Dr. Phillip Smith attended Louisiana State University in Baton Rouge where he received his Bachelor of Science in Biological Sciences and graduated with honors. His doctorate in medicine was obtained at Louisiana State University School of Medicine in Shreveport. He completed his internship and residency at the University of Alabama at Birmingham, where he also completed his fellowships in cardiology and advanced interventional cardiology in structural heart disease.
Dr. Phillip Smith attended Louisiana State University in Baton Rouge where he received his Bachelor of Science in Biological Sciences and graduated with honors. His doctorate in medicine was obtained at Louisiana State University School of Medicine in Shreveport. He completed his internship and residency at the University of Alabama at Birmingham, where he also completed his fellowships in cardiology and advanced interventional cardiology in structural heart disease.
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Knows his stuff....not only surviving but thriving..
(3 days ago)
Jul-2026
Very good doctor and he tries to help patient understand everything
(3 days ago)
Jul-2026
All my buddies tell me they like old Doc Jones, he’s been around and seen it all. Not me I want young and knowledgeable. Doctor Smith does just fine for me.
(3 days ago)
Jul-2026
He’s excellent all around. I am always impressed with how attentive Dr. Smith is towards me. He listens well, takes notes, and is not rushed. He’s a very kind person.
(2 weeks ago)
Jul-2026
Love this guy. He explains things very well & makes you feel hopeful even if you have serious issues. He doesn’t sugar coat things but as I said makes you more comfortable.
(2 weeks ago)
Jul-2026
Very courteous, professional, and knowledgeable! He answered all my questions and encouraged me to keep up the good work I’m doing on my heart health.
(2 weeks ago)
Jul-2026
Really like Dr. Smith. He's so kind and caring. Very easy to talk to and listens to any concerns. Thank you Dr. Smith
(2 weeks ago)
Jul-2026
Compassionate, kind and understanding. He takes his time when he talks to me and helps me to understand my condition.
(2 weeks ago)
Jul-2026
I think he is a very good and caring Dr. to his clients. Today he's a 5 stars.
Dr. Phillip Smith is an interventional cardiologist based in Baton Rouge, LA, with extensive experience in advanced structural cardiology and advanced cardiac imaging. He has established himself as a leading expert in the field, with a focus on providing the highest level of care to his patients.
Dr. Smith attended Louisiana State University in Baton Rouge where he received his Bachelor of Science in Biological Sciences and graduated with honors. His doctorate in medicine was obtained at Louisiana State University School of Medicine in Shreveport. He completed his internship and residency at the University of Alabama at Birmingham, where he also completed his fellowships in cardiology and advanced interventional cardiology in structural heart disease.
In addition to his expertise in interventional cardiology, Dr. Smith is also highly skilled in advanced cardiac imaging, including transesophageal echocardiography, cardiac CT, and nuclear imaging. This specialized knowledge enables him to provide his patients with accurate and detailed diagnoses, as well as innovative treatment options that may not be available elsewhere. He is committed to staying up-to-date with emerging technologies and cutting-edge clinical trials, which enables him to provide his patients with the most innovative and effective treatments available.
Dr. Smith is board certified in internal medicine, cardiovascular disease, interventional cardiology, and echocardiography. He is a part of the CIS Structural Heart Program in Baton Rouge, working closely with cardiovascular surgeons as part of the comprehensive heart team. Dr. Smith performs minimally invasive diagnostic and therapeutic procedures including heart catheterization, percutaneous coronary intervention, coronary stent implantation, transcatheter aortic valve replacement (TAVR), transcatheter mitral valve replacement (TMVR), the MitraClip procedure, patent foramen ovale (PFO) closure, atrial septal defect (ASD) closure, paravalvular leak (PVL) closure, percutaneous therapies for left atrial appendage closure (Watchman, Amulet), and transcatheter therapies for comprehensive management of veno-occlusive disease including pulmonary embolism.
Dr. Smith is a member of the American College of Cardiology and the American College of Physicians.
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Knows his stuff....not only surviving but thriving..
Very good doctor and he tries to help patient understand everything
All my buddies tell me they like old Doc Jones, he’s been around and seen it all. Not me I want young and knowledgeable. Doctor Smith does just fine for me.
He’s excellent all around. I am always impressed with how attentive Dr. Smith is towards me. He listens well, takes notes, and is not rushed. He’s a very kind person.
Love this guy. He explains things very well & makes you feel hopeful even if you have serious issues. He doesn’t sugar coat things but as I said makes you more comfortable.
Very courteous, professional, and knowledgeable! He answered all my questions and encouraged me to keep up the good work I’m doing on my heart health.
Really like Dr. Smith. He's so kind and caring. Very easy to talk to and listens to any concerns. Thank you Dr. Smith
Compassionate, kind and understanding. He takes his time when he talks to me and helps me to understand my condition.
I think he is a very good and caring Dr. to his clients. Today he's a 5 stars.
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