WALTER RYAN SMITH
Orthopedic Surgery
4.9 out of 5
202 verified ratings
202 Ratings, 74 Comments
The following ratings and reviews are based on verified feedback collected from independently administered patient experience surveys. The ratings and comments submitted by patients reflect their own views and opinions. Patient identities are withheld to ensure confidentiality and privacy.
Jun 25, 2026
I was seen promptly at my appointed time and was out quickly.
Jun 25, 2026
Excellent service in a timely manner!
Jun 17, 2026
Perfect
Jun 13, 2026
Everything went smoothly.
Jun 12, 2026
It was great
Jun 12, 2026
As always the staff ,dr.and every employee i dealt with was very helpful and polite
Jun 12, 2026
I have used UAB Highlands sports medicine clinic, Dr Walter Smith, excellent Doctor and staff. Also the casting clinic, Willie, Megan, and entire team is exceptional!
Jun 9, 2026
Very Satisfied
Jun 8, 2026
Dr. Smith and team were great!
Jun 5, 2026
got to me fast ! very friendly and efficient.Got x ray and saw Dr at appointment time.
Jun 2, 2026
Everyone there is so nice & pleasant & Dr Smith is great!
May 28, 2026
Dr Smith explains everything in detail.
May 23, 2026
I was treated very well by everyone who needed to see me. Everyone was very kind and genuine about the surgery.
May 23, 2026
Called to speak with dr the day after stitches because still bleeding, asked for dr to call, I called at 8:03 am, was told dr would call me back. Never heard back from him or anyone. This dropped my opinion of UAB highland big time.
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May 22, 2026
Nothing to say but YOU GUYS ARE THE BEST!
May 22, 2026
We were in and out in less than 30 minutes!
May 22, 2026
The staff were very kind and helpful. I had zero wait time. The dr took time to answer my questions and genuinely seemed to care.
May 11, 2026
I didn't get what I was looking for
May 7, 2026
Was told that all medications would be available in pharmacy on site but in post op was told the order had been sent to our local pharmacy. Received a call 30 minutes after leaving Highlands that a prescription for a study needed to picked up in the pharmacy. We live 2 hours from the Hospital. Pain block did take effect. Little instruction on pain management and icing. Not my first out patient surgery experience!
May 5, 2026
Everything was wonderful. Nurses, doctors until I checked out. That young man is one of the rudest people I’ve ever dealt with. Other than that, my visit was great!
Apr 30, 2026
Got in early and everyone was great!
Apr 28, 2026
AWESOME 😀
Apr 24, 2026
Great staff
Apr 24, 2026
Dr. Smith and staff are exceptionally talented and efficient. Best care I've ever had
Apr 17, 2026
ALL AROUND PLEASED
Apr 16, 2026
Great Dr. and great visit
Apr 13, 2026
It is AWESOME I will not go anywhere else I love the Doctors,Nurse, surgical team. God bless you all. They took care of me if I had 10,000 tongue I could thank them enough UAB HIGHLANDS is the best Hospital.
Apr 10, 2026
Everyone treated me with upmost repeat very kind careless
Apr 10, 2026
See previous answer. Everyone was Great!
Apr 9, 2026
We had to wait for hours but everything else was good
Apr 7, 2026
First time meeting Dr Smith. He asked the right questions and was easy to understand. We have high confidence in him after the visit.
Mar 17, 2026
Everyone was so nice during my visit. The appointment happened on time and everyone allowed for as much time as needed during my visit.
Mar 6, 2026
The medical staff is very friendly and helpful. My doctor is also very friendly and extremely talented. I'm grateful that Dr. Smith did my surgery. However, the admission staff is terrible, they are more concerned with their phones or talking to one another than helping the patient. Extremely frustrating and unprofessional.
Mar 6, 2026
I really appreciated the time Dr Smith spent with me explaining my options
Mar 5, 2026
The doctor and nurses are patient and they take time to explain and make you understand.
Feb 19, 2026
Professional, time was great and everyone was friendly
Feb 13, 2026
Satisfied
Feb 13, 2026
Excellent
Feb 6, 2026
It was one of the best experiences at a doctor I've had! Walt was cool and felt like he really cared about figuring out what was going on with my shoulder!
Feb 5, 2026
The doctor and entire staff has been so friendly and caring.
Jan 27, 2026
Fast, efficient systems in place. Friendly, professional staff.
Jan 16, 2026
AWESOME 😀
Jan 16, 2026
Awesome Dr.Smith
Jan 13, 2026
Greatful
Jan 9, 2026
The best!
Jan 9, 2026
The health professionals are always so knowledgeable , kind and compassionate.
Jan 9, 2026
Caring and skilled medical professionals providing excellent healthcare.
Jan 6, 2026
My husband and I are both highly impressed with Dr. Walt Smith and his staff!! I know I am in good hands for my upcoming surgery on February 6!! So blessed to have such great health care at UAB❤️❤️🙏🏻🙏🏻
Dec 19, 2025
Great visit
Dec 19, 2025
Dr Smith is amazing