Orthopaedics

William Smith, MD

Dr. William Smith, MD is a Hand Surgery Specialist who practices in Albany, NY. He is 69 years old and has been practicing for 37 years.

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Credentials

Years in Practice

40+ years

Peer Recognition

Castle Connolly — Top Doctor
2017-2026 (10 years)
Healthgrades — Healthgrades Honor Roll

Clinical Focus

Subspecialties

Joint ReplacementSports MedicineHand & Upper ExtremityFoot & Ankle Surgery

Conditions & Treatments

Ankle SurgeryMusculoskeletal ConditionsShoulder SurgeryWrist SurgeryKnee SurgeryHand FracturesRotator Cuff RepairAchilles Tendon RepairHand & Upper ExtremityACL & Ligament ReconstructionArthroscopic SurgeryFoot & Ankle SurgeryHip ReplacementKnee ReplacementSports InjuriesJoint Replacement

Insurance(s) Accepted

Please verify your coverage with the provider — plan participation can change.

Practice Details

Hospital Affiliations

Ellis Hospital

Conditions Dr. Smith treats

Insurance accepted

Frequently asked

Does Dr. Smith accept Aetna insurance?

William Smith's public profile lists Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield, and Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Massachusetts plus 11 more health plans as accepted plans. Plan participation can change — confirm directly with the practice before your visit.

Where does Dr. Smith practice?

William Smith practices in Albany, NY with hospital affiliations including Ellis Hospital.

What does Dr. Smith specialize in?

William Smith is a board-certified orthopaedics specialist with focus areas in Joint Replacement, Sports Medicine, Hand & Upper Extremity, and Foot & Ankle Surgery.

How long has Dr. Smith been practicing?

William Smith has 41+ years of clinical experience in orthopaedics.