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Sean B. Smith, MD

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1024 ratings Read Reviews

Northwestern Medical Group

Primary Specialty

Interventional Pulmonology

Secondary Specialty

Critical Care Medicine

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Reasons to Schedule a Visit

This medical professional may be a good choice for you if you are looking for care for any of the following:

Airway malacia
Airway stent
Bronchoscopy
Chest tube or catheter placement
Ebus (endobronchial ultrasound)/mediastinal lymph node staging

Lung lavage (wash-out)
Narrowing or blockage of airway, or tracheal stenosis
Pneumothorax (collapsed lung)
T-tube placement or change

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Education

Medical Education:: MD, Mayo Clinic College of Medicine and Science - 2007
Residency:: Mayo Clinic College of Medicine and Science (Rochester) - 2010
Fellowships:: McGaw Medical Center of Northwestern University - 2014

McGaw Medical Center of Northwestern University - 2015

Board Certifications

American Association for Bronchology and Interventional Pulmonology - Bronchology and Interventional Pulmonology (Certified)
American Board of Internal Medicine/Critical Care Medicine - Critical Care Medicine (Certified)
American Board of Internal Medicine/Pulmonary Disease - Pulmonary Disease (Certified)

Faculty Profile

Associate Professor, Feinberg School of Medicine

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Practice Groups and Affiliations

Medical Group:: Northwestern Medical Group
Alignment Category:: Northwestern Medicine Physician Network
On Medical Staff At:: Northwestern Memorial Hospital

Ratings and Reviews

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Overall Rating

4.9

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1024 Ratings

Reviews from Patients

100 Most Recent Reviews

Reviews from Patients

100 Most Recent Reviews

February 27, 2026

5.0

Very informative and excellrnybtexhnician

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February 26, 2026

5.0

Dr. Smith is an outstanding provider of medical care and I am glad to have him on my team!

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February 26, 2026

5.0

He takes the time to problem solve my issues and follows up with me on a timely basis. Hard working and caring.

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February 20, 2026

5.0

Professional and caring attention

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February 17, 2026

5.0

Professional, thorough, personable.

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February 16, 2026

5.0

His knowledge, wisdom and the care he gives his patients.

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February 10, 2026

5.0

Dr Smith is an excellent doctor with a great bedside manner. He is knowledgeable, professional and takes the time to explain things.

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February 09, 2026

5.0

Dr. Smith could not have been better!

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February 08, 2026

5.0

Very knowledgeable. Covered all the possibilities.

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February 06, 2026

5.0

Kind, intelligent doctor who keeps me alive by opening my airway every 3 months.

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February 06, 2026

5.0

clear communication and inclusive discussion

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February 04, 2026

5.0

Knowledgeable and approachable. Discusses options clearly.

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February 03, 2026

5.0

He is kind, listens quietly, quite smart but humble, compassionate.

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February 03, 2026

5.0

See above _ knowledgeable, caring, useful

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February 01, 2026

5.0

My personal physician who referred me to Dr. Smith described him as brilliant. He's that, and so much more. Besides being a brilliant physician, he is also very kind and never rushed for time. I promise, you'll be in great hands with Dr. Smith!!

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January 29, 2026

5.0

Trustworthy, Smart and caring

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January 29, 2026

5.0

Kind, knowledgeable and explains things is an easy to understand way.

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January 29, 2026

5.0

Great doctor. Very thorough.

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January 29, 2026

5.0

I highly recommend Dr. Smith to ever would need his specialty

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January 27, 2026

5.0

Thoughtful way of providing options

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January 27, 2026

5.0

very knowledgeable and personable.

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January 23, 2026

5.0

For the past 6 years he has taken care of my airway to keep me alive.

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January 23, 2026

5.0

Clear communication

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January 22, 2026

5.0

Best doctor

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January 16, 2026

5.0

Extremely knowledgeable and great communication skills.

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January 10, 2026

5.0

Dr. Smith is one of 3 top doctors for patient listening, responding clearly and thoroughly, asking my opinion, and showing empathy. There is no better "beside manner" than that.

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December 29, 2025

5.0

The team does everything possible to make sure they are in store

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December 24, 2025

5.0

Dr. Smith was knowledgeable and prepared to discuss my results with expertise!

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December 23, 2025

5.0

Dr Smith's follow up with me was thorough in explaining the procedure and follow up needs.

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December 16, 2025

5.0

I am happy with him

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December 11, 2025

5.0

Professional; knowledgeable.

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December 07, 2025

5.0

Excellent doctor. Smart, thoughtful, and able to engage in a discussion.

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December 04, 2025

5.0

He listens and provides medical education and his knowledge concerning the medical best interests for the patient's present situation and best moves concerning medical monitoring and care moving forward.

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November 20, 2025

5.0

He is very attentive and caring!

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November 20, 2025

5.0

Best of the BEST...so informative and interactive

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November 18, 2025

5.0

He really cares.

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November 17, 2025

5.0

He explains clearly and answers questions

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November 17, 2025

5.0

He was extremely helpful - especially in post procedure care

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November 05, 2025

5.0

We really liked Dr. Smith. He was easy to talk to & answered all our questions.

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November 05, 2025

5.0

He is extremely professional, knowledgeable and compassionate! He is a great listener who never rushes through an appointment.

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November 01, 2025

5.0

The level of kindness, care and professionalism that this man shows has been unmatchable, he has truly been a blessing.

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October 30, 2025

5.0

Excellent care and attention

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October 27, 2025

5.0

Love his personality, he is easy to communicate with and I love his personality.

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October 26, 2025

5.0

Dr. Smith took care of my dad in his quarterly trachea replacement in an informative, professional and caring manner.

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October 24, 2025

5.0

Spends time with you and explains everything very well and makes sure all your questions are answered

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October 21, 2025

5.0

Through caring and takes his time explaining things

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October 21, 2025

5.0

Experienced MD.

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October 18, 2025

5.0

Very thorough, explained options in detail and answered all my questions

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October 15, 2025

5.0

He not only explained everything he showed me on Ct He is caring, thorough and makes you feel very comfortable.

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October 15, 2025

5.0

Very good at taking time to explain and listen

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October 13, 2025

5.0

Dr. Smith is a wonderful, knowledgeable and caring Doctor.

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October 13, 2025

5.0

I love that fact that he answered all of my questions with facts. He didn't try to sugarcoat anything and that is exactly what I wanted him to do. I am truly blessed to have Dr. Smith and his team!

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October 13, 2025

4.0

Very professional bedside manner is perfect and cares about his patient

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October 10, 2025

5.0

very good at thoracentisis....explains everything... has great assistants

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October 04, 2025

5.0

Very thorough and explains everything well

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October 02, 2025

5.0

Great caring to the point doctor

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September 23, 2025

5.0

Dr. Smith has been following my lung health for several years. He communicates the latest findings and recommendations and listens carefully yo my concerns. I think that he is providing me with the absolute best care for my condition.

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September 21, 2025

5.0

You can't find a better physician than Dr. Smith

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September 19, 2025

5.0

Good service

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September 15, 2025

5.0

Good service.

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September 08, 2025

5.0

I am satisfied with him

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September 04, 2025

5.0

His bedside manner is phenomenal

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September 03, 2025

5.0

Dr. Smith is a very good doctor and takes care of all my needs. He calls back everytime and listens to whats happening with me. He's such a professional. I wouldn't go to anyone else.

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August 25, 2025

5.0

Knowledge

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August 23, 2025

5.0

He is very knowledgeable and listens to all of our concerns and he patiently answers and address our needs

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August 23, 2025

5.0

Very helpful...and gave me options.

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August 21, 2025

5.0

Good care

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August 19, 2025

5.0

He has being such a big positive energy with good vibe.

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August 13, 2025

5.0

Dr Smith fully explained my condition and presented my options and my care plan. He's very personable, relatable and knowledgeable.

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August 04, 2025

5.0

High quality care; good explanations; supportive,

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August 02, 2025

5.0

Knowledgeable good bedside manner

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July 29, 2025

5.0

Dr. Smith is caring, concerned, and compassionate. He spends time and listens to his patients. He is also very knowledgeable and reviews all reports in detail with the patient.

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July 28, 2025

4.0

After my procedure no one went to.tell my husband procedure went well and I was in recovery, which he was told would happen before I went in for my procedure, leaving him to worry.

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July 28, 2025

5.0

He's very kind and compassionate. Takes the time to listen and is very thorough.

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July 27, 2025

5.0

Knowledgeable, useful care and followup.

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July 25, 2025

5.0

Dr. Smith is an excellent pulmonologist. While his medical knowledge and skills are impressive, he is also extremely attentive and compassionate with his patients. His attention to details, as well as patience and ability to respond to all patient concerns is extremely appreciated. It is remarkable to see how his team follows his lead as well.

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July 24, 2025

5.0

Dr Smith was clear in what was going to be done and open to my questions. After the procedure and my time in recovery, he came to go over things with me. I appreciated the time.

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July 23, 2025

5.0

Very, very informative at explaining my needed care n treatments as well as my previous care givers decisions that they suggested I do. Dr Smith could not of been better at making me feel "important" n not just an everyday patient. I'm facing n have been treated for over 2 1/2 years n I can truly say the Drs n staff n NW itself couldn't show n care more for its unknown patients.

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July 18, 2025

5.0

Have only met on phone, he is aware of my case and proceeding as needed

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July 15, 2025

5.0

Good communication and supervision of procedure.

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July 14, 2025

5.0

Great doctor

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July 10, 2025

5.0

Dr Smith was very pleasant and thoughtful in his comments and treatment plan. He explained all my options and valued my input. He made me comfortable with the treatment and future options available to me.

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July 08, 2025

5.0

Dr Smith is very knowledgeable and put my mind at ease about the procedure

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July 01, 2025

5.0

Explained everything in layman terms.

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July 01, 2025

5.0

Extremely knowledgeable, understanding and took time to explain everything

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June 24, 2025

5.0

Listens to any concerns I may have had - I did not feel rushed in any way.

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June 23, 2025

5.0

Very professional; very calm; very calm. He let me speak my concerns.

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June 18, 2025

5.0

Makes you comfortable

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June 15, 2025

5.0

He's an excellent physician!

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June 13, 2025

5.0

Excellent knowledge and csre

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June 10, 2025

5.0

Great doctor

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June 09, 2025

5.0

Very thorough procedure in that everything was explained very well.

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June 06, 2025

5.0

On going monitoring of my problems through imaging really makes me feel safe and let me know that he cares. He addresses all problems that I have or issues I have through the use of my my chart which is very important.

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June 04, 2025

5.0

He takes his time to explain everything.

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June 04, 2025

5.0

Dr. Smith is helpful, reliable and knowledgeable. I feel hes in tune with my problems.

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May 31, 2025

5.0

I am comfortable with him

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May 31, 2025

5.0

He is very thorough. It explains everything great. I have total confidence in him.

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May 29, 2025

5.0

He spent time with me, showed me last CT scans and explained everything to me. He listened to all of my symptoms and with what I was feeling. He came up with a plan and steps going forward.

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May 28, 2025

5.0

Sean Smith has been my pulmonologist for 7 or 8 years and I have total trust in him. He is honest and has done an excellent job putting together a plan to monitor my condition. I am very pleased.

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May 26, 2025

4.0

The procedure went well, no issues. Would have been nice to talk to the Doc about the results. That would be my only issue.

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Disclosures

Sean B. Smith, MD reported no external professional relationships for calendar year 2024.

External Professional Relationships

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