Phillip Smith, MD

Practice: Cardiovascular Institute of the South (CIS)

Specialty: Cardiology

Office locations: Baton Rouge, Zachary

Most recent review: 3 days ago New

864 Ratings

351 Comments

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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I was very impressed with this Dr. I didn’t feel like I was on an assembly line, and he immediately lined up tests.

(3 days ago) Oct-2026

The best, most considerate and knowledgeable doctor I’ve ever dealt with. Very helpful and approachable. I consider myself blessed to have been helped by him and his talent.

(1 week ago) Oct-2026

Great Doctor

(1 week ago) Oct-2026

Dr Smith was unable to Dx my condition but I feel comfortable that it’s no heart related.

(1 week ago) Oct-2026

Listens, addresses concerns well.

(1 week ago) Oct-2026

Great Doctor

(1 week ago) Oct-2026

Such a caring doctor. Always listens to you.

(1 week ago) Oct-2026

Dr Smith was great! Actually heard what I said. Seems knowledgeable about both cardiovascular health and people

(2 weeks ago) Oct-2026

Dr.Phillip is the best cardiologist this side of heaven Appreciate his patience with me.He's very knowledgeable, kind, encouraging, and always has nice smile all the time. He doesn't change. God Bless 🙌 You!!!

(2 weeks ago) Oct-2026

Very good dictor

(2 weeks ago) Sep-2026

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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