Overview
Dr. Kareen J. Smith earned her medical degree from The University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey – Robert Wood Johnson Medical School in Camden, N.J. She then completed her residency training in Pediatric Medicine at Baylor College of Medicine/Texas Children’s Hospital in Houston. Board certified in pediatrics, Dr. Smith has practiced medicine in Houston since 2009. She treats patients from newborn to age 20 years. Her clinical interests include preventive health care, neurodevelopmental disorders and complex medical problems. Also fluent in Spanish, Dr. Smith believes that spending time with patients and their parents, helps to strengthen the bond between patient, parent and physician. This ultimately results in successful diagnoses and treatment plans. Through building these relationships, she is better able to educate families regarding preventive medicine and treatment options. Her people-first approach is the cornerstone of her practice. She is a fellow of the American Academy of Pediatrics, a member of the Texas Medical Association and the Fort Bend Medical Society. Residents of Missouri City, Dr. Smith and her husband have four children. Her hobbies include dancing, traveling, cooking, photography and music, but most of all she enjoys spending time with her family.
Dr. Smith is highly rated in 2 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Van Der Woude Syndrome, Obesity in Children, Developmental Dysphasia Familial, and Umbilical Hernia.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Kareen Smith
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Kareen Smith?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Kareen Smith by calling their office at 832-930-7756. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Kareen Smith a top-rated expert for Van Der Woude Syndrome?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Kareen Smith is classified as an Advanced expert for Van Der Woude Syndrome, 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. Kareen Smith specialize in?
While Dr. Kareen Smith is a Pediatrics, they have specific expertise in Van Der Woude Syndrome, Obesity in Children, and Developmental Dysphasia Familial. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Pediatrics.
Does Dr. Kareen Smith accept my insurance?
Dr. Kareen Smith accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 832-930-7756 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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- Obesity in ChildrenDr. Smith isAdvanced. Learn about Obesity in Children.
- Van Der Woude SyndromeDr. Smith isAdvanced. Learn about Van Der Woude Syndrome.
- Experienced
- Autism Spectrum DisorderDr. Smith isExperienced. Learn about Autism Spectrum Disorder.
- Delayed GrowthDr. Smith isExperienced. Learn about Delayed Growth.
- Developmental Dysphasia FamilialDr. Smith isExperienced. Learn about Developmental Dysphasia Familial.
- HerniaDr. Smith isExperienced. Learn about Hernia.
- Umbilical HerniaDr. Smith isExperienced. Learn about Umbilical Hernia.