Dr. Donald Ray Smith M.D.
Neurosurgeon
1501 Kings Hwy Department Of Neuros Shreveport LA, 71103About
Dr. Donald Smith practices Neurological Surgery in Shreveport, LA. As a Neurological Surgeon, Dr. Smith prevents, diagnoses, evaluates, and treats disorders of the autonomic, peripheral, and central nervous systems. Neurological Surgeons are trained to treat such disorders as spinal canal stenosis, herniated discs, tumors, fractures, and spinal deformities, among many others.
Education and Training
La State Univ Sch of Med In New Orleans, New Orleans La 1963
Board Certification
Neurological SurgeryAmerican Board of Neurological SurgeryABNS
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