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Dr. Douglas Smith, DPM

Dr. Douglas Smith, DPM

Podiatry*
30+ years of experience

Dr. Douglas Smith, DPM is a podiatry specialist in Raleigh, NC and has over 30 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Dr. William M. Scholl College of Podiatric Medicine in 1990. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Duke Health Raleigh Hospital and Maria Parham Medical Center. He is accepting new patients.

4.7 Star Rating
Based on 36 reviews 4.7 Star Rating (36 reviews)

Practice

1004 Dresser Ct Ste 102 Raleigh, NC 27609

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Dr. Smith is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Podiatry

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
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. See reviews
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    Outstanding Patient Experience 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

4.7

36 ratings, 29 with a written review
5 Star
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4 Star
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3 Star
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2 Star
3%
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1 Star
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May 04, 2023
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What went well
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What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
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Mar 28, 2021
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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
3 people found this helpful
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Dec 13, 2019
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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
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
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Sandra Hanks – Oct 07, 2019
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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
What could be improved
No results
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Sep 21, 2019
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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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Mary in Morehead City, NC – Jun 20, 2019
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Mar 27, 2019
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What could be improved
No results
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Mar 18, 2019
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What went well
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Mike in Wake Forest, NC – Feb 21, 2018
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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
No results
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New Bern, NC – Sep 14, 2017
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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
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Raleigh, NC – Jun 12, 2017
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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
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Raleigh, NC – Apr 13, 2017
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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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Samuel in Durham, NC – Apr 07, 2017
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What went well
  • 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
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Carolyn Mingo in Clayton, NC – Mar 31, 2017
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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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Garner, NC – Mar 01, 2017
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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
2 people found this helpful
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Joe McKenna in Raleigh, NC – Feb 24, 2017
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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
3 people found this helpful
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Addie F in Raleigh, NC – Dec 30, 2016
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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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Newark, DE – Nov 24, 2016
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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
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Raleigh, NC – Nov 06, 2016
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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
What could be improved
No results
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Judy Walls in Durham, NC – Oct 07, 2016
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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.  I take the time to educate you on your condition and the options you have for treating...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 & Ankle Center.

I've been in practice in Raleigh and Henderson since 1991....
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  • Podiatry

  • Wound & Burn Care

  • Podiatric Surgery

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

  • Central Community Hospital Clifton Illinois

    Internship Hospital, 1991
  • Central Community Hospital

    Residency Hospital, 1991
  • Dr. William M. Scholl College Of Podiatric Medicine

    Medical School, 1990
  • University Of Florida

    Undergraduate School, 1986
  • English

  • German

Dr. Smith is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Podiatry

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    Locations

    Practice

    Family Foot & Ankle Center P.A.1004 Dresser Ct Ste 102 Raleigh, NC 27609
    1

    Practice

    Duke University Health System Inc3400 Wake Forest Rd Raleigh, NC 27609
    2

    Practice

    Voxel Imaging Services PC3801 Wake Forest Rd Raleigh, NC 27609
    3

    Affiliated Hospitals

    • Duke Health Raleigh Hospital

      3400 Wake Forest Rd
      Raleigh, NC 27609
      Recipient of 3
      hospital awards

      Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2024)

      Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

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

      90%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      6% higher than the national average

      83%
      Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

      7% higher than the national average

      View all patient feedback
    • Nash General Hospital

      2460 Curtis Ellis Dr
      Rocky Mount, NC 27804

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

      90%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      6% higher than the national average

      80%
      Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

      4% higher than the national average

      View all patient feedback
    • Maria Parham Medical Center

      566 Ruin Creek Rd
      Henderson, NC 27536

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

      80%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      4% lower than the national average

      71%
      Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

      5% lower than the national average

      View all patient feedback
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