201

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

      80%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      4% lower than the national average

      69%
      Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

      7% lower than the national average

      View all patient feedback
    • Houston Healthcare

      1601 Watson Blvd
      Warner Robins, GA 31093

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

      81%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      3% 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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