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Dr. Ricky Smith, MD

Dr. Ricky Smith, MD

Urology*
40+ years of experience

Dr. Ricky Smith, MD is a urologist in Cookeville, TN and has over 40 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Smith has extensive experience in Urinary Calculi & Removal and Urinary Conditions. He graduated from University of Tennessee College of Medicine in 1983. He is affiliated with Cookeville Regional Medical Center.

3.4 Star Rating
Based on 22 reviews 3.4 Star Rating (22 reviews)

Practice

320 N Oak Ave Cookeville, TN 38501

Make an Appointment

(931) 783-4103

At a Glance

  • Friendly Staff
    Patients said the staff was friendly. • See reviews
  • Quiet Hospital
    Patients said the hospital this doctor practices at is quiet. • See hospitals
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Dr. Smith's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Smith

3.4
22 ratings, 8 with a written review
5 star
59%
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4 star
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3 star
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2 star
5%
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1 star
36%
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Great Doc
Dr. Smith made my post op appointment enjoyable and instructive. He has a good bedside manner and made sure I understood everything concerning my illness. Dr. Smith has the ability to share with the patient the possibilities of conditions going forward. I highly recommend him and look forward to my next appointment.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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 13, 2025
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Modern day Marcus Welby MD
A doctor that walks in, calls ya by first name, sits down & ask how's your day! Always a professional but makes ya feel comfortable, at ease. He probably spends the same amount of time with each patient as other docs do but I never felt rushed. Want a doc that cares about you, not just a name on a clipboard? See Dr. Ricky Smith.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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 other person found this helpful
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Daniel L – Oct 19, 2022
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Appointment was very rushed... the problem area wasn't even addressed.. this will be the last time I schedule with this guy.. if I could give a negative star rating it would be appropriate.. save your money get another urologist.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
4 others found this helpful
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Apr 06, 2021
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He is amazing I came in to the hospital and 3 hours later I was in surgery. I was out of surgery in 30 minutes. Great doctor I would recommend to anyone.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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 others found this helpful
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Gage Miller – Jan 24, 2021
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My first visit with Dr. Smith, but won't be my last! Dr. smith took an extraordinarily long length of time with me during the "get to know me and my problem" session with him. When finished, and the Doctor had left the room, I had another question that I had forgotten to ask. Dr Smith returned to the room and again took his time explaining treatments for me. I appreciated that!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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 others found this helpful
Helpful
George Moore (Crossville, TN) – Jan 01, 2021
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This doctor is the coolest. (that matters). He is so smart and knows his stuff. Reviews are very important. When I first read his reviews the negatives ones I was like OMG. However I made my own judgement. The best choice ever for my husband. He is stat and straight to the point. he explained everything in detail. I can write all day. He is an AWESOME doctor. The staff is very cute and funny. I just want to go back and sit in their office.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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 others found this helpful
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Gloria Talley – Jul 26, 2019
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Dr. Smith was NOT compassionate at all. I was in terrible pain after having surgery and asked for pain medication. He told me that it was bad enough that I was an Interstitial Cystitis patient, but that I did not need to be a drug addict too! I was horrified that he would say that to me. I never went back to him. He is very arrogant also!
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
6 others found this helpful
Helpful
Arlington, TN – Aug 20, 2016
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Godd Service, very good at explaining everything. Would highly recommend
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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
9 others found this helpful
Helpful
Ed in Memphis, TN – Feb 02, 2016
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About Me

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Dr. Ricky Smith, MD is a urologist in Cookeville, TN and has over 40 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Smith has extensive experience in Urinary Calculi & Removal and Urinary Conditions. He graduated from University of Tennessee College...read more

  • Urology

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  • University Of Tennessee College Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1983
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Locations

Practice

Upper Cumberland Urology Associates PC320 N Oak Ave Cookeville, TN 38501
1
Cookeville Regional Medical Center1 Medical Center Blvd Cookeville, TN 38501
2
Cookeville Regional Medical Group Inc.140 W 7th St Cookeville, TN 38501
3

Practice

Office2996 Kate Bond Rd Ste 307 Bartlett, TN 38133
4

Affiliated Hospitals

  • Cookeville Regional Medical Center

    1 Medical Center Blvd
    Cookeville, TN 38501
    Recipient of 3
    hospital awards

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

    84%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home
    76%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    1% higher than the national average

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