The 20 Best Shingles Doctors Near Me in Fort Smith, AR

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The 20 Best Shingles Doctors near Fort Smith, AR

Last Updated: 02/22/2026

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MediFind found 37 doctor with experience in Shingles near Fort Smith, AR. Of these, 37 are Experienced.

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37 providers found
    Experienced in Shingles
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Shingles
    Family Medicine
    612 S 12th St, 
    Fort Smith, AR 
     (0.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Douglas Hendrex is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Fort Smith, Arkansas. Dr. Hendrex is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Shingles. His top areas of expertise are Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Familial Hypertension, and Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism. Dr. Hendrex is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Shingles
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Shingles
    Family Medicine

    Western AR River Valley Med Res Corp

    612 S 12th St, 
    Fort Smith, AR 
     (0.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    John Lane is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Fort Smith, Arkansas. Dr. Lane is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Shingles. His top areas of expertise are Smoldering Multiple Myeloma, Multiple Myeloma, Muscle Atrophy, Bone Marrow Aspiration, and Hip Replacement.

    Experienced in Shingles
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Shingles
    Family Medicine

    Ft Smith Hma PBC Management LLC

    708 Lexington Ave, 
    Fort Smith, AR 
     (0.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Danny Silver is a Family Medicine provider in Fort Smith, Arkansas. Dr. Silver is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Shingles. His top areas of expertise are Chronic Pain, Myositis, Macrophagic Myofasciitis, and Schizoaffective Disorder.

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    Experienced in Shingles
    Palliative Medicine
    Experienced in Shingles
    Palliative Medicine

    Albert Samuel Koenig III PA

    2420 Rogers Ave, 
    Fort Smith, AR 
     (1.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Philip Elangwe is a primary care provider, practicing in Palliative Medicine in Fort Smith, Arkansas. Dr. Elangwe is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Shingles. His top areas of expertise are Alzheimer's Disease, Muscle Atrophy, End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), and Dementia.

    Experienced in Shingles
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Shingles
    Internal Medicine

    Healthsouth Center For Day Surgery

    4200 Jenny Lind Rd Ste A, 
    Fort Smith, AR 
     (1.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Hubert Landers is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Fort Smith, Arkansas. Dr. Landers is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Shingles. His top areas of expertise are Lung Cancer, Bronchitis, Nephrosclerosis, Ureteroscopy, and Hip Replacement.

    Experienced in Shingles
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Shingles
    Family Medicine

    Office

    1500 Dodson Ave Ste 175, 
    Fort Smith, AR 
     (1.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Dale Asbury is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Fort Smith, Arkansas. Dr. Asbury is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Shingles. His top areas of expertise are Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), Lung Metastases, Anemia, Ureteroscopy, and Bone Graft.

    Experienced in Shingles
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Shingles
    Family Medicine

    Ft Smith Hma PBC Management LLC

    1500 Dodson Ave Ste 195, 
    Fort Smith, AR 
     (1.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Brandi Guthrey is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Fort Smith, Arkansas. Dr. Guthrey is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Shingles. Her top areas of expertise are Lung Metastases, Stroke, End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Ureteroscopy, and Bone Marrow Aspiration.

    Experienced in Shingles
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Shingles
    Family Medicine

    RVPCS Northside Clinic

    4900 Kelley Hwy, 
    Fort Smith, AR 
     (2.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Wanda Mcmicheal is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Fort Smith, Arkansas. Dr. Mcmicheal is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Shingles. Her top areas of expertise are Diabetic Nephropathy, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Hypertension, and Familial Hypertension.

    Experienced in Shingles
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Shingles
    Internal Medicine

    Office

    4600 Towson Ave, 
    Fort Smith, AR 
     (3.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Fareed Kannout is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Fort Smith, Arkansas. Dr. Kannout is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Shingles. His top areas of expertise are Chronic Rhinosinusitis with Nasal Polyps (CRSwNP), Empyema, Sinusitis, and Tracheitis.

    Experienced in Shingles
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Shingles
    Family Medicine

    Mercy Clinic Rheumatology-Cliff Drive

    3700 Cliff Dr, 
    Fort Smith, AR 
     (3.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Allen Beachy is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Fort Smith, Arkansas. Dr. Beachy is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Shingles. His top areas of expertise are Lung Metastases, Sitosterolemia, High Cholesterol, and Type 2 Diabetes (T2D).

    Experienced in Shingles
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Shingles
    Internal Medicine

    Mercy Hospice

    6801 Rogers Ave, 
    Fort Smith, AR 
     (4.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Brent Reeves is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Fort Smith, Arkansas. Dr. Reeves is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Shingles. His top areas of expertise are Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Familial Hypertension, Hypertension, and Osteoporosis.

    Experienced in Shingles
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Shingles
    Family Medicine

    Mercy Hospice

    6801 Rogers Ave, 
    Fort Smith, AR 
     (4.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Pamela Christopher is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Fort Smith, Arkansas. Dr. Christopher is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Shingles. Her top areas of expertise are Chronic Cough, Acute Cystitis, Tracheitis, and Vertigo.

    Experienced in Shingles
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Shingles
    Family Medicine

    Mercy Hospice

    6801 Rogers Ave, 
    Fort Smith, AR 
     (4.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Eugene Alexander is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Fort Smith, Arkansas. Dr. Alexander is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Shingles. His top areas of expertise are Chronic Cough, Tracheitis, Vertigo, and Fainting.

    Experienced in Shingles
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Shingles
    Internal Medicine

    Mercy Hospice

    6801 Rogers Ave, 
    Fort Smith, AR 
     (4.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Becky Yarborough is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Fort Smith, Arkansas. Dr. Yarborough is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Shingles. Her top areas of expertise are Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Familial Hypertension, Hypertension, and Postmenopausal Osteoporosis.

    Experienced in Shingles
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Shingles
    Family Medicine

    Office

    6801 Phoenix Ave Ste 2, 
    Fort Smith, AR 
     (4.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Jason Richey is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Fort Smith, Arkansas. Dr. Richey is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Shingles. His top areas of expertise are Familial Hypertension, Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, and Hypothyroidism.

    Experienced in Shingles
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Shingles
    Internal Medicine

    Mercy Clinic Primary Care Tower West

    6801 Rogers Ave Fl 5, 
    Fort Smith, AR 
     (4.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Sumer Phillips is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Fort Smith, Arkansas. Dr. Phillips is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Shingles. Her top areas of expertise are Enlarged Liver, Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease, Osteoporosis, and Postmenopausal Osteoporosis.

    Experienced in Shingles
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Shingles
    Internal Medicine

    Mercy Clinic Primary Care Tower West

    6801 Rogers Ave Fl 5, 
    Fort Smith, AR 
     (4.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Amita Heaser is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Fort Smith, Arkansas. Dr. Heaser is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Shingles. Her top areas of expertise are Familial Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Hypertension, and Familial Combined Hyperlipidemia.

    Experienced in Shingles
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Shingles
    Family Medicine

    Baptist Health Family And Pediatric Clinic-Ellsworth Road

    5428 Ellsworth Rd Ste A, 
    Fort Smith, AR 
     (4.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Von Phomakay is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Fort Smith, Arkansas. Dr. Phomakay is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Shingles. His top areas of expertise are Familial Hypertension, Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, and Angiosarcoma of the Liver.

    Experienced in Shingles
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Shingles
    Family Medicine

    Mercy Clinic Dallas Street

    7800 Dallas St, 
    Fort Smith, AR 
     (4.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Sean Baker is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Fort Smith, Arkansas. Dr. Baker is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Shingles. His top areas of expertise are Familial Hypertension, Diabetic Neuropathy, Peptic Ulcer, and Cellulitis.

    Experienced in Shingles
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Shingles
    Internal Medicine

    Mercy Clinic Dallas Street

    7800 Dallas St, 
    Fort Smith, AR 
     (4.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Margaret Cox is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Fort Smith, Arkansas. Dr. Cox is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Shingles. Her top areas of expertise are Macroamylasemia, Hypothyroidism, Colitis, and Obesity in Children.

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    Last Updated: 02/22/2026

    What is the definition of Shingles?

    Shingles (also known as herpes zoster) results from infection by the varicella zoster virus. This common virus causes chickenpox (also known as varicella), which is characterized by itchy spots on the skin that cover the whole body and usually occurs in childhood or adolescence. After the body fights the initial infection, the varicella zoster virus remains in nerve cells for the rest of a person's life. Because the virus is controlled by immune system cells called T cells, it is generally inactive (latent) and typically causes no health problems. However, in some people, the virus becomes active again (reactivates) and causes shingles. Shingles can occur at any age, although it is rare in childhood and becomes more common after age 50.

    When should I see a Shingles doctor near Fort Smith, AR?

    There are various reasons why you may want to see a specialist, such as: 

    • Your primary care provider recommends it. 
    • Your condition requires expert knowledge and specialized care. 
    • Your symptoms persist or worsen despite treatment. 
    • You need specialized testing or procedures. 
    • You want a second opinion.  

    What should I consider when choosing a Shingles doctor near Fort Smith, AR?

    It’s important to see a provider with expertise in your specific condition. Each provider profile in MediFind’s doctor database includes information on which conditions they treat, years of experience, research contributions, languages spoken, insurance plans accepted, and more.  

    How does MediFind rank Shingles doctors near Fort Smith, AR?

    MediFind’s rankings are based on a variety of data sources, such as the number of articles a doctor has published in medical journals, participation in clinical trials and industry conferences, as well as the number of patients that provider sees for a given condition. Note that MediFind’s provider database is not based on user reviews, and providers do not pay to be included in the database. 

    What types of insurance are accepted by Shingles doctors near Fort Smith, AR?

    Most profiles in MediFind’s doctor database include a list of insurance plans accepted by that provider. However, it’s a good idea to contact the provider’s office to make sure they still accept your insurance, then doublecheck by contacting your insurance plan to confirm they’re in network. 

    How can I book an appointment online with a Shingles doctor near Fort Smith, AR?

    MediFind offers direct scheduling for certain providers using the “Request Appointment” button on that provider’s profile. If the schedule option is not available for a provider, tap the red “Show Phone Number” button on their profile to get their contact information. If you prefer to find providers who offer online scheduling, select “Schedules online” under the “Availability” category of the filter feature on the left side of the Shingles doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Shingles doctor?

    Second opinions are an opportunity to confirm a diagnosis and its root cause, learn about alternative treatment options, or simply gain peace of mind. Many people, especially those with serious diagnoses, get second opinions so they can understand all their options and make informed decisions, so don’t hesitate to get one if you have any doubts or need more information or clarification regarding your care. Note that some insurance plans require second opinions, while others don’t cover second opinions, so be sure to confirm with your insurance provider first.   

    How can I prepare for my appointment with a Shingles doctor near Fort Smith, AR?

    Prepare for your appointment by gathering the following items: 

    • Copies of medical records (dating back at least one year) 
    • Your medical history, including illnesses, medical conditions, surgeries, and other doctors you see 
    • Family history of disease 
    • List of current prescription drugs, over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal remedies or supplements including names and doses 
    • Allergies to medications, food, latex, insects, etc.  
    • List of questions and concerns 
    • Your insurance card 

    You might also contact the provider’s office to see if they offer transportation or childcare services or if you’re allowed to bring a loved one for support or to take notes during your visit. 

    What questions should I ask my Shingles doctor?

    Here are some sample questions: 

    • Can you explain in simple terms what this condition is and how it’s treated? 
    • What symptoms or side effects should I watch for? 
    • What tests will be involved, and when can I expect results? 
    • Are there other specialists I need to see? 
    • What’s the best way to reach you if I have follow-up questions? 

    How can I learn about the latest clinical trials and research advances my Shingles doctor may know about?

    MediFind’s Clinical Trials tool asks you a series of questions to help you narrow down your search by health condition, age, gender, location, how far you’re willing to travel, and more. Each question you answer filters down the number of trials until you find the ones that are most relevant to you. 

    MediFind’s Latest Advances tool features summaries of recent articles published in medical journals. We use cutting-edge technology to scour medical publication databases for the latest research advancements on any given condition, then we simplify this information in a way that’s useful and easy to understand. 

    Can I filter my search to show male or female Shingles doctors near Fort Smith, AR?

    Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Shingles doctor search results page. Select “Female” or “Male” under the “Gender” category to search for female or male providers exclusively. If the “Any” option is selected, it will pull results for both male and female providers. 

    Can I filter my search to find a Shingles doctor that offers video calls?

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Shingles doctor search results page. Select “Offers telehealth visits” under the Availability category to search for providers who offer virtual appointments (video calls). 

    Reviewed on: 11/11/24  

    By: MediFind Medical Staff 

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