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Dr. Rubena J. Smith, MD

Internist

4502 Cortez Rd W Ste 200 Bradenton FL, 34210
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Dr. Rubena Smith is an internist practicing in Bradenton, FL. Dr. Smith specializes in the medical treatment of adults. Internists can act as a primary physician or a consultant to a primary physician. They manage both common and rare diseases. Dr. Smith provides comprehensive care and manages treatment with surgeons as well. Internists establish long-term relationships with their patients and incorporate disease prevention and mental health care into their practice.

Education and Training

University of Papua Guinea MBBS 1998

Provider Details

Female English
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Dr. Rubena J. Smith, MD's Expert Contributions
  • Regarding GERD and prilosec?

    You are young to be experiencing chest pain , not unless you have a strong family history of heart disease. If you deal with a tremendous amount of stress on a day to day basis you can develop heart burn, also eating spicy foods, eating and not waiting at least 23hrs before lying down. If all of these a fore mention relate to you, see your primary doctor to be tested for H pylori stool test and to be started on PPI medication for at least 6 weeks. If your symptoms do not resolve within the 6 weeks an upper endoscopy will be needed to see what is present and causing your symptoms READ MORE

  • Can I eat before an MRI scan?

    MRI scan requires no special preparation unless indicated in your exam preparation READ MORE

  • Is it okay to feel bad after radiation therapy?

    I need clarity If you are asking about radiation treatment as part of cancer management, the answer is yes Radiation destroys good cells and cancer cells, so depending on the amount of good cells that are damaged, the type of cell that is damage the body can feel weak, nausea, vomiting and fatigued. Speak to your doctor about your symptoms. READ MORE

  • What are the side effects of colon resection surgery?

    The side effects of colon resection surgery depend on the reason for the resection in the first place. The disease process will dictate the side effects and the amount of colon that will be resected. Some side effects can be diarrhea, and bloating and the associated pathology READ MORE

  • Are varicose veins harmless?

    Varicose veins are not dangerous unless they are large tortuous and have a tendency to break and bleed READ MORE

  • What medications help with an ear infection?

    There is no over the counter medication that treats ear infection, you would need a prescription for antibiotics. The medication should be in the form of ear drops. Example, ofloxacin ear drops, ciprofloxacin ear drops. Get Outlook for iOSREAD MORE

  • Can I take allergy medications if I drive?

    It depends on the type of allergy medication. Benadryl causes sleepiness Zyrtec is a non-drowsy medication. READ MORE

  • Do I still need a root canal if the pain goes away?

    When a root canal is recommended, it means that the tooth shows signs of infection or nerve damage. Pain may or may not be present, but the disease process is continuing in the gum. The best thing to do is to follow the recommendations of the dentist while you are not in pain. The occurrence of pain may signify that infection is present. READ MORE

  • What treatments are needed after ankle joint surgery?

    Management post ankle surgery depends a lot on the type of surgery and recommendations from the surgeon will be the best ones to follow. Surgeries with screws and nails may require you not to weight bear. While other types of surgery need early PT. It would be best to follow the recommendation of your surgeon. READ MORE

  • What are the treatments for hyperthyroidism?

    It depends on the cause of hyperthyroidism Acute onset inflammation of the thyroid- steroid Graves’ disease- depending on the severity of symptoms these are some of the medications used: methimazole or propylthiouracil, propanol, prednisone READ MORE

Areas of expertise and specialization

CoolSculpting for abdominal fat removal, facial rejuvenation, neck tightening and double chin removalAdvanced Body Sculpting with Cavitation to remove fat from abdomen, waist and arms. Cellulite removal and Butt LiftingPermanent hair removal with Diode Laser Hair Removal SystemDiabetesAdult and Medicare Wellness ExamsEar Wax RemovalHypertension ManagementWeight Loss Management

Faculty Titles & Positions

  • Professor of Anatomy and Physiology American International School of Medicine 2004 - 2005

Professional Memberships

  • Florida Medical Association  
  • American Medical Association  

Professional Society Memberships

  • FMA and AAM

What do you attribute your success to?

  • Love and determination.

Areas of research

 

Brookdale Hospital/Hematology Oncology Laboratory

Brooklyn, NY 08/2012 – 06/2013


•      Isolation and culture of CD4, CD14, and CD34 cells from

blood samples of patients with Polycythemia Vera and Myelofibrosis

•      Utilizing MACS cell separation system

•      Cell selection with specific antibodies

•      Examine the effect of Lenalidomide on specific cell types

 

Dr. Rubena J. Smith, MD's Practice location

4502 Cortez Rd W Ste 200 -
Bradenton, FL 34210
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