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Dr. Frederick Smith, MD

Dr. Frederick Smith, MD

Medical Oncology*
50+ years of experience

Dr. Frederick Smith, MD is a medical oncologist in Chevy Chase, MD and has over 50 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from St Louis University in 1973. He is affiliated with medical facilities Sibley Memorial Hospital and Suburban Hospital. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4.3 Star Rating
Based on 30 reviews 4.3 Star Rating (30 reviews)

Practice

5530 Wisconsin Ave Ste 1640 Chevy Chase, MD 20815
Telehealth available

Make an Appointment

(301) 657-4588

At a Glance

  • Areas of Expertise
    Dr. Smith specializes in the areas of Internal Medicine & Medical Oncology. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • 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

4.3

30 ratings, 11 with a written review
5 Star
80%
80%
4 Star
3%
3%
3 Star
0%
0%
2 Star
0%
0%
1 Star
17%
17%

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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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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Mar 28, 2025
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Kate M – Mar 26, 2025
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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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Mar 26, 2025
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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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Mar 26, 2025
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
3 people found this helpful
Helpful
Dec 08, 2023
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
4 people found this helpful
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May 24, 2023
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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
Helpful
Jun 04, 2020
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What went well
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
7 people found this helpful
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JC – Aug 20, 2018
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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
5 people found this helpful
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Judge Sullivan in Washington DC – Jun 27, 2018
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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
4 people found this helpful
Helpful
Chevy Chase, Maryland – Apr 30, 2018
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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
6 people found this helpful
Helpful
Carmen Benedicto in Alexandria, VA – Feb 01, 2018
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Know Before You Go

About Me

care philosophy

Oncology

biography

Frederick P. Smith, M.D., is a board-certified medical oncologist who completed his oncology training at the Georgetown University's Lombardi Cancer Center. Originally a native of Burma, Dr. Smith attended Niagra University in New York and later...read more

  • Medical Oncology

  • Internal Medicine

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  • Georgetown University

    Fellowship Hospital, 1978

  • St Louis University

    Medical School, 1973
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Internal Medicine®
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Internal Medicine
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Medical Oncology
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  • Burmese

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Locations

Practice

David A. Morowitz5530 Wisconsin Ave Ste 1640 Chevy Chase, MD 20815
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Sibley Memorial Hospital

    5255 Loughboro Rd NW
    Washington, DC 20016
    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

    77%
    Patients would recommend the hospital to friends and family

    12% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Suburban Hospital

    8600 Old Georgetown Rd
    Bethesda, MD 20814
    Recipient of 3
    hospital awards

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

    83%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    1% lower than the national average

    79%
    Patients said their room and bathroom were always kept clean

    12% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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