Dr. Douglas Smith, DPM is a podiatry specialist in Raleigh, NC and has over 32 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from FINCH UNIVERSITY OF HEALTH SCIENCES / SCHOLL COLLEGE OF PODIATRIC MEDICINE in 1990. He is affiliated with medical facilities Duke Health Raleigh Hospital and Maria Parham Medical Center. His office accepts new patients.
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Dr. Smith's Top Procedures and Conditions
Treatment Frequency
Plantar Fasciitis
very high
very high
Treatment Frequency
Dr. Smith treats Plantar Fasciitis more than 94% of his peers
Dr. Smith treats this condition more than 94% of his peers
Heel Spur
normal
normal
Treatment Frequency
Dr. Smith treats Heel Spur more than 85% of his peers
Dr. Smith treats this condition more than 85% of his peers
Bunion
normal
normal
Treatment Frequency
Dr. Smith treats Bunion more than 78% of his peers
Dr. Smith treats this condition more than 78% of his peers
Dr. Smith's conditions and procedures:
Plantar Fasciitis
Heel Spur
Bunion
Achilles Tendinitis
Alcoholic Neuropathy
Alcoholic Polyneuropathy
Ankle Fracture
Ankle Sprain and Achilles Tendon Sprain or Rupture
Ankle Sprains and Strains
Callus
Corn
Diabetic (Charcot) Foot
Diabetic Neuropathy
Diabetic Polyneuropathy
Distal Lateral Subungual Onychomycosis
Foot and Ankle Disorders
Foot and Ankle Injuries
Foot Conditions
Foot Deformities
Foot Fracture
Foot Injuries
Foot Sprain
Fracture
Hammer Toe
Heel Pain
Ingrown Toenail
Sever's Disease
Stress Fracture of Foot
Ulcer of Foot
Warts
Diabetic Foot Care
Fracture Care
Wound Care and Management
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Dr. Smith's Reviews
Likelihood to recommend Dr. Smith
4.7
Based on 36 ratings
5 Star
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4 Star
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3 Star
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2 Star
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1 Star
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Should have gone to Duke
Went to see him for pain in toe, he clipped around nail and was told It should be better in a few hours; two days later, still in pain, could not wear closed toe shoes, Called for another appt and was told the next opening was in a week. I told the receptionist I was in pain and I have to wait a week to be seen? she told me she will message him. Of course, I didn’t hear back from anyone.
Their attitude was, they didn’t really care.
I am having major difficulty with Dr. Smith's office staff. I was billed for two pairs of orthotics, although I only received one pair. I spoke to a woman in billing named Alex, and it seemed as though she was going to address the problem. But today I received a second bill that was identical to the incorrect first bill. Dr. Smith seemed like a nice enough person, but someone in his office needs to take responsibility for this error and correct the problem.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
Didn't listen or answer questions
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Mar 28, 2021
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A++++ Dr. Douglas Smith is wonderful. Very professional with a gentle "bedside manner." It's very evident he cares deeply for his patients' comfort and takes every measure to make sure I was comfortable. He explained everything he was doing and answered all of my questions thoroughly. The office staff was extremely friendly, helpful and reassuring. Wonderful experience!! Highly recommend.
Dr.Smith was wonderful. He explained everything about my situation clearly and gave me several options for treatment. I felt relaxed and comfortable throughout the minor procedure performed on the infected area. He talked me through the entire procedure. He was great. If I ever need to see a podiatrist again, he will be my first choice.
Dr. Smith performed a bunion repair and hammertoe repair on me. I'd heard all the horror stories so I delayed having surgery as long as I could. I am amazingly surprised at how little discomfort I had after the surgery. I followed Dr. Smith's instructions, ice and elevate, stay off the foot and take the recommended medication. I never needed it, didn't even have the prescription filled. I did great on over the counter medication for discomfort. I then feared the removal of the pin he had to put in for the hammertoe repair. Again this turned out to be something I didn't need to fear. A very brief moment of discomfort and it was over with. I had intermittent swelling, as expected, over the next 3 months but as long as I propped my foot up when I could it wasn't an issue. Dr. Smith did an outstanding job and I am extremely pleased with the results. Additionally I'd like to say that his office staff also did a great job.
For years I have required the services of a podiatrist, as has other members of my family, because problematic feet run in our genes! Dr Smith has come to our rescue with charm, professionalism, efficiency, and integrity. I now do not live in Wake County but travel up to 3 hrs each way for his services. Highly recommended with no reservations.
Dr. Smith is a nice fellow and so are his office staff, but I am burned to the bone from the cauterizing liquid from my ingrown toenail surgery. I went to another podiatrist and had x-rays and blood work. It will take months to recover.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Mar 27, 2019
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I had problems with bunions for over 10 years. Never had surgery due to hearing MANY say how excruciating the pain was following surgery. I had NO PAIN. !!!! Dr Douglas C Smith Is highly recommended by me. Follow his instructions and hopefully you won’t experience any pain either. Wearing knee length boot 24/7 not easy (even slept with) but results worth it. He calls you following day of
surgery to check on you. That’s a plus in my book. Wish I’d had my bunion surgeries long time ago.
I've been his patient for 10 years. As a type 1 diabetic for 45 years, Dr Smith assures I avoid diabetic complications. As a result, I'm still able to jog and enjoy total mobility. He is a caring person and very friendly. Best foot doctor I've ever had.
I had a toe problem and Dr. Smith took care of it the day of the appointment. Most Dr.'s would have made me come back for another appointment to take care of the problem. He was very nice and easy to talk to. He made sure I understood the procedure and that I was not in any pain. All the staff is very nice and they make you feel right at home. I would recommend Dr. Smith to any of my family members and to my friends.
Wonderful doctor! Went in for one procedure and had additional unrelated questions. Dr. Smith readily answered me, gave me information and made me feel at ease for asking the questions.
On top of this, the staff squeezed me in due to severity of the first procedure and I really appreciate it. Linda/Carmen were very professional and helpful.
Dr. Smith is a rare find. He is a very patient and skilled podiatrist. I had an in office procedure done and felt no pain! Dr. Smith explained everything to me ahead of time, during the procedure and what to expect afterward. While he could not guarantee that I won't need OP surgery in the future to correct my problem I feel a huge sense of relief knowing that I am in his care.
I had a problem with the nail pocket of my big toe. After some research, I called Dr. Smith at InStride Family Foot and Ankle Center. I was able to get an appointment the same day. The staff was very friendly, courteous and helpful. When I arrived, I filled out a little paperwork. Then Dr. Smith examined me, treated and bandaged my toe and wrote a prescription. He was very professional and answered all of my questions completely. I recommend him and his staff highly.
I went in for a an ingrown toenail. The front staff was very friendly. Dr. Smith was concise with his recommendation and all follow up instructions. I was back at work within the hour.
Dr. Smith was thorough with diagnosis, very helpful in establishing the possible causes and explained the condition he thought I was suffering from in details I could understand. He also took his time and made sure I was comfortable before and after the procedure. I will most definitely recommend Dr. Smith to my friends and family. Thank you Doc.
Everyone in Dr. Smith's office was so kind and welcoming. They were easy to talk to and clear when providing direction or telling you what was happening. There was always someone paying attention to you and making sure you were comfortable and okay. My visit was short and comfortable. They assured me that they would be accessible for questions and concerns after my visit, and if I had any concerns with my recovery.
Likelihood of recommending Dr. Smith to family and friends is 4.6666665 out of 5
About Me
Care Philosophy
My practice philosophy is to help you with your foot problem in a friendly, efficient manner. I treat my patients like I would a member of my own family....Read more
Biography
Hello, and thank you for taking the time to check out our practice.
I'm Dr. Douglas Smith, senior podiatrist at InStride-Family Foot...Read more
Specialties
Podiatry
Wound & Burn Care
Education
1991
Central Community Hospital Clifton Illinois
Internship Hospital
1991
Central Community Hospital
Residency Hospital
1990
FINCH UNIVERSITY OF HEALTH SCIENCES / SCHOLL COLLEGE OF PODIATRIC MEDICINE
Medical School
1986
UNIVERSITY OF FLORIDA
Undergraduate School
Languages
English
German
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Does Dr. Douglas Smith, DPM accept new patients?
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What conditions does Dr. Douglas Smith, DPM treat?
Dr. Douglas Smith, DPM frequently treats the following conditions: Plantar Fasciitis, Heel Spur, and Bunion. See more on Healthgrades.
Is Dr. Douglas Smith, DPM affiliated with any hospitals?
Dr. Douglas Smith, DPM is affiliated with Duke Health Raleigh Hospital and Maria Parham Medical Center.
How much experience does Dr. Douglas Smith, DPM have?
Dr. Douglas Smith, DPM has over 32 years of healthcare experience.
Does Dr. Douglas Smith, DPM receive good ratings from patients?
There is a star rating of 4.7/5 for Dr. Douglas Smith, DPM. Patients say that the provider explained conditions well and the appointment wasn't rushed. See all patient feedback on Healthgrades.
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