Overview
Judith Smith, MD, is a UW Health Kids pediatric rheumatologist and a tenured associate professor at the University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health in the Department of Pediatrics, Division of Allergy, Immunology and Rheumatology.Dr. Smith diagnoses and treats children with a range of autoimmune conditions (disorders in which the body’s immune system attacks its own healthy cells), such as juvenile arthritis and lupus. She specializes in spondyloarthritis, a type of arthritis that affects the spine and nearby joints which drives her research to develop better treatments for the disease.Working with children, Dr. Smith understands how important it is to put patients and families at ease and build trusting relationships. She listens closely to their symptoms and concerns and takes interest in their activities outside the clinic. To engage families in their child’s care, Dr. Smith provides education and information about the child’s disorder and offers several treatment options to best fit their needs.Her goal is to help her young patients live a pain-free life, doing activities that bring them joy.In her free time, Dr. Smith enjoys ballet dancing and synchronized figure skating.It’s exciting to offer safe, new treatments to children who are suffering and then see them come back to the office feeling happy and much better.
Her clinical expertise encompasses Juvenile Dermatomyositis.
Dr. Smith is board certified in Pediatric Rheumatology. She is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 1 peer reviewed article and participating in 1 clinical trial. Dr. Smith is currently accepting new patients.
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Locations
1675 Highland Ave, Madison, WI 53792
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
American Family Children's Hospital Pediatric Rheumatology Clinic
Dominic Co, MD, is a UW Health Kids pediatric rheumatologist who treats children with autoimmune diseases. Dr. Co cares for patients with juvenile arthritis, lupus, autoimmune connective tissue diseases and other rare diseases. Dr. Co also is an assistant professor in the Department of Pediatrics at the University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health.Education is a very important part of Dr. Co’s patient care philosophy. He strives to provide as much information as possible so his patients and their families can make the best decisions about treatment. He tailors each treatment plan to fit the unique needs of the child and family to provide the best overall health outcome. He ensures everyone understands the diagnosis so they can provide the best care at home.Dr. Co considers his pediatric patients’ emotional health along with their physical health. He encourages his families to engage with advocacy organizations and partner with support groups. This enables families to meet and discuss their children’s rare diseases, while also connecting children who have these diseases.Outside of the clinic, Dr. Co enjoys raising chickens and spending time with his children.My hope for each of my patients is that they get to be a kid, just like every other kid. Dr. Co is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Discoid Lupus Erythematosus (DLE), Dermatomyositis, Juvenile Dermatomyositis, and Juvenile Idiopathic Arthritis (JIA). Dr. Co is board certified in Pediatrics and Pediatric Rheumatology. Dr. Co is currently accepting new patients.
University Hospital
Anna Huttenlocher is a Pediatric Rheumatologist practicing medicine in Madison, Wisconsin. Her clinical expertise encompasses Arthritis.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Judith A. Smith
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Is Dr. Judith A. Smith a top-rated expert for Juvenile Dermatomyositis?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Judith A. Smith is classified as an Experienced expert for Juvenile Dermatomyositis, 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. Judith A. Smith specialize in?
While Dr. Judith A. Smith is a Pediatric Rheumatology, they have specific expertise in Juvenile Dermatomyositis. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Pediatric Rheumatology.
Does Dr. Judith A. Smith participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Judith A. Smith has published 1 articles and abstracts on conditions like Juvenile Dermatomyositis. You can view a list of Dr. Judith 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. Judith A. Smith accept my insurance?
Dr. Judith A. Smith accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 608-915-0640 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
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