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Dr. James Smith Jr, MD

Dr. James Smith Jr, MD

Neurosurgery*

Dr. James Smith Jr, MD is a neurosurgeon in Myrtle Beach, SC. Dr. Smith Jr has extensive experience in Neurocritical Care Disorders. He is affiliated with Grand Strand Medical Center. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4.7 Star Rating
Based on 12 reviews 4.7 Star Rating (12 reviews)

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Dr. Smith Jr is affiliated with Grand Strand Medical Center Myrtle Beach, a highly rated and top awarded hospital for neurosurgery.

Dr. Smith Jr 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 ExpertiseDr. Smith Jr specializes in the area of Neurosurgery. See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions WellPatients said this doctor explains conditions well. See reviews
  • Offers TelehealthThis doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Practices at Top HospitalAmerica's 100 Best Hospitals Award™ See hospitals

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Dr. Smith Jr's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Smith Jr

4.7

12 ratings, 8 with a written review
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1 Star
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Staff wasn't friendly
Helpful
Mar 05, 2025
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Staff wasn't friendly
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
Sandra Haynie – Dec 14, 2023
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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
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
Rusty Osbourne – Jul 11, 2023
Thank you for the five star review! We appreciate...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
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
4 people found this helpful
Helpful
Lori Edwards – Nov 24, 2021
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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
8 people found this helpful
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karen Knox – Jan 22, 2021
Thank you so much for your wonderful review, Dr....Read More
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
5 people found this helpful
Helpful
Lisa Farmer – Sep 26, 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
10 people found this helpful
Helpful
Linda Davis – Nov 20, 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
17 people found this helpful
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Nolan in Richmond, – Sep 26, 2018
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About Me

biography

Dr. James Smith is a board certified neurosurgeon. He received his medical degree from Brody School of Medicine at East Carolina University in Greenville, North Carolina. He then completed his residency from the University of Kentucky College of Medicine in Lexington, Kentucky.
  • Neurosurgery

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

  • University Of Kentucky College Of Medicine

    Residency Hospital
  • East Carolina University Brody School Of Medicine

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

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    Affiliated Hospitals

    • Grand Strand Medical Center

      809 82nd Pkwy
      Myrtle Beach, SC 29572
      Recipient of 48
      hospital awards

      America's 100 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025)

      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

      View all awards

      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

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

      1% lower than the national average

      View all patient feedback
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