Dr. Edward Smith is a pediatric neurologist in Durham who specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of neurological disorders among children.
Yes, Dr. Edward C. Smith is accepting new patients at this office.
3000 Erwin Road, Durham, NC 27705
Please contact the doctor’s office to inquire about insurance.
Dr. Edward Smith graduated from University of Mississippi School of Medicine in 2002 before completing a residency in Pediatric Neurology at Duke University Medical Center in Durham, NC from 2004 to 2007. He then completed a fellowship in Neuromuscular Medicine at Duke University Medical Center from 2007 to 2008.
Dr. Smith has one office in North Carolina where he specializes in Pediatric Neurology, Neurology and Pediatrics.
Dr. Smith works with three doctors including Dr. Ave Lachiewicz and Dr. Sujay Kansagra.
Pediatric neurologists provide care for disorders of the nervous system in children. When diagnosing patients, Dr. Smith may perform procedures such as PET scans, EMG or EEG tests or nerve conduction velocity tests, among others. He may treat conditions like epilepsy, aneurysms, behavioral and neuromuscular disorders, sleep problems, learning disabilities, and many other neurological conditions.
Abnormalities of the crucial areas of the nervous system can sometimes cause neurological complications. Dr. Edward Smith addresses these conditions by conducting tests, scans and arriving at a diagnosis. The diagnosis is needed to come up with a treatment plan for a patient, which can include medication management, special therapies, and lifestyle changes.
Pediatricians like Dr. Smith are physicians who are dedicated to treating children of all age groups, offering comprehensive medical care for infants, children & adolescents. Pediatricians typically serve as the first point of contact when a child is sick, also known as a primary care provider. Dr. Smith is trained to offer well-rounded medical care, working closely with the patient's family to ensure healthy development and growth.
Duke University Medical Center • Durham, NC
Residency in Pediatric Neurology
• 2004 - 2007
Duke University Medical Center • Durham, North Carolina
Fellowship in Neuromuscular Medicine
• 2007 - 2008