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David Smith, MD

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David Smith, MD
General Surgeon
Assistant Professor, Larner College of Medicine
Specialties
General Surgery
General information
Gender: Male
Language: Interpreter Services Available, English
Accepting New Patients
UVM Medical Group
Offers Video Visits

About Me

I chose medicine because I wanted to use my skills and training to help people feel better. I enjoy surgery because I can directly diagnose and treat problems using both my physical and mental capabilities. The hands-on, face-to-face nature of surgical care is what I find the most rewarding.

I always try to think of how I would want myself or one of my family members to be treated. That doesn't mean I always agree with patients' choices regarding their care, but that I am empathetic to their concerns as we work together to make decisions for their treatment.

Experience

Education & Training
Fellowship University of Vermont Medical Center - General Surgery
Fellowship George Washington University - Laparoscopic Fellowship
Residency Tufts - New England Medical Center - General Surgery
Doctor of Medicine Boston University School of Medicine
Master of Arts Boston University School of Medicine - Medical Science
Bachelor of Arts/Artium Baccalaureus University of Vermont - Waterman - Biology
Board Certifications

American Board of Surgery - Surgery

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Insurance Accepted

Please see below for all insurers contracted with the University of Vermont Health. Inclusion in this list does not guarantee participation of your specific insurance plan or coverage of your planned service. For behavioral health services, coverage may differ from medical benefits — even if your insurance plan is accepted. All patients are encouraged to contact their insurer to confirm coverage before scheduling.

General Surgery, Central Vermont Medical Center
  • Aetna
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Vermont (BCBSVT) / FEP / CBA
  • Capital District Physicians' Health Plan (CDPHP)
  • Capital District Physicians' Healthcare Network (CDPHN)
  • CHAMPVA
  • Cigna / Great West
  • Cigna UVMH Medical Plan
  • Evernorth (formerly Cigna Behavioral Health)
  • First Health
  • Harvard Pilgrim Health Care (excludes NH Health Benefit Exchange, Medicare Advantage, and Managed Medicaid)
  • Medicaid (VT)*
  • Medicare*
  • MVP (excludes NY Health Benefit Exchange)
  • The Vermont Health Plan (TVHP)
  • TriCare for Life – Skilled Nursing Facility
  • TriCare Humana Military (excludes Humana Behavioral Health)
  • TriCare Martin's Point Health Care (excludes Behavioral Health)
  • United Behavioral Health/Optum
  • United HealthCare
  • United HealthCare – The Empire Plan (excludes Carelon Behavioral Health)
  • Veteran's Administration Community Care Network (VA CCN) (United HealthCare)
  • Workers' Comp (VT and NY)

*Not every provider type is eligible to enroll with Government Payers. Please consult your provider’s office prior to visit for confirmation.

Last Updated: 5/28/2026

General Surgery, University of Vermont Medical Center
  • Aetna
  • Anthem (formerly Empire Blue Cross Blue Shield) (HMO only)
  • Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield NH
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Vermont (BCBSVT) / FEP / CBA (includes Dental)
  • Capital District Physicians' Health Plan (CDPHP)
  • Capital District Physicians' Healthcare Network (CDPHN)
  • CHAMPVA
  • Cigna / Great West (includes Dental)
  • Cigna UVMH Medical Plan
  • Delta Dental
  • Evernorth (formerly Cigna Behavioral Health)
  • Excellus Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Fidelis (New York Quality Healthcare Corporation) (excludes NY Health Benefit Exchange products)
  • First Health
  • Harvard Pilgrim Health Care (excludes NH Health Benefit Exchange, Medicare Advantage, and Managed Medicaid)
  • MagnaCare
  • Medicaid (VT and NY)* (VT Medicaid includes Dental)
  • Medicare*
  • MVP (excludes NY Health Benefit Exchange)
  • Optum Rx
  • POMCO (must include POMCO Select Logo)
  • St. Regis Mohawk Tribe (Medicare)
  • The Vermont Health Plan (TVHP)
  • TriCare Humana Military (excludes Humana Behavioral Health)
  • TriCare Martin's Point Health Care (excludes Behavioral Health)
  • United HealthCare – The Empire Plan (excludes Carelon Behavioral Health)
  • United HealthCare (excludes United / Optum Behavioral Health)
  • Veteran's Administration Community Care Network (VA CCN) (United HealthCare)
  • Workers' Comp (VT and NY)

*Medicare — Not every provider type is eligible to enroll with Government Payers. Please consult your provider’s office prior to visit for confirmation.

Last Updated: 5/28/2026

Patient Ratings & Comments

62 ratings

Most Recent Comments

  • Excellent
  • Dr Smith was thorough
  • Dr. Smith was very kind and listened to my concerns, he was very thorough in his explanations concerning my issues.
  • EXCELLENT
  • I felt very satisfied with this appointment. Dr Smith asked appropriate questions, showed concern, and gave me a lot of details.
  • Dr. Smith listens!
  • Again, my overall experience with anyone I spoke with and met was very impressive and I left the facilityfeeling confident about what to expect, and with the overall appointment.
  • Dr. Smith lives up to his reputation.
  • Was very pleased with Dr. Smith!
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