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Austin F. Smith, MD
OrthoArizona
Orthopedics: Orthopaedic Shoulder & Hip Surgeon
Gilbert, AZ
4.9
214 Ratings
114 Comments
Austin F. Smith, MD is a fellowship-trained orthopaedic surgeon specializing in comprehensive orthopaedic care of the shoulder and hip. He performs a wide array of shoulder and hip procedures including arthroscopic and minimally invasive procedures, total joint replacement, and complex and revision surgery. Dr. Smith is trained in muscle sparing anterior hip replacement and is one of a few shoulder surgeons trained in muscle sparing shoulder replacement.
4.9
214 Ratings
114 Comments
Austin F. Smith, MD is a fellowship-trained orthopaedic surgeon specializing in comprehensive orthopaedic care of the shoulder and hip. He performs a wide array of shoulder and hip procedures including arthroscopic and minimally invasive procedures, total joint replacement, and complex and revision surgery. Dr. Smith is trained in muscle sparing anterior hip replacement and is one of a few shoulder surgeons trained in muscle sparing shoulder replacement.
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OrthoArizona – North Gilbert
2940 E. Banner Gateway Dr.
Ste. 200
Gilbert, AZ 85206
Ste. 200
Gilbert, AZ 85206
Austin F. Smith, MD is a fellowship-trained orthopaedic surgeon specializing in comprehensive orthopaedic care of the shoulder and hip. He performs a wide array of shoulder and hip procedures including arthroscopic and minimally invasive procedures, total joint replacement, and complex and revision surgery. Dr. Smith is trained in muscle sparing anterior hip replacement and is one of a few shoulder surgeons trained in muscle sparing shoulder replacement which preserves the rotator cuff muscles during shoulder arthroplasty. He is dedicated to giving you the best outcome by providing the most up-to-date treatment options including non-surgical and ultrasound-guided treatment of the shoulder and hip joints. Dr. Smith believes in putting the patient first by providing compassionate care that is tailored to each patient’s individual needs and goals.
Dr. Austin Smith earned a degree in engineering with Honors and Distinction at the University of Kansas School of Engineering where he was awarded for his research in bone, cartilage and tendon tissue engineering. He obtained his medical degree at the KU School of Medicine in Kansas City, KS where he performed cutting-edge bioengineering research in orthopaedics and established an international collaboration in Argentina. Following medical school, he completed a 5-year orthopaedic surgery residency at the University of Louisville in Kentucky where he received the first-place resident research award 4 years in a row. After residency, Dr. Smith completed additional training at a top fellowship in shoulder surgery with world renown experts at the Florida Orthopaedic Institute. He was awarded first-place for his original research during fellowship. Dr. Smith completed additional fellowship training in shoulder and hip surgery with an international fellowship in France and Switzerland where he learned new and unique treatments from distinguished international experts.
From his exceptional background in engineering and international training, Dr. Austin Smith provides the most advanced and best available treatments. He is actively involved in cutting-edge research to develop groundbreaking technologies and treatments for his patients. He has authored many publications, book chapters, and technique guides. Dr. Smith has earned numerous research awards and has presented at national and international conferences.
Dr. Austin Smith speaks Spanish and is proud to provide care for Spanish-speaking patients and families. He is active in professional and mission work in Latin America.
Dr. Smith grew up in rural Kansas and comes from a small-town, typical Midwest family. He and his wife, Kayla, like spending time with their family and enjoying Kansas City-style BBQ from the smoker. Growing up, Dr. Smith built a house from the ground up each summer with his father and brothers in the family business, leading to an interest in remodeling projects and working on cars. He built a Factory Five Racing sub-four-second kit car and has completed many remodeling projects.
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Very professional and personable. Would and have recommended Dr Smith to others.
Professional, knowledgeable excellent communication. Very compassionate and took his time with me.
Dr Smith is an amazing surgeon and shows real concern for the emotional side of issues. I highly recommend him!
great surgeon, answers silliest of questions, explains well,
He and his staff are very helpful and pleasant
Great guy with an outstanding personality. I am hoping he can fix my damaged shoulder.
Nicest doctor ever!! Exceptionally intelligent! We highly recommend him.
A very special person
Loved his bedside manner. He explained what he was going to do in terms I could understand. I’d only met him once in his office before surgery, but feel like we’ve known each other for years!
Super great doctor!