Dr. Katherine Hester Smith MD, Physiatrist (Physical Medicine)
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Dr. Katherine Hester Smith MD

Neurologist | Behavioral Neurology & Neuropsychiatry

5/5(16)
1514 Jefferson Hwy New Orleans LA, 70121
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5/5

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Dr. Katherine Smith is a distinguished Neurologist in New Orleans, LA. Dr. Smith specializes in diagnosing, treating, and managing disorders of the brain and nervous system. With expertise in handling complex conditions like epilepsy, multiple sclerosis, and migraines, Dr. Smith employs advanced techniques and personalized treatment plans to improve patient outcomes. As a neurologist, Dr. Smith is committed to staying abreast of the latest developments in neurological research and therapies.

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FemaleEnglish 19 years of experience

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Practice At 1514 Jefferson Hwy

1514 Jefferson Hwy -
New Orleans, LA 70121
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NEW ORLEANS, LA 70112
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Dr. Katherine Hester Smith MD has a rating of 5 out of 5 stars based on the reviews from 16 patients. FindaTopDoc has aggregated the experiences from real patients to help give you more insights and information on how to choose the best Neurologist in your area. These reviews do not reflect a providers level of clinical care, but are a compilation of quality indicators such as bedside manner, wait time, staff friendliness, ease of appointment, and knowledge of conditions and treatments.

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