Overview
I became a heart failure cardiologist so that I could help those with advanced cardiac disease during their time of greatest need. My care philosophy is that my patients and I are on their journey together. I strive to provide personalized and evidence-based care to each patient to help them achieve their desired goals. I care for each patient as if they are my own family.
Dr. Smith is highly rated in 10 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Heart Failure, Pulmonary Hypertension, Pulmonary Veno-Occlusive Disease, and Pulmonary Edema.
She is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 8 peer reviewed articles. Dr. Smith is currently accepting new patients.
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Locations
8220 Meadowbridge Road, Suite 306, Mechanicsville, VA 23116
5875 Bremo Road, Suite 400C, Richmond, VA 23226
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. Lavone A. Smith
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Lavone A. Smith?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Lavone A. Smith by calling their office at 804-287-3550. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Lavone A. Smith a top-rated expert for Heart Failure?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Lavone A. Smith is classified as an Distinguished expert for Heart Failure, 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. Lavone A. Smith specialize in?
While Dr. Lavone A. Smith is a Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiology, they have specific expertise in Heart Failure, Pulmonary Hypertension, and Pulmonary Veno-Occlusive Disease. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiology.
Does Dr. Lavone A. Smith participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Lavone A. Smith has published 8 articles and abstracts on conditions like Heart Failure. You can view a list of Dr. Lavone 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. Lavone A. Smith accept my insurance?
Dr. Lavone A. Smith accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and AmeriHealth. We recommend calling the office directly at 804-287-3550 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
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- Distinguished
- Heart FailureDr. Smith isDistinguished. Learn about Heart Failure.
- Hypertensive Heart DiseaseDr. Smith isDistinguished. Learn about Hypertensive Heart Disease.
- Pediatric MyocarditisDr. Smith isDistinguished. Learn about Pediatric Myocarditis.
- Pulmonary EdemaDr. Smith isDistinguished. Learn about Pulmonary Edema.
- Pulmonary HypertensionDr. Smith isDistinguished. Learn about Pulmonary Hypertension.
- Pulmonary Veno-Occlusive DiseaseDr. Smith isDistinguished. Learn about Pulmonary Veno-Occlusive Disease.
- Advanced
- Cardiogenic ShockDr. Smith isAdvanced. Learn about Cardiogenic Shock.
- Enlarged LiverDr. Smith isAdvanced. Learn about Enlarged Liver.
- Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction (HFpEF)
- NecrosisDr. Smith isAdvanced. Learn about Necrosis.
- Experienced
- AnginaDr. Smith isExperienced. Learn about Angina.
- Aortic RegurgitationDr. Smith isExperienced. Learn about Aortic Regurgitation.
- ApoplexyDr. Smith isExperienced. Learn about Apoplexy.
- Arrhythmogenic Right Ventricular Cardiomyopathy
- Arterial EmbolismDr. Smith isExperienced. Learn about Arterial Embolism.
- AtherosclerosisDr. Smith isExperienced. Learn about Atherosclerosis.
- Atrial FibrillationDr. Smith isExperienced. Learn about Atrial Fibrillation.
- Atrial Septal Defect (ASD)Dr. Smith isExperienced. Learn about Atrial Septal Defect (ASD).
- Bidirectional TachycardiaDr. Smith isExperienced. Learn about Bidirectional Tachycardia.
- Cardiac AmyloidosisDr. Smith isExperienced. Learn about Cardiac Amyloidosis.
- CardiomyopathyDr. Smith isExperienced. Learn about Cardiomyopathy.
- Catecholaminergic Polymorphic Ventricular Tachycardia
- Coronary Heart DiseaseDr. Smith isExperienced. Learn about Coronary Heart Disease.
- Dilated Cardiomyopathy (DCM)Dr. Smith isExperienced. Learn about Dilated Cardiomyopathy (DCM).
- Familial Hypertrophic CardiomyopathyDr. Smith isExperienced. Learn about Familial Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy.
- Heart AttackDr. Smith isExperienced. Learn about Heart Attack.
- HypertensionDr. Smith isExperienced. Learn about Hypertension.
- Patent Foramen OvaleDr. Smith isExperienced. Learn about Patent Foramen Ovale.
- Primary Localized Cutaneous Amyloidosis
- Sengers SyndromeDr. Smith isExperienced. Learn about Sengers Syndrome.
- Systemic Sclerosis (SSc)Dr. Smith isExperienced. Learn about Systemic Sclerosis (SSc).
- VasculitisDr. Smith isExperienced. Learn about Vasculitis.
- Ventricular TachycardiaDr. Smith isExperienced. Learn about Ventricular Tachycardia.