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Smith, Derek Richard, MD

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 – Board Certified
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 spent time he was not in any hurry. We already have a plan so a plan wasn't necessary. I would recommend him to any of my friends he's that good

5 out of 5 stars

Dr. Smith is very knowledgeable and always has new insights to share. I am very grateful that he saw me earlier than my scheduled appointment time.

5 out of 5 stars

Doctor listened to me very attentive and very complete physical exam, questions about my condition and health complaints very specific, adequate to understand my reason to look for the medical help and explanations of steps to follow for medical care very clear and complete.

5 out of 5 stars

Dr. Smith did an excellent job questioning me to see how I was progressing, addressing my concerns, and setting the path for future continued progress. He was professional, knowledgeable, thoughtful, caring, and spent the appropriate amount of time with me.

5 out of 5 stars

Dr Smith is awesome, made me understand my condition and we are working on a game plan .

5 out of 5 stars

Everything was consistent with other visits to this office....excellent

5 out of 5 stars

Dr Derek Smith is AMazing!!!So caring and take time to explain health status!!!

5 out of 5 stars

Dr Smith is greatListened to my concerns Made suggestions Together we came up with a care plan

5 out of 5 stars

Been going to Dr Smith for many years and travel back and forth from Florida to see him

5 out of 5 stars

Doctor smith was very good at making me relax and answered all my questions, during the second visit I came with a page of questions I had on the medication and my symptoms and doctor smith sat down and answered all my question and made me feel assured and comfortable through this whole process

5 out of 5 stars

Excellent physician. Good sense of humor, erudite and caring.

5 out of 5 stars

I left feeling very confident. They were very helpful and put my mind at ease

5 out of 5 stars

I have already referred someone to him.

5 out of 5 stars

I would definitely recommend Dr. Smith to family and friends

5 out of 5 stars

The doctor doesn't have enough time to actually have a real visit . He needs more time so I could talk with him about my issues

5 out of 5 stars

He is my favorite doctor. I see 12 so that's saying something. He listened intensely to my problems. He is the best

5 out of 5 stars

Dr. Smith is an excellent MD. He takes better care of me than my PCP. Always a please to have an appointment with him.

5 out of 5 stars

I've been truly blessed to have received such quality care with this team of medical professionals.

5 out of 5 stars

Without hesitation I would recommend Dr. Smith and his practice to others.

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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.

Provider Financial Assistance Policy Coverage

Covered by Financial Assistance policy.

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