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Dr. John Smear, MD
General Surgery* Age 55
Dr. John Smear, MD
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Dr. John Smear, MD is a General Surgeon in Charleston, SC.
Dr. John Smear, MD
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Dr. John Smear, MD

General Surgery* Age 55
Charleston, SC
Accepting new patients

Offers telehealth

Dr. John Smear, MD is a General Surgeon in Charleston, SC.

About

Dr. Smear graduated from University of Cincinnati College of Medicine and completed a residency at Mount Carmel Health System Columbus. Dr. John Smear, MD is a General Surgeon in Charleston, SC. Dr. Smear currently practices at HCA Healthcare Trident Trauma and Surgical Specialists and is affiliated with HCA Healthcare Trident Hospital and HCA Healthcare Summerville Hospital. Dr. Smear's office accepts new patients and telehealth appointments. Dr. Smear is board certified in General Surgery and accepts multiple insurance plans.

Offers Telehealth

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Wound Repair
Gallbladder Removal
Laparoscopic Gallbladder Removal (Cholecystectomy)
Laparoscopic Gallbladder Removal (Cholecystectomy)
Wound Repair
Gallbladder Removal
Laparoscopic Gallbladder Removal (Cholecystectomy)
Gallstones
Cholecystitis and Gallstones
Ileus
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Rib Fracture
Intestinal Diverticulitis
Incisional Hernia
Gastric Ulcer
Abdominal Pain
Intestinal Obstruction
ERCP (Endoscopic Retrograde Cholangiopancreatography)
Appendicitis
Constipation
Inguinal Hernia
Acute Bowel Infarction
Adrenal Gland Cancer
Anal Fissure
Anal or Rectal Pain
Anorectal Abscess
Anorectal Fistula
Ascites
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Benign Mediastinal Tumor
Benign Neoplasm of the Digestive System
Biliary Atresia
Biliary Tract Cancer
Bone Cancer
Breast Cancer
Burn Injuries
Collapsed Lung (Pneumothorax)
Colorectal Cancer
Congenital Anomaly Intestine
Crohn's Disease
Diaphragmatic and Hiatal Hernia
Esophageal Fistula
Gallbladder and Biliary Tract Cancer
Gallbladder Cancer
Gastroparesis
Hemorrhoids
Hiatal Hernia
Hidradenitis Suppurativa
Hyperparathyroidism
Inflammatory Bowel Disease
Inguinal Hernia with Gangrene
Intestinal Abscess
Intestinal Diverticulosis
Lipomas
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Liver Cancer
Lung Cancer
Lymphangioma
Meckel's Diverticulum
Megacolon
Neoplasm of Gastrointestinal Tract
Neuroendocrine Tumors
Non-Traumatic Brain Injury
Obstructed Inguinal Hernia
Osteosarcoma
Parathyroid (Gland) Disease
Partial Lung Collapse
Pelvic Abscess
Peptic Ulcer
Peripheral Arterial Aneurysm
Peripheral Arterial Aneurysm and Dissection
Peripheral Arterial Dissection
Peripheral Arterial Embolism and Thrombosis
Peripheral Vascular Disease (PAD, PVD)
Pleural Effusion
Ruptured Aortic Aneurysm
Small Intestine Cancer
Thyroid Cancer
Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI)
Ulcerative Colitis
Umbilical Hernia
Varicose Veins
Vascular Insufficiency of Intestines
Ventral Hernia
Abdominoplasty
Abscess or Cyst Drainage or Aspiration
Abscess or Fluid Incision and Drainage
Adenoidectomy
Anal Fistulectomy or Fistulotomy
Arterial Catheterization with Robotic Assist
Arteriovenous Fistula Repair
Augmentation Cystoplasty
Augmentation Cystoplasty Robotic Assist
Axillary Lymph Node Dissection
Bile Duct Procedure
Biliary Drainage
Bladder Surgery
Bone Marrow Biopsy
Bunion Surgery
Cholecystoenterostomy
Colectomy
Colectomy Sigmoidectomy with Robotic Assist
Colostomy
Destruction of Anal Tumor
Dressing and Debridement of Wound or Infection
Duodenal Polypectomy
Endoscopy
Enterostomy (Laparoscopic or Open)
Excision
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Excision of Rectal Tumor
Excision of Stomach Tumor
Excision, Shaving, or Destruction of Skin and Subcutaneous Tissue (incl. Mohs Micrographic Surgery), Tissue Transfer
Gastrotomy
Gynecomastia Repair
Hemorrhoidectomy or Excision of Anal Tags
Hernia Repair
Incision and Removal of Foreign Object
Intestinal Transplant (incl. Enterectomy)
Laparoscopic Appendectomy
Laparoscopic Inguinal Hernia Repair
Laparoscopic Removal of Stones from Biliary Tract
Laparoscopic Umbilical or Ventral Hernia Repair
Laparotomy
Lymph Node Biopsy or Excision
Lymphadenectomy With Robotic Assistance
Meniscus Surgery
Open Appendectomy
Open Diaphragmatic or Paraesophageal Hiatal Hernia Repair
Open Gallbladder Removal (Cholecystectomy)
Open Incisional or Ventral Hernia Repair
Open Inguinal Hernia Repair
Peripheral Artery Catheterization
Port Placements or Replacements
Proctosigmoidoscopy
Salpingectomy with Robotic Assist
Skin Grafts
Soft Tissue Tumor Removal
Spinal Nerve Block
Splenectomy
Splenectomy and Splenorrhaphy
Sympathectomy
Thoracentesis
Thyroidectomy
Tracheal Surgery
Umbilical Hernia Repair Open
Vaginal Prolapse Surgery
Varicose Vein Procedure
Venous Thrombectomy
Ventral Hernia Repair Laparoscopic
Wedge Resection Colon

Insurance Accepted

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  • Humana
    Choice Care PPO
  • Absolute Total Care
  • Medicare
  • First Choice Health
  • Superior Health Plan
  • WellCare
  • Choice Plus
    UnitedHealthCare
  • Aetna
    Choice Plus POS II
  • Curative EPO
    Curative PPO
    Curative PPO Plus
    Curative
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of South Carolina
  • Tricare
  • Molina
  • National (BlueCard) PPO
  • Open Access Plus
    Cigna PPO
    Cigna
  • PHCS Network
    PHCS Network PPO
    MultiPlan PPO
  • National (BlueCard) PPO
  • HealthyBlue Advantage
    HealthyBlue 2.0
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
    Blue Cross and Blue Shield
    Blue Card PPO
    Blue Card
  • First Health (Coventry Health Care) PPO
    First Health (Coventry Health Care)
  • Choice Care (Humana)

Locations

  1. 1 HCA Healthcare Trident Trauma and Surgical Specialists
    9291 Medical Plaza Dr, Charleston, SC 29406
    Monday
    08:30 - 17:00
    Tuesday
    08:30 - 17:00
    Wednesday
    08:30 - 17:00
    Thursday
    08:30 - 17:00
    Friday
    08:30 - 17:00

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Specialties*
General Surgery
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Frequently Asked Questions

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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. John Smear, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Smear's profile.

Dr. John Smear, MD is affiliated with HCA Healthcare Trident Hospital and HCA Healthcare Summerville Hospital.

Yes, Dr. John Smear, MD holds board certification in General Surgery.

Education
Medical Education
  • University of Cincinnati College of Medicine
Medical Education
Board Certifications
  • General Surgery
Board Certifications
What’s a board certification and why is it important that my provider has one?

A board certification represents a provider’s dedication to ongoing training in one or more specialties, including the completion of intensive exams. While not all specialties have board certifications, if your provider does have one they’ve taken the extra step to master their specialty and to keep up with the latest advancements in their field.
Residency Hospital
  • Mount Carmel Health System Columbus
Residency Hospital

Hospital Affiliations

  • HCA Healthcare Trident Hospital

    9330 Medical Plaza Dr, Charleston, SC

  • HCA Healthcare Summerville Hospital

    295 Midland Pkwy, Summerville, SC

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