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Dr. Claudine A. Smith, MD

Family Practitioner

3/5(9)
Mmg - Castle Hill 2175 Westchester Ave Bronx NY, 10462
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About

Dr. Claudine Smith is a family practitioner practicing in Bronx, NY. Dr. Smith specializes in comprehensive health care for people of all ages. In addition to diagnosing and treating illnesses, family practitioners also put focus on preventative care with routine checkups, tests and personalized coaching on how to maintain a healthy lifestyle. Dr. Smith possesses immense general knowledge on maintaining health and today, family practitioners provide more care for the underserved and rural populations than any other medical specialty.

Education and Training

Ross University / School of Medicine & Veterinary Medicine 1991

Board Certification

American Board of Family Medicine (ABFM).

Family MedicineAmerican Board of Family MedicineABFM

Provider Details

Female English, Spanish
Dr. Claudine A. Smith, MD
Dr. Claudine A. Smith, MD's Expert Contributions
  • Can medications fix obesity?

    The short answer is no. However medication has a side effect that makes you lose weight. That is not a fix at all because once you stop it comes back. The way to fix obesity is 1. Monitor portion size. Keep lessening the amount on your plate 2. Quality of food is import. Eat mainly whole food plant based food 3. Intermittent fasting. Going 12-14 hours of not eating. Drinking water if needed during that time. That is best done in the evenings overnight to morning 4 Be deliberate about moving or exercise READ MORE

  • What to avoid when trying to get pregnant?

    First off 1. Avoid alcohol ingestion 2. Limit seafood 3. Also make sure you get enough rest/ sleep 4. Also get exercise daily...walking prefered 5 positive mind thinking READ MORE

  • What is the strongest antibiotic for kidney infection?

    The antibiotic that is used is determined by the bacteria the urine culture identified. If the decision to treat is before a culture comes back the the bacteria suspected based on male/female, pregnant nonpregnant, old/ young , will determine which antibiotic is used READ MORE

  • What can I give my daughter for allergies?

    Allergies is an indication that there is lots of mucous. Mucous indicates inflammation and this sets us up for all sort of medical issues. You can use over the counter medds like Allegra, zyrtec etc for quick relief however to clear up and eliminate try an apple (1/2 or a whole one if she can. And also lots of greens (salads and vegetables) Also to avoid mucous producing foods like dairy, processed snack foods and meats This is not a medicine answer but a lifestyle response. READ MORE

  • Is second-trimester screening necessary?

    Second trimester screening is necessary for a check for good baby outcome. So the more we can know before the arrival the better we can prepare Any screening I believe is good Notice I say screening. The invasive test all for confirmation and so those are a bit different in my eyes READ MORE

  • How do you clear allergies in children?

    Clearing allergies in anyone is really to clear mucous production in the body. This takes multiple approaches to achieve that outcome. First is to decrease processed foods and meats. Eating more greens , salads. Water the drink of choice. No sodas or juice. No snacks , cookies, candied The other big one is an apple a day. Any apple but consistently daily. If you can't do 1 full apple then a half will be good. But the daily eat of apple is healing. All this will lead to more bowel movements and elination of mucous and improvement or even elimination of allergies READ MORE

  • How much meat should a 1 year old eat?

    How much is a 1 year old eating? They are eating some solids but still on formula . So I my recommendation would be an appropriate serving of meat with dinner. Other than that snacks of meat here and there READ MORE

  • How long does it take an ear infection to go away?

    Are you on antibiotics? If so you should start feeling some relief in 24 hours and about 5-7 to clear. If not on antibiotics it can take several days to go away READ MORE

  • Quick healing?

    You have a very quick clotting time. That should happen. The band aid is more for a barrier incase microscopic infection get into the fine hole and less about helping to clot READ MORE

  • Can you bleed every month while pregnant?

    Yes you can bleed every month while you are pregnant READ MORE

Treatments

  • Diabetes
  • Pregnancy
  • Type 2 Diabetes
  • Pain
  • Tonsillitis
  • Rash
  • Vascular Disease
  • Strep Throat

Dr. Claudine A. Smith, MD's Practice location

Practice At Mmg - Castle Hill 2175 Westchester Avenue

Mmg - Castle Hill 2175 Westchester Ave -
Bronx, NY 10462
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New patients: 718-829-6770

Montefiore Medical Group Castle Hill Family Practice & Burke Rehabilitation Hospital

3000 Marcus Ave Ste 2w15 -
New Hyde Park, NY 11042
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New patients: 718-829-6770, 855-201-4988

Dr. Claudine A. Smith, MD's reviews

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Patient Experience with Dr. Smith


3.0

Based on 9 reviews

Dr. Claudine A. Smith, MD has a rating of 3 out of 5 stars based on the reviews from 9 patients. FindaTopDoc has aggregated the experiences from real patients to help give you more insights and information on how to choose the best Family Practitioner 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.

Media Releases

Get to know Family Physician Dr. Claudine A. Smith, who serves patients in The Bronx and White Plains, New York.

Dr. Smith is a dedicated family physician who is licensed to practice medicine in New York. She is affiliated with Montefiore Medical Group Castle Hill Family Practice & Burke Rehabilitation Hospital.

Montefiore Medical Group (MMG) has been providing exceptional healthcare services to families since 1947. Both the primary care doctors and world-renowned specialists treat the unique needs of children and adults at more than 20 convenient locations throughout the Bronx and Westchester County. Castle Hill Family Practice in The Bronx, New York offers a collaborative asthma and diabetes program to help patients learn to manage their conditions, and on-site HIV testing and counseling.

Burke Rehabilitation Hospital is a non-profit, 150-bed acute rehabilitation hospital located in White Plains, New York. It is the only hospital in Westchester County entirely dedicated to rehabilitation medicine. Its mission is “To provide the highest quality medical care and rehabilitation services to ensure that each patient achieves the maximum functional recovery from illness, injury or disability.”

Back in 1991, Dr. Smith graduated with her medical degree from the Ross University School of Medicine. She then went on to perform her residency in family medicine at Erie County Medical Center in Buffalo, New York.

With over three decades of experience in her field, she is board-certified in family medicine by the American Board of Family Medicine (ABFM). The ABFM is a non-profit, independent medical association of American physicians who practice in family medicine and its sub-specialties.

Family medicine is a medical specialty devoted to comprehensive health care for people of all ages. The specialist is called a family physician or family doctor. A family physician is often the first person a patient sees when seeking healthcare services. They examine and treat patients with a wide range of conditions and refer those with serious ailments to a specialist or appropriate facility. 

On a more personal note, Dr. Smith speaks both English and Spanish.

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