Dr. Stephen R. Smith
Overview
I came to Duke for medical school in 1981, remained here for all of my training, and joined the faculty in 1991. I enjoy participating in the care of patients in all phases of kidney disease. I have a special interest in kidney transplantation, and I particularly value the opportunity to see the same patient over time.
Dr. Smith is highly rated in 2 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Chronic Kidney Disease, Acute Kidney Failure, Renovascular Hypertension, and Kidney Transplant.
His clinical research consists of co-authoring 8 peer reviewed articles. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.
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Locations
40 Duke Medicine Cir, Durham, NC 27710
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. Stephen R. Smith
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Stephen R. Smith?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Stephen R. Smith by calling their office at 855-855-6484. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Stephen R. Smith a top-rated expert for End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD)?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Stephen R. Smith is classified as an Distinguished expert for End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), 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. Stephen R. Smith specialize in?
While Dr. Stephen R. Smith is a Nephrology, they have specific expertise in End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Chronic Kidney Disease, and Acute Kidney Failure. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Nephrology.
Does Dr. Stephen R. Smith participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Stephen R. Smith has published 8 articles and abstracts on conditions like End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD). You can view a list of Dr. Stephen R. Smith's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Stephen R. Smith accept my insurance?
Dr. Stephen R. Smith accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Ambetter. We recommend calling the office directly at 855-855-6484 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
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Learn more about MediFind’s expert tiers
- Distinguished
- Chronic Kidney DiseaseDr. Smith isDistinguished. Learn about Chronic Kidney Disease.
- End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD)Dr. Smith isDistinguished. Learn about End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD).
- Experienced
- Acute Kidney FailureDr. Smith isExperienced. Learn about Acute Kidney Failure.
- Acute Tubular NecrosisDr. Smith isExperienced. Learn about Acute Tubular Necrosis.
- Autosomal Dominant HypocalcemiaDr. Smith isExperienced. Learn about Autosomal Dominant Hypocalcemia.
- Congenital Nephrotic SyndromeDr. Smith isExperienced. Learn about Congenital Nephrotic Syndrome.
- Diabetic NephropathyDr. Smith isExperienced. Learn about Diabetic Nephropathy.
- Feingold SyndromeDr. Smith isExperienced. Learn about Feingold Syndrome.