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Dr. Iva Smolens, MD

Cardiothoracic Surgery*•Female•Age 63

Cardiothoracic Surgery*

Dr. Iva Smolens, MD is a cardiothoracic surgery specialist in Florence, SC and has over 33 years of experience in the medical field. She graduated from State University of New York Downstate Health Sciences University College of Medicine in 1990. She is affiliated with Musc Health Florence Medical Center. She is accepting new patients.

Dr. Iva Smolens, MD

MUSC Health Cardiovascular Surgery

805 Pamplico Hwy Ste B300 Florence, SC 29505

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(843) 676-2760

Accepting new patients

(843) 676-2760

At a Glance

  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ • See hospitals
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Dr. Smolens' Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Smolens

3.9

17 ratings, 8 with a written review
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
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AnnDee White – Feb 11, 2021
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Staff wasn't friendly
1 person found this helpful
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LCM – Sep 12, 2020
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
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Jun 04, 2020
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What went well
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
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Dying Patient – Jan 29, 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
1 person found this helpful
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Inessa Pinkhasova in Phoenix, AZ – Oct 06, 2017
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Appointment was rushed
2 people found this helpful
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Anonymous in Queen Creek, AZ – Jun 20, 2016
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
3 people found this helpful
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Anonymous in Phoenix, AZ – Jun 09, 2016
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
5 people found this helpful
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Dec 31, 2015
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About Me

Biography

Dr. Iva Smolens is an accomplished medical professional with a wealth of experience and expertise. She has dedicated her career to the field of cardiothoracic...Read more

Specialties*

  • Cardiothoracic Surgery

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Board Certifications

American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Thoracic Surgery®
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Thoracic Cardiovascular Surgery
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University of Michigan Hospitals

Fellowship Hospital, 1999

University of California Davis Medical Center

Residency Hospital, 1997

University of California Davis Medical Center

Internship Hospital, 1991

State University of New York Downstate Health Sciences University College of Medicine

Medical School, 1990

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    What is Dr. Iva Smolens, MD's office address?

    Dr. Smolens' office is located at 805 Pamplico Hwy Ste B300, Florence, SC 29505. You can find other locations and directions on Healthgrades.

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    Locations

    MUSC Health Cardiovascular Surgery

    MUSC Health Cardiovascular Surgery805 Pamplico Hwy Ste B300 Florence, SC 29505
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    Affiliated Hospitals

    Musc Health Florence Medical Center

    805 Pamplico Hwy
    Florence, SC 29505
    Recipient of 2
    hospital awards

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2023)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

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

    84%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home
    76%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    1% higher than the national average

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