Karen R. Smith, MD

Internal Medicine
105 Patriot Avenue Suite 202
Lafayette, LA 70508 Get Directions
337.504.7979
Karen R. Smith, MD
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Annual Membership Fee

450.00 every 3 months
900.00 every 6 months
1,800.00 each year

My Philosophy and Approach to Wellness...

I believe a key component to happiness is good health. The best way to achieve better health is to have a doctor who knows you and cares about you and your health goals. 

My approach is to get to know you personally. I will sit with you, listen to you, assess your health, educate you and together we will formulate a plan specific to you work towards the best healthcare experience possible. 

I am a board certified internal medicine doctor with specific interest in early illness detection, preventive medicine, geriatric medicine, diabetes, hypertension, high cholesterol, heart disease and COPD. I limit the number of patients in my practice to ensure we have the time needed for your individualized care. Similar to conveniences often associated with concierge medicine practices, I also offer same- or next-day appointments that start on time. I admit my patients to Lafayette General Hospital and work with specialists as needed to give my patients full comprehensive care.
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Dr. Smith's Credentials

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Residency:
University of California, San Francisco School of Medicine
San Francisco, CA
Internal Medicine 1997-1999

Medical School:
University of California, San Francisco School of Medicine
San Francisco, CA
Doctorate of Medicine 1996

Postgraduate:
University of California
Berkeley, CA
Masters of Science, Health and Medical Sciences 1994

Undergraduate:
University of North Carolina
Chapel Hill, NC
Bachelor of Science, Zoology 1986

American Board of Internal Medicine
Lafayette General Medical Center
Our Lady of Lourdes Regional Medical Center
Louisiana Extended Care Hospital
Castle Connolly Exceptional Women in Medicine, 2020-2024
Top Doctor, Castle Connolly 2015-2024
Louisiana Physician EQ Health Capstone Quality Award 2010, 2011
Top 10 Internists in Lafayette, Rate MDs list 2012-present
H.P.V. Wilson Award, University of North Carolina 1986
University of California
- Medical Student Award, American Federation for Clinical Research 1994
- Excellence in Research Award, Western Student Medical Research Committee 1994
Pharmaceutical and Therapeutics Subcommittee, Lafayette General Medical Center 2013-present
Louisiana State Medical Society
Lafayette State Medical Society
Louisiana
Professional Interests
- Preventive and Wellness Care, cost containments in outpatient and inpatient care, Comprehensive Health Care and Geriatrics

Personal Interests
- Dogs, exercise, fresh air, sunrise, beaches, gardening and photography

Testimonials from patients of Dr. Smith

from Paul in LA March 1, 2018 for Karen R. Smith, MD
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Dr. Smith has always been so supportive of me, and is clearly an inspiring leader to her staff, who embody her concern for me. I just can't say enough how I appreciate and depend on them.

Over the past several months, Dr. Smith has taken her care for me to an entirely new level, challenging me to learn more about my nutrition and overall health. Most importantly, she has been… See more

from Karen ("Kay") March 29, 2017 for Karen R. Smith, MD

I could not ask for a more exceptional physician. Dr. Smith is an excellent diagnostician. She treats each of her patients as if you were her only patient. A good listener and healer who is never in a hurry. Always follows up with you to see how you are doing. I am very fortunate to have her as my doctor.

from Bridget March 21, 2017 for Karen R. Smith, MD

Dr. Smith has gone above and beyond the call of duty. She sees me promptly and never rushes. She listens before she talks. She is my sister-in-law's MDVIP as well. When my sister-in-law was hospitalized after an accident, Dr. Smith not only checked on her twice daily, but brought her coffee as well! Wouldn't trade her care for anything.

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