Robert Edmond Smith M.D.
Radiologist | Diagnostic Radiology
15837 Paul Vega Md Dr Suite 200 Hammond LA, 70403Rating
5/5
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Dr. Robert Smith is a radiologist practicing in Hammond, LA. Dr. Smith specializes in diagnosing and treating injuries and diseases using medical imaging techniques such as X-Rays, magnetic resonance imaging and computed tomography exams. These techniques offer accurate visibility to the inside of the patients body and help to detect otherwise hidden illnesses so that they can be treated quickly and efficiently.
Education and Training
La State Univ Sch of Med In New Orleans, New Orleans La 1969
University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center Southwestern Medical School 1982
Board Certification
RadiologyAmerican Board of RadiologyABR
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