Overview
Ellyn Smith is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Anaheim, California. She has been practicing medicine for over 12 years.
Dr. Smith is highly rated in 5 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Hernia, Gallbladder Disease, Umbilical Hernia, and Choledocholithiasis.
Dr. Smith is board certified in American Board Surgery. She is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 1 peer reviewed article.
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- HMO
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- MEDICARE MAPD
- MEDICARE PDP
- MEDICARE SNP
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- OTHER MEDICARE
- OTHER MEDICARE PART D
Locations
1211 W La Palma Ave, Anaheim, CA 92801
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.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Ellyn A. Smith
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Ellyn A. Smith?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Ellyn A. Smith by calling their office at 714-772-6701. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Ellyn A. Smith a top-rated expert for Hernia?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Ellyn A. Smith is classified as an Advanced expert for Hernia, 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. Ellyn A. Smith specialize in?
While Dr. Ellyn A. Smith is a General Surgery, they have specific expertise in Hernia, Gallbladder Disease, and Umbilical Hernia. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within General Surgery.
Does Dr. Ellyn A. Smith participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Ellyn A. Smith has published 1 articles and abstracts on conditions like Hernia. You can view a list of Dr. Ellyn A. Smith's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Ellyn A. Smith accept my insurance?
Dr. Ellyn A. Smith accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Alignment Health Plan. We recommend calling the office directly at 714-772-6701 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.
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- Advanced
- CholedocholithiasisDr. Smith isAdvanced. Learn about Choledocholithiasis.
- Gallbladder DiseaseDr. Smith isAdvanced. Learn about Gallbladder Disease.
- GallstonesDr. Smith isAdvanced. Learn about Gallstones.
- HerniaDr. Smith isAdvanced. Learn about Hernia.
- Umbilical HerniaDr. Smith isAdvanced. Learn about Umbilical Hernia.
- Experienced
- Acute PancreatitisDr. Smith isExperienced. Learn about Acute Pancreatitis.
- Biliary DyskinesiaDr. Smith isExperienced. Learn about Biliary Dyskinesia.
- Breast CancerDr. Smith isExperienced. Learn about Breast Cancer.
- CellulitisDr. Smith isExperienced. Learn about Cellulitis.
- Childhood PancreatitisDr. Smith isExperienced. Learn about Childhood Pancreatitis.
- CholecystitisDr. Smith isExperienced. Learn about Cholecystitis.