Overview
Dr. Phillip Smith is an interventional cardiologist based in Baton Rouge, LA, with extensive experience in advanced structural cardiology and advanced cardiac imaging. He has established himself as a leading expert in the field, with a focus on providing the highest level of care to his patients.
Dr. Smith attended Louisiana State University in Baton Rouge where he received his Bachelor of Science in Biological Sciences and graduated with honors. His doctorate in medicine was obtained at Louisiana State University School of Medicine in Shreveport. He completed his internship and residency at the University of Alabama at Birmingham, where he also completed his fellowships in cardiology and advanced interventional cardiology in structural heart disease.
In addition to his expertise in interventional cardiology, Dr. Smith is also highly skilled in advanced cardiac imaging, including transesophageal echocardiography, cardiac CT, and nuclear imaging. This specialized knowledge enables him to provide his patients with accurate and detailed diagnoses, as well as innovative treatment options that may not be available elsewhere. He is committed to staying up-to-date with emerging technologies and cutting-edge clinical trials, which enables him to provide his patients with the most innovative and effective treatments available.
Dr. Smith is board certified in internal medicine, cardiovascular disease, interventional cardiology, and echocardiography. He is a part of the CIS Structural Heart Program in Baton Rouge, working closely with cardiovascular surgeons as part of the comprehensive heart team. Dr. Smith performs minimally invasive diagnostic and therapeutic procedures including heart catheterization, percutaneous coronary intervention, coronary stent implantation, transcatheter aortic valve replacement (TAVR), transcatheter mitral valve replacement (TMVR), the MitraClip procedure, patent foramen ovale (PFO) closure, atrial septal defect (ASD) closure, paravalvular leak (PVL) closure, percutaneous therapies for left atrial appendage closure (Watchman, Amulet), and transcatheter therapies for comprehensive management of veno-occlusive disease including pulmonary embolism.
Dr. Smith is a member of the American College of Cardiology and the American College of Physicians.
Dr. Smith is highly rated in 14 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Angina, Heart Failure, Pulmonary Edema, Aortic Valve Replacement, and Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR).
Dr. Smith is board certified in Cardiovascular Disease, Echocardiography, Internal Medicine, and Interventional Cardiology.
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Locations
8401 Picardy Ave, Baton Rouge, LA 70809
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Phillip Smith
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Phillip Smith?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Phillip Smith by calling their office at 225-308-0247. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Phillip Smith a top-rated expert for Angina?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Phillip Smith is classified as an Advanced expert for Angina, 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. Phillip Smith specialize in?
While Dr. Phillip Smith is a Cardiology, they have specific expertise in Angina, Heart Failure, and Pulmonary Edema. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Cardiology.
Does Dr. Phillip Smith accept my insurance?
Dr. Phillip Smith accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 225-308-0247 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
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- AnginaDr. Smith isAdvanced. Learn about Angina.
- ApoplexyDr. Smith isAdvanced. Learn about Apoplexy.
- Arterial EmbolismDr. Smith isAdvanced. Learn about Arterial Embolism.
- AtherosclerosisDr. Smith isAdvanced. Learn about Atherosclerosis.
- Coronary Heart DiseaseDr. Smith isAdvanced. Learn about Coronary Heart Disease.
- Familial HypertensionDr. Smith isAdvanced. Learn about Familial Hypertension.
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- Acute Arterial Occlusion of KidneyDr. Smith isExperienced. Learn about Acute Arterial Occlusion of Kidney.
- Acute Coronary SyndromeDr. Smith isExperienced. Learn about Acute Coronary Syndrome.
- Aortic RegurgitationDr. Smith isExperienced. Learn about Aortic Regurgitation.
- Aortic Valve ReplacementDr. Smith isExperienced. Learn about Aortic Valve Replacement.
- Aortic Valve StenosisDr. Smith isExperienced. Learn about Aortic Valve Stenosis.
- ArrhythmiasDr. Smith isExperienced. Learn about Arrhythmias.