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Dr. David Smiley, MD

Concierge Internal Medicine physician, Highland Park, IL

Elm Place Medical Group
5.0 (7 reviews)

Dr. Smiley is a board certified internal medicine physician who has practiced in Highland Park and Lake Forest since 2006.

480 Elm Place, Suite 203, Highland Park, IL 60035

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About Dr. Smiley

Dr. Smiley graduated magna cum laude from the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign. He received his Doctor of Medicine at the Medical College of Wisconsin. He completed his internship and residency through Northwestern University at Evanston Hospital.

He is board certified in internal medicine and is a Fellow of the American College of Physicians, a professional honor. He has practiced in Highland Park and Lake Forest since 2006. He served as Vice-Chief of the Department of Medicine at Northwestern Lake Forest Hospital from 2012 to 2016, then as Chief of Medicine there from 2016 to 2021.

He has also served as a Senior Clinician Educator at University of Chicago Pritzker School of Medicine and a Health System Clinician at Northwestern Feinberg School of Medicine. He enjoys going on walks and bike rides.

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Education and credentials

Degree
MD
College
University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
Medical school
Medical College of Wisconsin
Internship
Evanston Hospital (Northwestern University)
Residency
Evanston Hospital (Northwestern University)
Board certification
Internal medicine
Professional memberships
Fellow, American College of Physicians (FACP), American Medical Association
NPI
1316974538

Hospital and practice affiliations

Chief of MedicineNorthwestern Lake Forest Hospital, 2016 to 2021
Vice-Chief of the Department of MedicineNorthwestern Lake Forest Hospital, 2012 to 2016

Location

480 Elm Place, Suite 203, Highland Park, IL 60035
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Rated 5 out of 5

"Always patient and attentive. Provides thorough and thoughtful explanations."

FMDD UserJun 2024
Rated 5 out of 5

Competent, friendly, tenacious. He has it all!

"Dr. Smiley has been my doctor of choice for many years. He is very kind; he listens to and answers to all ailments; he is always on time and returns calls promptly. His staff is always cheerful and skilled. 5 STARS!!!"

FMDD UserFeb 2022
Rated 5 out of 5

The most compassionate doctor I've ever met!

"Dr. Smiley is the most compassionate physician on the north shore. His team is pleasant and helpful. I highly suggest Dr. Smiley for his expertise and exceptional care."

FMDD UserFeb 2022
Rated 5 out of 5

Went above and beyond for me

"He was really knowledgeable and thorough. He went above and beyond to ensure I was in good health. I was quite struck by his easygoing personality and genuine care."

FMDD UserJan 2022

Questions patients ask

Is Dr. Smiley board certified?

Dr. Smiley is board certified in internal medicine.

Where did Dr. Smiley train?

He received his Doctor of Medicine at the Medical College of Wisconsin. He completed his internship and residency through Northwestern University at Evanston Hospital.

Where does Dr. Smiley practice?

Dr. Smiley has practiced in Highland Park and Lake Forest since 2006.

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