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Dr. James Smelser, MD

Dr. James Smelser, MD

Nephrology*
30+ years of experience

Dr. James Smelser, MD is a nephrologist in Huntsville, AL and has over 30 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Smelser has extensive experience in Glomerulonephritis & Nephropathy and Nephrological Conditions. He graduated from University of Alabama at Birmingham Heersink School of Medicine in 1990. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Athens-Limestone Hospital and Crestwood Medical Center. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4.3 Star Rating
Based on 3 reviews 4.3 Star Rating (3 reviews)

Practice

810 Franklin St SE # A Huntsville, AL 35801
Telehealth available

Make an Appointment

(256) 533-7676

At a Glance

  • Areas of Expertise
    Dr. Smelser specializes in the areas of Internal Medicine & Nephrology. • See board certifications
  • Trustworthy
    Patients said this doctor is trustworthy. • See reviews
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. • See hospitals
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Dr. Smelser's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Smelser

4.3

3 ratings, 2 with a written review
5 Star
67%
67%
4 Star
0%
0%
3 Star
33%
33%
2 Star
0%
0%
1 Star
0%
0%

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What went well
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Long wait times
1 person found this helpful
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Bud – Apr 15, 2021
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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
3 people found this helpful
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Jul 23, 2020
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About Me

biography

Dr. James Smelser, MD is a nephrologist in Huntsville, AL and has over 30 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Smelser has extensive experience in Glomerulonephritis & Nephropathy and Nephrological Conditions. He graduated from University...read more

  • Nephrology

  • Internal Medicine

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  • Mayo Clinic Graduate School Of Medicine|nephrology

    Fellowship Hospital, 1995

  • Internal Medicine|mayo Grad School Med/mayo Fndn

    Residency Hospital, 1993

  • Rochester Methodist Hospital

    Internship Hospital, 1991

  • University Of Alabama At Birmingham Heersink School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1990
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Internal Medicine®
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Internal Medicine
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Nephrology
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Locations

Practice

Huntsville Renal Clinic PC810 Franklin St SE # A Huntsville, AL 35801
1

Practice

Huntsville Home2325 Pansy St SW Huntsville, AL 35801
2
North Alabama Nephrology Center1311 Memorial Pkwy NW Ste 200 Huntsville, AL 35801
3
FMC Chase Dialysis Center1849 Keats Dr NW Huntsville, AL 35810
4

Affiliated Hospitals

  • Huntsville Hospital

    101 Sivley Rd SW
    Huntsville, AL 35801

    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

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

  • Athens-Limestone Hospital

    700 W Market St
    Athens, AL 35611
    Recipient of 1
    hospital award

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

    88%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    4% higher than the national average

    80%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    4% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Crestwood Medical Center

    1 Hospital Dr SW
    Huntsville, AL 35801
    Recipient of 1
    hospital award

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

    82%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    2% 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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