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Smith, Derek Richard, MD

Gender

Male

Language

English

Providing the best care to our patients and their companions requires communicating in a way everyone understands. Interpreter services are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year. All spoken languages are available, as well as American Sign Language (AS/L).

Specialties
Accepting New Patients
  • Neurology
Areas of Expertise
Multiple Sclerosis, Neuroimmunology

Hospitals and Organizations

  • Hartford HealthCare Medical Group
  • Integrated Care Partners

Education

Medical School
U.T. Southwestern Medical School

Internship
Columbia Presbyterian Medical Center ‐ Internal Medicine

Residency
The New York Hospital, Cornell ‐ Nuerology and Neuro Science

Fellowship
Brigham and Women's Hospital ‐ Multiple Sclerosis

Reviews

Verified Patient Reviews

5 out of 5 stars

Dr Smith is consistently informative, kind, compassionate and trustworthy. I have highly recommended him to others.

5 out of 5 stars

Dr Smith is great. He listens. He answers my questions. He helps me.

5 out of 5 stars

I believe Dr Smith really cares and has my best interest at heart.

5 out of 5 stars

Dr Smith is a very good neurologist. Very down to earth and cares

5 out of 5 stars

Dr. Smith is great. I'm glad he's my Dr. He understands my concerns and works with me in dealing with my medication.

5 out of 5 stars

Dr Smith is very knowledgeable about my condition

5 out of 5 stars

Doctor was very attentive to my concerns

5 out of 5 stars

Dr. Smith is always so great to work with. He listens and more important, HEARS what I am saying!!!

5 out of 5 stars

Excellent discussion with Dr Smith including the plans for the future treatment.

5 out of 5 stars

Listen to my issues, helpful answers, and recommendations.

Other Reviews from Around the Web

5 out of 5 stars

Dr. Smith is an outstanding physician, seamlessly blending professionalism with a down-to-earth demeanor. His approachable nature makes patients feel comfortable, while his extensive knowledge and expertise inspire confidence in his care.

5 out of 5 stars

My appointment with Dr. Derek Smith was one of the best appointments I've ever had with a doctor. He was respectful, he listened, he got right to the point, and he gave me sound advice. Everything was done in a timely manner and I recommend Dr. Smith highly. I'm grateful for the services he provides.

5 out of 5 stars

Dr Smith and his staff are Amazing. I've been a long time patient of his. He is very knowledgeable about my condition and explains everything in a way that you can understand. You are not rushed out the door and if you message their office about any concerns, they respond back within minutes. If I could add more stars for Dr Smith I most definitely would. I highly recommend Dr Smith.

5 out of 5 stars

Excellent Dr and he has taken very good care of me.

5 out of 5 stars

Dr Smith is a great doctor. He has always taken good care of me and answers all my questions. I have learned a lot from him regarding my MS. He has taken the time to coordinate with my other physicians to ensure the medications I take align and aren’t contraindications.

5 out of 5 stars

I have NO idea what the bad reviews are talking about. I had a consult with Dr. Smith today for migraines and he was one of the nicest doctors I’ve ever been to. He took the time to listen to me, answered questions, was very kind, and was able to offer solutions I hadn’t tried yet. 10 out of 10 this is the type of experience I always hope for when seeing a new docgor. Highly recommend.

5 out of 5 stars

First visit, Very easy to talk to and gives great feedback

5 out of 5 stars

Great listening Dr. Great Office. Got help ,just what I needed an he's my Dr. For future appointments.

5 out of 5 stars

I see Dr Smith for MS! He is very knowledgeable and approachable! He listens to your concerns and gives guidance on what can be done! Might not be what I want to hear but he puts everything in perspective! I've had MS for 26 years and 3 years ago my original neurologist left! It was tough on me but Dr Smith did win me over! Highly recommend for his knowledge and compassion!

Bio

Derek is board certified in adult neurology by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology. He earned his medical degree from the University of Texas Southwestern Medical School and completed residency in neurology and neuroscience at New York Hospital through Cornell University. He also completed a fellowship in multiple sclerosis study at Brigham and Women’s Hospital. He is a member of the American Academy of Neurology and the American Association for the Advancement of Science. He is also an assistant professor at Harvard Medical School.

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Insurance

Aetna, Anthem, Cigna Healthcare, Colonial Cooperative Care, Community Health Network of Connecticut, Inc., Connecticare, First Health Group Corp., Health New England, Multiplan, Northeast Health Direct, Oxford Health Plans, United Healthcare, BCBS Medicare, Connecticare Commercial, Connecticare Medicare, Corvel, Coventry, Essence Healthcare, Evercare, Focus, Health Connecticut, Health Direct, Healthy Connecticut, Prime Health Services, Private Health Care Systems, Inc., Senior Whole Health, WellCare of Connecticut, Inc., One Health Plan/ Great-West Healthcare, CarePartners of Connecticut

This information is subject to change at any time. Please check with your insurance provider before scheduling your appointment or receiving services to confirm they are a participating member of the Hartford HealthCare network.

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