What patients are saying
Overall rating
4.13
Average wait time
4.25
Bedside manner
4.20
“The office was nice, everyone was helpful and friendly and I felt listened to and given time but Dr. Smith! He was understanding, humorous and knowledgeable. ”
Lily W.June 29, 2024
About Dr. Thomas Smith
Dr. Smith specializes in treating children and adults with allergies, asthma, and other respiratory problems. He has been providing care in Austin since 1998. He earned his Doctor of Medicine from the University of Virginia, completed his Pediatrics residency at Vanderbilt University Hospital, and pursued a fellowship in Pediatric Allergy and Clinical Immunology at National Jewish Hospital. Before joining our practice, Dr. Smith served as a Professor of Pediatrics at Washington University School of Medicine.
He was the Director of the Allergy and Immunology Residency Training Program at Emory University School of Medicine and has served on the Editorial Boards of both major allergy society journals. Dr. Smith has been included in Best Doctors in America since 1994 and named a Texas Super Doctor since 2003. He received the Albert Nelson Marquis Lifetime Achievement Award and is a member of the Expert Panel for Allergy for the Texas Medical Board.
Dr. Smith and his wife have three children, all living in Austin. He considers it a blessing to have his family close by. He teaches middle and high school Sunday school and serves as Health Supervisor and member of the Enterprise Risk Management Committee of the Capital Area Council. He is also the Chartered Organization Representative to the Boy Scout troop sponsored by his church. An amateur photographer and master scuba diver, he brings diverse interests outside of medicine.
He firmly believes that diseases do not have patients; rather, patients have diseases. Patients are always his first priority. His approach to care is grounded in evidence-based medicine, supplementing each patient’s treatment with the best available scientific knowledge. He advocates that decisions and policies should be based on evidence, not solely on the beliefs of practitioners, experts, or administrators.
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Office location
Greater Austin Allergy & Family of Companies
5656 Bee Caves Rd, Ste G-201, West Lake Hills, TX 78746
Education and background
Practice names
Board certifications
- American Board of Allergy and Immunology
- American Board of Pediatrics
Education and training
- Medical School - University of Virginia, Doctor of Medicine
- Vanderbilt University Hospital, Residency in Pediatrics
- National Jewish Hospital, Fellowship in Pediatric Allergy and Clinical Immunology
Languages spoken
- English
Provider's gender
Male
NPI number
1346207917
Patient reviews
All reviews have been submitted by patients after interacting with the practice.
Overall rating
4.13
Wait time
4.25
Bedside manner
4.20
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Dr. Smith got to the root of my issue and made me smile too. What a delightful experience!
July 9, 2021Eboni B.Verified patient
Waste of my time, horrible experience
August 8, 2025Tina L.Verified patient
I waited over a month for this appointment to be allergy tested. It took an hour before I was seen, and when the doctor came into the exam room, he was passive aggressive and did not listen to my concerns. I was told that I would not be getting the allergy test I had scheduled and would need to reschedule for another day. It was overall very frustrating and disappointing, and I will not be returning.
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The office was nice, everyone was helpful and friendly and I felt listened to and given time but Dr. Smith! He was understanding, humorous and knowledgeable.
June 29, 2024Lily W.Verified patient
Great
June 9, 2023Initials hiddenVideo visit
Total office time was over 3 hours long. When allergy test was finally performed 1.5 hours in, no results were read for another 1-1.5 hours. Doctor’s bedside manner is very relaxed, colloquial, and antiquated. Does not mind wasting your time. Do not recommend!!!
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Super friendly very informative highly recommend!
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Where is Dr. Thomas Smith's office located?
Dr. Thomas Smith's office is located at 5656 Bee Caves Rd, West Lake Hills, TX 78746.
Which board certifications does Dr. Thomas Smith have?
Dr. Thomas Smith is certified by American Board of Allergy and Immunology and American Board of Pediatrics.
What are common reasons for patients to see Dr. Thomas Smith?
Dr. Thomas Smith frequently sees patients for Allergy Consultation, Allergy Testing, Eczema, Rash, and Sinus Problems / Sinusitis. You can see other visit reasons for Dr. Thomas Smith on their profile.
What languages does Dr. Thomas Smith speak?
Dr. Thomas Smith speaks English.
How do patients rate Dr. Thomas Smith in reviews?
24 patients have reviewed Dr. Thomas Smith. The overall rating for this doctor is 4.12/5. They have a 4.2/5 rating for bedside manner and a 4.25/5 rating for wait time. You can read individual reviews and ratings on their profile.