Gabriel Smith, MD
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Specialty: Neurological Surgery, Neurological Surgery-Spine
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Primary Location: 960 Clague Rd (15 mi.)
Other Locations - Languages Spoken: English
Office Locations
UH Cleveland Westlake Health Center Neurosurgery (15 mi.)
960 Clague Rd
Bldg A Ste 1200
Westlake, OH 44145
440-250-5303
UH Cleveland Medical Center Bolwell (0 mi.)
11100 Euclid Ave
Bolwell 5th Floor
Cleveland, OH 44106
216-844-3192
University Hospitals (15 mi.)
7255 Old Oak Blvd
Ste C305
Middleburg Heights, OH 44130
440-816-2860
UH St John Health Campus (18 mi.)
29101 Health Campus Dr
Bldg 2 Ste 475
Westlake, OH 44145
440-827-5088
Biography: Gabriel Smith, MD
Expertise
Titles
- Director, Spine Institute, University Hospitals
- Division Chief, Neurological Surgery, UH St John Medical Center
- Associate Professor of Neurological Surgery, CWRU School of Medicine
- Mark P. Schumann and Christina M. Schumann Chair in Spinal Surgery, University Hospitals
Certifications & Memberships
- Neurological Surgery - American Board of Neurological Surgery
Education
Residency | Neurological Surgery-Chief Resident
Neurological Surgery-Chief Resident - Uh Cleveland Medical Center (2017 - 2018)
Fellowship | Complex Spine Surgery
Complex Spine Surgery - Cleveland Clinic (2016 - 2017)
Residency | Neurological Surgery
Neurological Surgery - Uh Cleveland Medical Center (2011 - 2016)
Medical Education
Temple University School Of Medicine (2011)
Undergraduate
University Of Oregon (2007)
About
View Dr. Smith’s Health TalksGabriel Smith, MD is a fellowship trained, board certified neurosurgeon at University Hospitals and an Associate Professor of Neurological Surgery at Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine. He is the Co-Director of the Spine Institute for the University Hospitals and the Mark P. Schumann and Christina M. Schumann Endowed Chair in Spinal Neurosurgery. He is also the Complex Spine Surgery Fellowship Director within the Department of Neurological Surgery at University Hospitals.
An expert in the care of adult spinal disorders, Dr. Smith’s special clinical interests include decompression of the spinal cord and nerves and spinal reconstruction surgeries. He also works for the National Football League as an unaffiliated neurotrauma consultant, leading efforts to diagnose and manage concussions.
As the current medical director of the University Hospitals Spine Institute, Dr. Smith sees patients of all ages with neurosurgical disorders and performs a high volume of neck and back surgeries, including revision and complex spinal surgical approaches. In his role as director, he leads a collaborative multidisciplinary team that strives to provide high quality spine medical and surgical care for patients undergoing spinal operations throughout the University Hospitals health system. Dr. Smith also has a passion for enhancing the overall surgical experience for each patient.
After earning his undergraduate degree at the University of Oregon, graduating with honors with a major in neurobiology, Dr. Smith then attended medical school at the Temple University School of Medicine where he was elected to the Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Society. Dr. Smith completed residency training in neurological surgery at UH Cleveland Medical Center, serving as Chief Resident in his final year. He then went on to complete advanced fellowship training in complex spine surgery at the Cleveland Clinic.
Dr. Smith has published over 50 scientific papers and book chapters on topics such as spinal reconstruction procedures, patient satisfaction, and improving the quality of care in spinal surgery. His medical team includes, Ryan Milks, PA-C, who provides exceptional care to patients in need of both medical and surgical evaluations. Ryan is a graduate of Toledo University and has a prolific background in spinal biomechanics and engineering.
In his free time, Dr. Smith enjoys spending time with his family and his wife, who is also a practicing physician in Cleveland, Ohio.
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Patient Experience Reviews
Great
I was very happy with the care that I received from the doctor and his staff, but it is frustrating and nerve-racking to wait almost 45 minutes for an appointment to begin the office. Ask you to be there 15 minutes early, which I was, and it was Past 40 minutes later when they finally called me
Dr. Smith is a caring person. He explains things well and offers advice. He told me to call him whenever I need him.
Very helpful, just a good experience.
Staff and Dr. Are very courteous and knowledgeable. My only complaint is that every time I called due to problems with my back even after surgery it took another 8 to 12 weeks to see him .
I just wanted to say out of the 4 drs I've seen in the last few months, he was definitely the best. Only one I recommend. He actually explained things to me in a way I understood. Dr s don't act like they care anymore, or even talk to you about medical concerns you went there for. He was great, very happy with him
Very good experience.
I strongly feel that Dr. Gabriel Smith is the best doctor for back pain and his skill for operations exceed any other doctor.
Dr. Smith is a caring doctor who talks to his patients as if they were real people.
They all were very nice people and they were all friendly
Dr Smith and all his staff was professional ,kind and very competent . ***
Excellent
I felt I was working with a resident and doctor in a different league of care providers than others I met with previously and elsewhere. I was in awe of resident *** keen eye to diagnose a problem within minutes as he reviewed a recent *** that my local radiologist missed (a different healthcare system). And I felt valued by Dr. Smith's swift action to immediately arrange a referral to a vascular neurosurgeon in his department. I have renewed hope for my future because of these two incredible people I view as my saviors.
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Dr Smith and resident *** and the staff did an excellent job.!!
Dr Smith was great. He apologized that he was running behind on that day. He knew my history, listened to my concerns and answered all my questions. I am very comfortable in his care and would highly recommend him to others.
Dr. Gabriel Smith is truly a hero. He has operated on my spine two times, and with both I had excellent results. He is also a personable and caring person. I travel from *** for Dr. Smith's incredible surgery ability, and recommend him to anyone that has back problems!
Saved my life. Simple as that.
Dr. Smith was very informative and put me at ease for the surgery that I need. He explained everything in detail. I am grateful to have him doing my surgery.
Industry Relationships
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As of December 31, 2016, Gabriel Smith did not disclose any Outside Relationships with Industry.