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Dr. Kris Smith, MD

Neurosurgery
4.0 (23)
Map Pin Small Phoenix, AZ
Accepting new patients
34 years of experience

Offers telehealth

Overview of Dr. Kris Smith, MD

Dr. Kris Smith, MD is a Neurosurgery Specialist in Phoenix, AZ. They specialize in Neurosurgery, has 34 years of experience. They graduated from University Of Nevada School Of Medicine and is affiliated with St. Joseph's Hospital And Medical Center and HonorHealth Scottsdale Osborn Medical Center. Dr. Smith, completed a residency at Barrow Neurological Inst. Patients rated Dr. Smith an average 4.0 star rating.

Dr. Smith works at Practice in Phoenix, AZ. They frequently treat conditions like Normal Pressure Hydrocephalus along with other conditions at varying frequencies. They are accepting new patients and accept Aetna, Anthem and Blue Cross Blue Shield 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. Smith's Office Locations

  1. 1
    Barrow Neurosurgical Associates Ltd.
    2910 N 3rd Ave, Phoenix, AZ 85013 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (602) 406-3181
  2. 2
    Barrow Brain and Spine
    2910 N 3rd Ave # 200, Phoenix, AZ 85013 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (602) 406-7750
  3. 3
    Office
    2910 N 3rd Ave Ste 200, Phoenix, AZ 85013 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (602) 351-6820
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    St. Joseph's Hospital and Medical Center
    350 W Thomas Rd, Phoenix, AZ 85013 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (602) 406-3181

Hospital Affiliations
Admitting Hospitals

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  • St. Joseph's Hospital And Medical Center
  • HonorHealth Scottsdale Osborn Medical Center

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Brain Surgery
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Cerebrospinal Fluid (CSF) Shunt - Insertion, Repair or Removal
Brain Surgery
Normal Pressure Hydrocephalus
Cerebrospinal Fluid (CSF) Shunt - Insertion, Repair or Removal

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    Based on 23 ratings
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    About Dr. Kris Smith, MD

    Specialties
    • Neurosurgery
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    Years of Experience
    • 34 years of experience
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    Languages Spoken
    • English
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    NPI Number
    • 1821085473
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    Education & Certifications

    Residency
    • Barrow Neurological Inst
    Residency
    Internship
    • Indian Hlth Srvc/Vet Adm Med Ctr
    Internship
    Medical Education
    • University Of Nevada School Of Medicine
    Medical Education

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    Dr. Kris Smith, MD is accepting new patients on Healthline FindCare. You can check to see if Dr. Smith is offering online scheduling or call the provider’s office for more information.

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

    Dr. Smith has seen patients for Normal Pressure Hydrocephalus, and more. You can see other conditions treated by Dr. Smith on their profile. Please call the provider’s office to confirm all visit reasons.

    23 patients have reviewed Dr. Smith. The overall rating for this provider is 4.0. You can read verified reviews and ratings and leave your own review based on your experience with Dr. Smith.

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