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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

Fellowship
Brigham and Women's Hospital ‐ Multiple Sclerosis

Internship
Columbia Presbyterian Medical Center ‐ Internal Medicine

Medical School
U.T. Southwestern Medical School

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

Reviews

Verified Patient Reviews

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.

5 out of 5 stars

The doctor was very informative and took the time to listen

5 out of 5 stars

Dr Smith always listens to my concerns!

5 out of 5 stars

Excellent care from Dr Smith

4 out of 5 stars

I very much appreciated the expertise and insights this provider brought to my problem and the suggestions offered concerning how it may have arisen and how to address It. Just explaining things, something some providers seem too busy to do, sometmes helps patients ever so much. And it helps also to learn of possible new approaches to It. Gives one a new outlook.

5 out of 5 stars

Dr. Smith is the best. I have recommended him to family and friends


Other Reviews from Around the Web

5 out of 5 stars

I've been seeing Dr.Smith for my M.S. for over a decade and wouldn't want to go to anyone else

5 out of 5 stars

Had all of my questions answered.

5 out of 5 stars

I have been a long time patient of this group. Dr. Smith is very knowledgeable in his field and I trust him completely and I would highly recommend him to family and friends.

5 out of 5 stars

Was really professional nice kind and understanding

5 out of 5 stars

I love the neurologist I've been working with for years. Wouldn't go anywhere else.

5 out of 5 stars

Dr.Smith is charming personality and very attentive. He took the time to answer my questions and get me help. They are very helpful and nice here.

5 out of 5 stars

Dr.Smith took the time to listen to me and answer all my questions. The team and office were very nice. When I ask for something they do there best to accommodate.

5 out of 5 stars

Very friendly professional and quick

5 out of 5 stars

All the staff in the office are exceptional. Dr Smith is very knowledgeable and pleasant to interact with. Has always been very professional. He also takes the time to hear my concerns

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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