Karen Dorothy Louise Smith, MD

Rheumatology

Languages Spoken:

English

Gender:

Female

4.9
Based on 315 ratings
Karen Dorothy Louise Smith, MD

About Karen Dorothy Louise Smith, MD

Karen Smith, M.D., is a board-certified rheumatology physician caring for patients with autoimmune and musculoskeletal diseases such as rheumatoid arthritis, osteoarthritis, gout and lupus. Dr. Smith uses both conventional and lifestyle medicine and enjoys working with patients to achieve their health goals.  

Dr. Smith earned her medical degree from Georgetown University in Washington, D.C. She completed her internal medicine residency at the Medical College of Pennsylvania and a rheumatology fellowship at Thomas Jefferson University Hospital in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.  

Keeping an open mind and supporting patients through their health challenges is important to Dr. Smith. She aims to get patients back to their favorite activities using the most up-to-date immunologic medicines and lifestyle changes like diet and exercise. She believes we have many ways to regain health and values her patients’ opinions and preferences.  

Dr. Smith enjoys the climate and history of the area. As an avid walker, she spends her free time exploring Virginia’s historical sites and beautiful landscapes with her family. One of her favorite spots is Colonial Williamsburg, a destination she has visited since 2nd grade.  

Education

Medical: Georgetown University School of Medicine

Board Certifications

American Board of Internal Medicine

Locations

Riverside Rheumatology Specialists Hampton

850 Enterprise Parkway, 2000, Hampton, VA 23666

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Ratings & Reviews

Riverside Health is committed to exceptional quality, safety and service. All ratings and comments are obtained from patient survey data collected and verified by Press Ganey, an independent organization focused on improving patient experience. Star ratings are displayed for those physicians who participate in Riverside’s patient experience survey program through Press Ganey and have received a minimum of 30 surveys responses.

Overall Satisfaction
4.9
Based on 315 ratings
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March 28, 2025
My experience is that I've been very lucky to have good doctors at Riverside the whole time that I have lived in the [...] area.
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March 22, 2025
Hands down the best provider.
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March 21, 2025
Dr Smith is very concerned about my treatment, and medication
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March 19, 2025
My appointment from beginning to end was smooth. Thank you for such great service.
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March 14, 2025
Everything is always good! Dr Smith is efficient, knowledgeable and very caring. I always feel like I've had a cleansing when I leave!
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March 13, 2025
I'm VERY satisfied AND impressed by the services I've received. Dr and nurses, as well as front desk personnel are very professional, courteous, and, knowledgeable. Try are also very personable! Super pleased and impressed with the entire team!
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March 07, 2025
I am very pleased with the care provided
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March 07, 2025
I felt confident about my treatment going forward.
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March 04, 2025
Provider was in a rush. [...] She was not as professional as she has been in the past
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February 27, 2025
Rheumatologist Karen Smith is one of my very favorite doctors. I appreciate her professionalism and her real concern for me. Please keep her.
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February 26, 2025
Dr. Smith is always attentive and easy to talk with.
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February 18, 2025
Dr. Smith was a breath of fresh air. I did not feel dismissed or minimized. She was knowledgeable, informative, honest and caring. I look forward to becoming one of her patient family.
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February 09, 2025
Dr. Smith always takes time to check me, update me, answers my questions, and writes a summary that day.
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February 06, 2025
I have no complaints about any service I have every received from my provider.
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February 06, 2025
[...] I think Dr. Smith is one of the best doctors I have seen. Dr. Smith also put a referral in for me, and it was done quickly! I received it already, and that is unusual.
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February 04, 2025
Very professional
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February 03, 2025
Absolutely! She is the 1st person to in my whole life to know just what my issues were/are, and set up a plan for the other Dr.'s to follow through. [...]
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January 31, 2025
Dr Karen Smith is extremely attentive
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January 31, 2025
I am referring to Dr Karen Smith here and I only wish the scoring went up to a 10 because she was a 10 in every category. Even though I live an hour and a half away, there's no way I will leave Dr Smith. She is well worth the drive
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January 25, 2025
Dr. Smith is one of the best providers I have had. She listens,answers questions,shows you xrays,and explains in language you understand. Shes caring,aways,smiling,and is a wonderful person. Highly recommend her to anyone that suffers with osteoarthritis pain.
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