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Dr. James Smelser, MD

Nephrology*•Male•Age 59

Nephrology*

Dr. James Smelser, MD is a nephrology specialist in Huntsville, AL and has over 33 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.

Dr. James Smelser, MD

Practice

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

Make an Appointment

(256) 533-7676
Telehealth services available

Accepting new patients

(256) 533-7676

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  • Trustworthy
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  • Offers Telehealth
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Dr. Smelser's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Smelser

4.3

3 ratings, 2 with a written review
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3 Star
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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
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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
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About Me

Biography

Dr. James Smelser, MD is a Nephrology Specialist in Huntsville, AL and has over 33 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Smelser has extensive...Read more

Specialties*

  • Nephrology

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Board Certifications

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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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

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Common Questions and Answers

    Please call the office to learn more. (256) 533-7676

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    Does Dr. James Smelser, MD accept new patients?

    New patients are generally accepted by Dr. James Smelser, MD on Healthgrades. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Smelser's profile.

    What are Dr. James Smelser, MD's top areas of expertise?

    Dr. James Smelser, MD specializes in Nephrological Conditions and Glomerulonephritis & Nephropathy. See more on Healthgrades.

    What is Dr. James Smelser, MD's office address?

    Dr. Smelser's office is located at 810 Franklin St SE # A, Huntsville, AL 35801. You can find other locations and directions on Healthgrades.

    Focus on Polycystic Kidney Disease

    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
    Recipient of 1
    hospital award

    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

    1% higher than the national average

    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

    5% higher than the national average

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    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

    1% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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