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Dr. Melissa Smith-Parrish, MD

Dr. Melissa Smith-Parrish, MD

Pediatric Cardiology*
15+ years of experience

Dr. Melissa Smith-Parrish, MD is a pediatric cardiologist in Nashville, TN and has over 15 years of experience in the medical field. She graduated from Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine in 2007. She is affiliated with Vanderbilt University Medical Center. She is accepting new patients.

5 Star Rating
Based on 1 review 5 Star Rating (1 review)

Practice

2200 Childrens Way Nashville, TN 37232
(615) 343-2996

At a Glance

  • Areas of Expertise
    Dr. Smith-Parrish specializes in the areas of Pediatric Cardiology, Pediatric Critical Care Medicine & Pediatrics. • See board certifications
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ • See hospitals
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. • See hospitals
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Dr. Smith-Parrish's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Smith-Parrish

5.0

1 rating, 1 with written review
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
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Sheila Rumley – Apr 07, 2022
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About Me

care philosophy

I chose to be a pediatric cardiac intensivist because I enjoy both the challenge of managing complex cardiac anatomy and the opportunity to connect with patients and their families, often during one of the most stressful chapters of their lives....read more

biography

Dr. Melissa Smith-Parrish completed her pediatric residency training at Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center, and completed fellowships in both pediatric cardiology and pediatric critical care medicine at C.S. Mott Children's...read more

  • Pediatric Cardiology

  • Pediatric Critical Care Medicine

  • Pediatrics

*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 Michigan

    Fellowship Hospital, 2015

  • University Of Michigan / Ann Arbor

    Fellowship Hospital, 2013

  • University Of Cincinnati

    Internship Hospital, 2008

  • Case Western Reserve University School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 2007
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Pediatrics®
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Pediatric Cardiology
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Pediatric Critical Care Medicine
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Pediatrics
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Locations

Practice

Vanderbilt University2200 Childrens Way Nashville, TN 37232
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Office3841 Green Hills Village Dr Ste 200 Nashville, TN 37215
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Practice

Vanderbilt University3601 21st Ave S Nashville, TN 37215
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Practice

Boston Children's Hospital300 Longwood Ave Boston, MA 02115
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  • Hours
    • Mon: 7:00am - 5:00pm
    • Tue: 7:00am - 5:00pm
    • Wed: 7:00am - 5:00pm
    • Thu: 7:00am - 5:00pm
    • Fri: 7:00am - 5:00pm
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Vanderbilt University Medical Center

    1211 Medical Center Dr
    Nashville, TN 37232
    Recipient of 26
    hospital awards

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

    Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2023, 2022)

    Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

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

    87%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    3% higher than the national average

    82%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    6% higher than the national average

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