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Dr. Edward Smolar, MD

Geriatric Medicine*
2.9 (19)
Map Pin Small Fort Lauderdale, FL
Accepting new patients
56 years of experience

Offers telehealth

Overview of Dr. Edward Smolar, MD

Dr. Edward Smolar, MD is a Geriatric Medicine Specialist in Fort Lauderdale, FL. They specialize in Geriatric Medicine, has 56 years of experience, and is board certified in Diabetes, Metabolism & Endocrinology. They graduated from Albert Einstein College of Medicine and is affiliated with Holy Cross Hospital. Patients rated Dr. Smolar an average 2.9 star rating.

Dr. Smolar works at Practice in Fort Lauderdale, FL with other offices in Oakland Park, FL. They are accepting new patients and accept Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield and Blue Cross Blue Shield of Florida as well as other major insurance plans. Please call ahead to schedule an appointment and to confirm all accepted insurance plans.

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Dr. Smolar's Office Locations

  1. 1
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    3075 E Commercial Blvd, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33308 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (954) 491-6200
  2. 2
    Nassberg Diabetes Associates
    5333 N Dixie Hwy Ste 205, Oakland Park, FL 33334 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (954) 491-1000
    Monday
    07:30 - 13:00
    Tuesday
    08:30 - 16:00
    Wednesday
    07:30 - 16:00
    Thursday
    08:30 - 16:00
    Friday
    08:30 - 13:00
    Saturday
    Closed
    Sunday
    Closed

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  • Holy Cross Hospital

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    2.9
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    Specialties*
    • Geriatric Medicine

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    Years of Experience
    • 56 years of experience
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    Languages Spoken
    • English
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    • 1538301437
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    Education & Certifications

    Medical Education
    • Albert Einstein College of Medicine
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    Board Certifications
    • Diabetes, Metabolism & Endocrinology, Geriatric Medicine and Internal Medicine
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    Dr. Edward Smolar, MD is accepting new patients on Healthline FindCare. You can check to see if Dr. Smolar is offering online scheduling or call the provider’s office for more information.

    Dr. Smolar has indicated that they do offer telehealth services. Please call the provider’s office at for more information.

    19 patients have reviewed Dr. Smolar. The overall rating for this provider is 2.9. You can read verified reviews and ratings and leave your own review based on your experience with Dr. Smolar.

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