Dr. Harold Smith, MD
Neurosurgery•Male•Age 60
Accepting new patients
Telehealth services available
10310 The Grove Blvd
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(504) 266-0058
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Dr. Harold Smith, MD is a Neurosurgery Specialist in Baton Rouge, LA and has over 33 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Smith has more experience with Nervous System Neoplasms, Cranial Neurosurgery, and Neurocritical Care Disorders than other specialists in his area. He graduated from University Of Arkansas College Of Medicine medical school in 1988. He is affiliated with medical facilities Ochsner Medical Center and Ochsner Medical Center - Baton Rouge. He is accepting new patients and has indicated that he accepts telehealth appointments. Be sure to call ahead with Dr. Smith to book an appointment.
Accepting new patients
Dr. Harold Smith, MD
Neurosurgery
Ochsner Health Center - O'NealBaton Rouge, LA 70836
10310 The Grove Blvd
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What went well
- Explained conditions well (27)
- Appointment scheduling (26)
- Appointment wasn't rushed (26)
What could be improved
- Appointment was rushed (1)
- Didn't explain conditions well (1)
- Didn't listen or answer questions (1)
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I cannot say enough kind words about Dr Smith and his staff. I never imagined the diagnosis that his PA found through MRI that had been overlooked for years by other providers. He was so comfortable to talk to from the moment we met him. He is a true hero in my book and I appreciate him more than I could ever express! I definitely had angels on my side that led me to his office. I highly recommend him and his amazing PA Mariana to anyone in need of their services. They are ER Nurse approved ??
What went well
- Appointment scheduling
- Office environment
- Staff friendliness
- Appointment wasn't rushed
- Listened & answered questions
- Explained conditions well
- Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
Nov 17, 2020
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I saw Dr. Smith in 2007. A friend recommended him. He removed a tumor from my brain. The surgery was done on Friday afternoon and I was home Sunday afternoon. He’s brilliant. He continued my care for 9 years, checking to make sure the tumor had not grown back. The last visit I had with him, he was going over the mri and discovered a mass in my throat. He called me before I arrived home, I had already left his office, and sent me to see an ent immediately. You won’t find a better surgeon. We will miss him in Texas.
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Jun 13, 2020
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My son suffered a hemorrhagic stroke. Dr Harold Smith was on call. The hospitalist call Harold Smith... Dr HAROLD SMITH SAID IT WAS NOT HIS PROBLEM AND REFUSED TO COME.
I could not believe we were sitting there in
COVENANT MICU, my son was bleeding into his brain and DR HAROLD SMITH REFUSED THE CALL. I ask them to call again or anyone. They did. His PA/NP stated they would not accept the consult, and refused again to come.
Well I guess it wasn't HIS SON.
HE WAS THE DR ON CALL.
HIS LACK OF CARE WAS ABHORRENT.
HE NEVER CAME.
THIS HAPPENED AT 5AM
He stalled until he was off call at 7 AM.
My son could have died much less the brain damage increasing by not recieving care immediately.
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What could be improved
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DMD – May 18, 2020
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Dr. Smith is an excellent doctor. Hate to see him leave but sincerely wish him well. He has taken great care of my husband. He is sincere, upfront and very knowledgeable. You will be missed doc.!
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What could be improved
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Trevino – Apr 18, 2020
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Dr. Smith saved my daughter's life from complications of lupus. At first he may seem a little "rough" but he is not......he is a very brilliant and compassionate person.
What went well
- Appointment scheduling
- Office environment
- Staff friendliness
- Appointment wasn't rushed
- Listened & answered questions
- Explained conditions well
- Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
Kelli Hager – Jul 02, 2018
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Dr. Smith and his team are amazing. Professional, experienced, and down right good people to be around. I can not believe I am already home and comfortable after my surgery on Monday. He cared and comforted my wife and son after the procedure and put them at ease. You will not find a better doctor and I highly recommend Dr Smith!!!
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No results
What could be improved
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Tim Green in Lubbock, TX – Aug 26, 2017
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I really would reconsider choosing this doctor again. The average wait in his waiting room for a scheduled apt is more than 3 hours. (There's a Rosa's next door). The guy is a pod in terms of bedside manner and other human-based interaction skills. He does not believe in effective pain management (after brain surgery!) and my chronic pain specialist had to come in and persuade Smith to give me anything more than ibuprofen. If I were to have go through this again, I would definitely go elsewhere.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
Lubbock, TX – Aug 03, 2016
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Dr. Smith was very confident and understanding to my first and scary tumor. I like that he acknowledged everyone that was in the room with me. I knew he was the right doc from his hand shake. Not only from Dr. Smith but the nurses he worked with. The offices was very comfortable and felt like everyone worked as a team. I couldn't ask for anyone better and very thankful to him and staff to achieving excellent health.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
Natalie Wray in Lubbock, TX – Mar 08, 2016