William Smith IV, MD

Cardiovascular Disease, Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiology

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Novant Health Heart & Vascular Institute - Wilmington Annex

1500 Physicians Drive, Wilmington, NC 28401

(910) 662-9500

181 miles away

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About

When I was a teenager, my father developed atrial fibrillation, more commonly known as Afib. This prompted my initial interest in cardiology and eventually led me to work in the atrial fibrillation clinic at Duke during my training in cardiology, which was what spurred me to become a cardiac electrophysiologist.

I was born and raised in Wilmington. Since I returned to my hometown after completing my fellowship, I have been passionate about expanding the breadth and quality of cardiology and el...

What I treat

Specialties: Cardiovascular Disease, Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiology
Areas of focus: Ablation, Arrhythmia, Atrial Fibrillation, Heart Monitors, Pacemakers

Board certifications

Cardiovascular Disease
Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiology

Years of experience

20+ years of experience

Education

Healthcare Education: University Of North Carolina School Of Medicine (1996)
Residency: Massachusetts General Hospital (1999)
Fellowship: Duke Graduate Medical Education (2003)

Personal

Languages: English
Gender: Male

Reviews

Likelihood of recommending this provider

4.9

206 Ratings

Provider discussed proposed treatments4.9

Provider explanation of problem or condition4.9

Provider efforts to include you in decisions4.9

Provider concern for questions or worries4.9

1-5 of 34 Reviews

07/29/2026 | Verified Patient

Dr. Smith is a great person and excellent doctor

07/24/2026 | Verified Patient

Dr Smith has been a great partner in my heart health journey. He listens well and explains in detail

07/19/2026 | Verified Patient

I have been a patient of Dr. Smith for 20 years, and I would never have another cardiologist provide my care.

07/12/2026 | Verified Patient

Dr. Smith is professional, articulate, very intelligent and intuitive to his patient's mind set and feelings. He presents the problem and its varying solutions with ease and in the language of his patient. I have every confidence in him and his profession abilities!