Robert Kent Smitherman, MD
A member of Texas Health Physicians Group
Robert Kent Smitherman, MD
Internal Medicine
Offers Video Visits
Texas Health Internal Medicine 4901 S. Collins Street
Arlington, TX 76018
Arlington, TX 76018
About Me
Specialties
Internal Medicine
Hospital Affiliations
Texas Health Arlington Memorial
Gender
M
Languages
English
Education
Baylor College of Medicine Program - Residency - 2001
Baylor College of Medicine - Medical Education - 1998
Bio
Robert Smitherman, M.D., FACP chose internal medicine for its broad complex scope and challenges, and because of his desire to form meaningful, long-lasting relationships with his patients. He has been an academic clinician and teacher in Texas since 2001 and has served the Arlington community since 2008.
Dr. Smitherman is board-certified in internal medicine. He earned his medical degree and completed his internal medicine residency at the Baylor College of Medicine in Houston, Texas. He served as an assistant professor in the Department of Internal Medicine at the Baylor College of Medicine-Ben Taub General Hospital for six years prior to setting down roots in North Texas. Dr. Smitherman’s areas of interest and focus include the treatment of chronic conditions such as diabetes, hypertension, and the promotion of cardiovascular health and wellness. He currently serves as an adjunct faculty member at UT Southwestern Medical School, and is a Fellow of the American College of Physicians and a member of the Texas Medical Association. When not practicing medicine and with his patients, Dr. Smitherman enjoys spending time with his wife and children, along with numerous outdoor activities.
Accepted Insurance
= Accepting New Patients
6 Degrees-Fort Worth Firefighters
Aetna Commercial
Aetna MedAdv ESA PPO
Ambetter-ACA/Marketplace
BCBS Blue Advantage HMO(ACA)
BCBS Blue Choice PPO
BCBS Blue Essentials (HMO Blue)
BCBS Blue Medicare Advantage HMO
BCBS Blue Medicare Advantage PPO
BCBS MyBlueHealth
Cigna Commercial
Cigna Medicare Adv HMO
Cigna Medicare Adv PPO
Coventry First Health
Galaxy
HealthFirst TPA-Ardent Health Services
HealthSmart
Humana HMO PPO Medicare Adv
Medicare Railroad
Medicare Tarrant
PHCS Multiplan
QuickTrip
Self-pay
Tricare Humana Military
TriWest (BCBS)
UHC AARP Medicare Adv
UHC Commercial
USA Commercial PPO
WellCare Medicare HMO/PPO
Reviews
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Comments
4.9 out of 5 (299 Ratings, 85 Comments)
Apr 2025From the moment I entered my doctors office I met smiles and friendly staff members getting me settled in quickly.Apr 2025I'm always greeted like I'm an old friend and always recommend this practice to my friends and even my son joined this caring medical practice for his concerns.Apr 2025Staff is always courteous and helpfulApr 2025Always a nice experience.Apr 2025Dr Smitherman was very thorough and knowledgeable in discussing my health issues.Apr 2025Dr. Smitherman is the best.Apr 2025The whole staff is excellentApr 2025Easy to talk to and gives good advice/recommendations.Apr 2025I can't say enough good things about my experiences.Apr 2025We have always found everyone and all the staff so helpful and very pleasant.Apr 2025Dr Smitherman was excellentApr 2025Excellent experience from beginning to end!Apr 2025Everyone was great and has been every time I have been here. The entire staff makes you feel very welcomed.Apr 2025Excellent Doctor. Yes, I will recommend Dr SmithermanApr 2025Excellent, caring staff.Apr 2025The personnel in the office are friendly and efficient. You never need to wait for extended periods of time.Apr 2025Dr. Smitherman has a very welcoming friendly manner that puts you at ease. He makes it easy to talk to him. His office is run very efficiently.Apr 2025I love the providers at this office and staff is phenomenal. I would rate them even higher then very goodApr 2025Excellent staffApr 2025I have in the past recommended Dr Smitherman to others and they love him too.Apr 2025I appreciated being able to ask questions and talk through things.Mar 2025I love Dr Smitherman as a physician and person. We both need to remember to include any explanation of test on visits It's fine, I've moved on.Mar 2025They're great!Mar 2025Dr Smitherman has been my doctor for at least 15 years. I would be very very sad if you were not my doctor anymore and I dread the time when he might retire, hopefully I'll be gone by then lolMar 2025It's always very smooth operation at Dr Smitherman's office. His staff is loving and gentle. Their approach is very person centered and even when they ask a simple question and I answered with extremely detailed answer they're very patient with me lolMar 2025Excellent Doctor, worked me in on a busy day.Mar 2025The whole team was very friendlyMar 2025He is so relatable. Appreciate his easy manner and interest in me.Mar 2025My GP the staff are like family.Mar 2025Excellent staffMar 2025I've recommended them several times.Mar 2025Great experienceMar 2025The office staff is one of the best I have ever dealt with. They are helpful, friendly, and professional. They make a visit to the office so much easier.Mar 2025Dr Smitherman is the best Dr I've ever had.Mar 2025Dr Smitherman is a very good communicator and always talks to you at level you can understand.Mar 2025Excellent care providerMar 2025Always a pleasure to go to my appointment there.Mar 2025Dr. Smitherman is a very good listener. He puts you at ease so you can feel comfortable and relaxed.Mar 2025The whole staff works efficiently. You don't feel rushed but you still can get through quickly and out!Feb 2025Front Desk was very pleasantFeb 2025Always a good experience, short wait time, doctor always reviews current lab work, and provides me with updates any propessed recommendations.Feb 2025Everyone was pleasant and polite had a great appointment with the doctor and staff.Feb 2025Great appointmentFeb 2025Dr Smitherman always is very informative and patient with my questions.Feb 2025Got in quickly and really like Dr. Smitherman. He's a great listener.Feb 2025Kind, considerate and caringFeb 2025Honestly, this doctor is one of the best I've ever had. 10/10 & i 100% recommend him I'm happy to have this doctor as my doctor & the nurses are all very nice with us & to all his patients I am very grateful to & very very satisfied with Dr. SmithermanFeb 2025Honestly, this doctor is one of the best I've ever had. 10/10 & I 100% recommend him I'm happy to have this doctor as my doctor & the nurses are all very nice with us & to all his patients I am very grateful to & very very satisfied with Dr. SmithermanFeb 2025Renee, did an incredible job finding my vein. It is always a challenge securing my vein for an IV. Please extend my appreciation for a job well done.Feb 2025The nurses, lab employee & front office staff are always very friendly, professional & courteous.Feb 2025The staff at Dr. Smitherman's office is exceptional. They are always friendly, upbeat, professional, and helpful. I have never worked with a staff in a physician's office that is so caring and responsive. Their Customer Service is off the charts. Thank you all so much.Feb 2025Everything has been great.Feb 2025Everyone in the office is absolutely top-notch. From the check-in through to scheduling the followup appointment they are stellar every step of the way.Feb 2025I am so grateful for everyone at Dr. Smitherman's office. They treat me like a favorite uncle every time I'm there. I appreciate their thoughtful concern and the excellent care I receive. Dr. Smitherman listens to me and takes whatever time is necessary to explain his recommendation for treatment.Feb 2025Welcoming front office staff to their patients.Feb 2025I'm very pleased to have Doctor Smitherman as my doctor.Feb 2025Professional and attentiveFeb 2025He is always caring and informativeFeb 2025Love Dr. Smitherman and his P.A. [...]Feb 2025Best Dr office I've visited in my whole life.Feb 2025Excellent kind professionals from the moment I entered the office, then nurse, then especially my doctor as he listened carefully to my concerns and share his professional thoughts and next plan of action. Appreciate being heard and talked to so kindly by all.Jan 2025The diagnosis was very good and I am feeling betterJan 2025Excellent care and very professionalJan 2025Truly cared about my well-beingJan 2025After I left the appointment, I realized he did not provide me with answers about the next course of action. I was able to get those answers from the NP when she caused in followup today.Jan 2025Dr. Smitherman is hands down the best health care provider I've ever had. He's down to earth, relatable, and always takes the time to really discuss and listen.Jan 2025The annual physical I had was the most thorough I have received in decades. Trying to get my adult family to enroll with this group.Jan 2025Great listener, reviews health history, doesn't try to rush through the appointment, gives information on new medications available. Keeps up on vaccines and procedures that are dueJan 2025Chatting with Dr. Smitherman is always interesting and educationalJan 2025The nurse and the doctor told me everything before they did anything and I appreciate thatJan 2025They were great,!Jan 2025Staff were good to me.Jan 2025Staff was helpful.Jan 2025Recommended Dr Smitherman or his PA's to my nieceJan 2025Very professionalJan 2025Dr Smitherman is fantastic! Never feel rushed & always spends time addressing my needsJan 2025We always feel welcomed and listened to!Jan 2025As always prompt and professionalJan 2025Very good experienceJan 2025Dr Smitherman has been our family doctor for many years. He's simply the best!Jan 2025Excellent colllaborationJan 2025Very pleasant.Jan 2025Dr. Smitherman is excellentJan 2025No waiting, quick to see the doctor. Dr S has time to listen to my concerns and provide options.Jan 2025Very efficient. Took the time to explain treatment and procedures.