I chose Dr. Smith for my surgeon because he has great technical skills, loves what he does, and is willing to explain what the disease process is, and what to expect. He was willing to accommodate my scheduling needs since I was a single mother with few choices for care of my then 2 yr old. So while other surgeons were home on a Friday evening, Dr Smith was happy to perform my laparoscopic cholecystectomy. Can't say enough good things about him.