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Dr. Nellis Smith, MD

Cardiology*•Male•Age 70

Cardiology*

Dr. Nellis Smith, MD is a cardiologist in East Palo Alto, CA and has over 43 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of Texas Medical Branch in 1980. He is affiliated with Sequoia Hospital. He is accepting new patients.

Dr. Nellis Smith, MD

Practice

1950 University Ave Ste 160 East Palo Alto, CA 94303
(650) 327-2947

Accepting new patients

(650) 327-2947

Hospital Highlight

Dr. Smith is affiliated with Sequoia Hospital Redwood City, a highly rated and top awarded hospital for cardiology.

Dr. Smith is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Cardiology

The Healthgrades Choice designation helps you understand the most important factors to consider when choosing a healthcare professional. This designation is earned based on four set standards.
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  • Above average experience
  • Good hospital quality
  • Good patient ratings
  • No healthcare sanctions
  • Areas of Expertise
    Dr. Smith specializes in the areas of Cardiology, Cardiovascular Disease & Internal Medicine. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    America’s 100 Best Hospitals for Coronary Intervention Award™ • See hospitals
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. • See hospitals
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Dr. Smith's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Smith

4.0

11 ratings, 4 with a written review
5 Star
73%
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3 Star
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2 Star
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1 Star
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Explained conditions well
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
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Aug 01, 2024
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What went well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
2 people found this helpful
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Concerned wife – Jun 01, 2022
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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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AJ – Jan 08, 2022
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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
10 people found this helpful
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Lorett R in Stockton, CA – Jan 19, 2016
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About Me

care philosophy

Personalized care with access to state of the art diagnostic and therapeutic tools to provide for the best patient outcomes, while partnering with a group of physicians with similar philosophies and expertise.

  • Cardiology

  • Critical Care Medicine

  • Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiology

  • Internal Medicine

*Healthgrades does not verify qualifications for medical specialties. Please verify your provider's specialty and qualifications directly with your provider and applicable medical board.

  • William Beaumont Hospital

    2005

  • William Beaumont Hospital

    Fellowship Hospital, 2005

  • Stanford University Hospital

    Fellowship Hospital, 1987

  • Stanford University Hospital

    Residency Hospital, 1983

  • Stanford University Hospital

    Internship Hospital, 1981

  • University Of Texas Medical Branch

    Medical School, 1980

  • University Of Texas

    Undergraduate School, 1976
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Medical Specialties
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Cardiology†
American Board of Internal Medicine®
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Cardiovascular Disease
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Internal Medicine
†Self designated 
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Dr. Smith is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Cardiology

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    Locations

    Practice

    Silicon Valley Cardiology Medical Group1950 University Ave Ste 160 East Palo Alto, CA 94303
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