Overview
Philosophy of care | I believe in working alongside patients and families as part of a team to reestablish their way of life, focusing on preserving and empowering each person’s ideal way of living. | Why I entered medicine | I love having the opportunity to help individuals reconnect with the unique aspects of life they value by restoring function and highlighting intact potential. | Community involvement | My wife and I proudly support United Way of the Greater Lehigh Valley! | Personal interests | I like bonsai and gardening, hiking, tennis, table tennis, golf, and my dog (a very sweet American Staffordshire terrier named Bumblebee).
Dr. Smith is highly rated in 8 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Creutzfeldt-Jakob Disease, Retinal Vasculopathy with Cerebral Leukodystrophy, Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease), and Primary Lateral Sclerosis.
His clinical research consists of co-authoring 283 peer reviewed articles and participating in 1 clinical trial. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.
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Locations
1250 S Cedar Crest Blvd, Suite 405, Allentown, PA 18103
798 Hausman Rd, Suite 240, Allentown, PA 18104
Clinical Research
Clinical research consists of overseeing clinical studies of patients undergoing new treatments and therapies, and publishing articles in peer reviewed medical journals. Providers who actively participate in clinical research are generally at the forefront of the fields and aware of the most up-to-date advances in treatments for their patients.
1 Clinical Trials
LVH Hematology Oncology-1240 Cedar Crest
Tara Morrison is a Neurologist and a Hematologist Oncology provider in Allentown, Pennsylvania. Dr. Morrison is highly rated in 23 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Astrocytoma, Glioblastoma, Oligodendroglioma, and Embryonal Tumor with Multilayered Rosettes.
Penn Neuroscience Center - Neurology
Lauren Elman is a Neurologist in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Dr. Elman is highly rated in 48 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease), Primary Lateral Sclerosis, Myotonic Dystrophy Type 2, and Myotonic Dystrophy. Dr. Elman is currently accepting new patients.
Vickie & Jack Farber Institute For Neuroscience - Honickman Center
Dr. Marinos Dalakas, MD is a Neurology Specialist in Philadelphia, PA and has over 50 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University Of Athens, School Of Health Sciences in 1972. He is affiliated with medical facilities Thomas Jefferson University Hospital and Jefferson Methodist Hospital. Dr. Dalakas is highly rated in 16 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Stiff Person Syndrome, Chronic Inflammatory Demyelinating Polyneuropathy, Hereditary Hyperekplexia, Chronic Polyradiculoneuritis, and Laminectomy.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Colin M. Smith
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Colin M. Smith?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Colin M. Smith by calling their office at 610-402-8420. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Colin M. Smith a top-rated expert for Creutzfeldt-Jakob Disease?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Colin M. Smith is classified as an Distinguished expert for Creutzfeldt-Jakob Disease, meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.
What conditions does Dr. Colin M. Smith specialize in?
While Dr. Colin M. Smith is a Neurology, they have specific expertise in Creutzfeldt-Jakob Disease, Retinal Vasculopathy with Cerebral Leukodystrophy, and Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease). MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Neurology.
Does Dr. Colin M. Smith participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Colin M. Smith has published 281 articles and abstracts on conditions like Creutzfeldt-Jakob Disease. You can view a list of Dr. Colin M. Smith's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Colin M. Smith accept my insurance?
Dr. Colin M. Smith accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Capital Blue Cross. We recommend calling the office directly at 610-402-8420 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
MediFind evaluates expertise by pulling from factors such as number of articles a doctor has published in medical journals, participation in clinical trials, speaking at industry conferences, prescribing and referral patterns, and strength of connections with other experts in their field.
Learn more about MediFind’s expert tiers
- Distinguished
- Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease)
- Creutzfeldt-Jakob DiseaseDr. Smith isDistinguished. Learn about Creutzfeldt-Jakob Disease.
- Retinal Vasculopathy with Cerebral Leukodystrophy
- Advanced
- Alzheimer's DiseaseDr. Smith isAdvanced. Learn about Alzheimer's Disease.
- Cerebral Amyloid AngiopathyDr. Smith isAdvanced. Learn about Cerebral Amyloid Angiopathy.
- DementiaDr. Smith isAdvanced. Learn about Dementia.
- Primary Lateral SclerosisDr. Smith isAdvanced. Learn about Primary Lateral Sclerosis.
- Vascular DementiaDr. Smith isAdvanced. Learn about Vascular Dementia.
- Experienced
- Brown SyndromeDr. Smith isExperienced. Learn about Brown Syndrome.
- CACH SyndromeDr. Smith isExperienced. Learn about CACH Syndrome.
- Corticobasal DegenerationDr. Smith isExperienced. Learn about Corticobasal Degeneration.
- DysarthriaDr. Smith isExperienced. Learn about Dysarthria.
- EncephalitisDr. Smith isExperienced. Learn about Encephalitis.
- Fatal Familial InsomniaDr. Smith isExperienced. Learn about Fatal Familial Insomnia.