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Gender
MaleAbout Laurence Smolley
Biography
After completing his Bachelor's of Science degree in chemistry at Yale University in 1972, Dr. Smolley received his medical degree from the New York University School of Medicine in New York City in 1976. He completed advanced training with an internal medicine residency at Downstate-Kings County Medical Center, Brooklyn, N.Y., followed by a pulmonary fellowship at Jackson Memorial Hospital/University of Miami, Fla.
Prior to his appointment to Cleveland Clinic in 1995, Dr. Smolley was Director of Pulmonary Rehabilitation and of the Sleep Disorders Center of the Baptist Medical Center in Jacksonville, Fla. (1986-1994). He also had been Acting Chief, then Chief of the Pulmonary Section at Miami Veterans Administration Hospital (1983-1986), and Assistant Professor of Medicine at the University of Miami School of Medicine, Fla.(1981-1986).
Dr. Smolley is involved in a number of professional societies. He is a Fellow of the American Academy of Sleep Medicine and of the American College of Chest Physicians. He is a member of the American Thoracic Society, the Florida Sleep Medicine Society and the Society of Critical Care Medicine. Dr. Smolley has published books, book chapters, articles and abstracts related to his specialty interests.
Locations
- Weston Medical Outpatient Center
- 2950 Cleveland Clinic Boulevard, Building A, Weston, FL 33331
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- Weston Medical Outpatient Center
- 2950 Cleveland Clinic Boulevard, Building A, Weston, FL 33331
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Education & Board Certifications
Education
- Fellowship: University of Miami School of Medicine - Jackson Memorial Hospital, 1981
- Residency: Kings County Hospital Center, 1979
- Internship: Kings County Hospital Center, 1977
- Medical Education: New York University School of Medicine, 1976
- Undergraduate: Yale University, 1972
Board Certifications
- Sleep Medicine: American Board of Internal Medicine, 2011
- Critical Care Medicine: American Board of Internal Medicine, 1989
- Pulmonary Disease: American Board of Internal Medicine, 1984
- Internal Medicine: American Board of Internal Medicine, 1982
Professional Memberships
Research & Publications
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Industry Relationships
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Ratings & Reviews
4.9 out of 5
223 ratings, 53 reviewsThe Patient Satisfaction Rating is an average of all responses to the care provider related questions shown below from our survey. Patients that are treated in outpatient or hospital environments may receive different surveys, and the volume of responses will vary by question.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/14/2026
Excellent physician and just cares!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/14/2026
Dr. Smaller its the best!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/2/2026
Dr. Smolley is fantastic. Very knowledgeable and helpful.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/2/2026
Dr. Smolley is a wonderful physician. He shares information in easy to understand English. He recognized my great progress and identified goals for my care. Thank you Dr. Smolley!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/30/2026
Dr. Smolley was terrific. Listened to what I was saying. Offered highly perceptive diagnoses. Diagnosed a condition that neither ENTs or gastros had been able to discern over a period of years.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/23/2026
Dr. Smooley is great.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/23/2026
Dr Smolley was extremely personable and very knowledgeable about my issues with the CPAP.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/24/2026
Dr Smolley is the very best!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/16/2026
Dr. Smolley is an excellent professional MD. He has detail information about your specific case. He fallows up on all data and health issues from the last visit and on to review other information like test and exams . A very goos experience as a patient and as a person.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/10/2026
Dr. Smolley is the Doctor you hope to have taking care of you. I felt he was trustworthy, kind, knowledgeable and caring!!!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/10/2026
This was my first visit to see Dr. Smolley. No issues with scheduling the appointment. Everything went as expected.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/10/2026
Dr. Smolley is excellent! He listened to my concerns and covered everything that I needed to know. Very professional and knowledgeable, with great compassion and direction to treat my concerns. No stone was left unturned!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/3/2026
My Dr Smollett was very knowledgeable and professional with his care .
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/3/2026
Dr Smokey is an expert exceptional human being and an outstanding doctor. He is very knowledgeable, compassionate and caring. This world needs more people like Dr Smoley. Cleveland Clinic should be very proud of him! I'm
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/26/2026
Dr. Smolley is AMAZING ! He was my first doctor at Clevland Clinic. Thanks to him, almost ALL of my doctors are at Clevland Clinic. Cevland Clinic ids the BEST !!!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/20/2026
Dr. Smiley explains with clarity and patience all the medical procedures and the problem. He is very compassionate and nice person. He is amazing.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/13/2026
I have been seeing Dr. Laurence Smolley since 2009, and he is the ultimate professional, concerned and caring MD
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/13/2026
Dr Smolley was knowledgeable and very caring
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/13/2026
The nurses and the staff of Dr Smoley is very courageous, knowledgeable, professional and prompt in helping and attending to the need. Thanks
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/13/2026
Dr Smolley very thorough and goes into every detail
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/13/2026
Great experience. Most amazing doctor
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/30/2025
Dr. Smoley is great
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/30/2025
Dr. Smolley is always delightful. He has a thorough report on my progress and always asks if I have any questions.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/23/2025
One of the best doctors at the Cleveland Clinic! Cares and listens! Great bedside manner. Educates me on my several concerns I have about my treatment. Spends time with me without feeling rushed.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/23/2025
The biggest issue always seems to be getting follow-up appts. - which sometimes are 3 months. That is a very long time but I was happy with how soon Dr. Smolley was able to see me after my sleep study.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/25/2025
Dr. Smolley took his time explaining my sleep study results to me, and went above and beyond to recommend some lifestyle changes that will assist me in getting more restful sleep. He recommended some reading materials and you could tell he really wanted to help me get results. Dr. Smolley never rushed through the appointment, which was greatly appreciated. He is a true asset to the Cleveland Clinic team and is a shining example of what is looked for in a doctor.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/14/2025
As always the dr is attentive to details and provides me with information on how to improve my health and wellbeing which is appreciated
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/14/2025
Dr Smolley is the best Doctor I have ever had!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/14/2025
ErVery pleased. Dr Smolley the besti
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/11/2025
Coming from a long way, and wanting to get everything done one time, minimizing flights and hotels, it was difficult to see Dr Smolley, but he made time for me in my time frame. For that I am very appreciative.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/17/2025
The clinical team were all outstanding. Dr. Smolley right away motioned my wife and I right up alongside of him to promote eye contact and easy access to my electronic data. Personally welcoming and professionally engaging throughout his evaluation.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/17/2025
Seen by staff and my Doctors. All were timely, caring, and professional.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/17/2025
Be sure, I will navigate and manage the organizational bumps necessary for a clinically competent and personally positive experience. And I got that. Thank you, Dr. Smolley, and the Pulmonary Care team.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/2/2025
Dr. Smolley is kind and listens and cares. Thank You
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/2/2025
Dr was excellent and went beyond my expectations to give many help aids and advice to deal with my ongoing issues
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/30/2025
Dr. Smolley took the time to provide detailed explanation of my condition and treatment options, which I really appreciated.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/30/2025
Very impressed with this doctor! He took a great deal of time to explain everything and listened to me as well.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/22/2025
Dr Smolley is one of the best Doctors I have ever had!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/15/2025
Loved, Dr. Smolley
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/1/2025
I don't have the words to fully describe the attention and care I do receive from Dr Pattel
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/1/2025
Love Dr Smolley ....He listens to your concerns and has the answers....or will review test for answers....One Of The best Dr Ever...
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/11/2025
I always enjoy my visits with Dr Smolley. While he is educating me on my situation he is always energetic, happy, and so good natured. Another keeper for sure.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/8/2025
El Dr. Laurence SMOLLEY me sorprendi? gratamente por su evidente PROFESIONALISMO, AMABILIDAD, CONSIDERACI?N, MINUCIOSIDAD Y MUY INTERESADO en que le formule todo tipo de preguntas y GENEROSO EN LAS RESPUESTAS. ? EXCELENTE M?DICO!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/30/2025
I find Dr. Smolley a very caring physician interested in reviewing tests and relaying a plan for my lung problem
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/30/2025
Dr Smolley was excellent, as always when I see him for an appointment
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/30/2025
I was pleasantly surprised to get an appointment with Dr. Smolley within a week's time
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/10/2025
Dr Smooley was terrific. He resolved all my issues.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/3/2025
Dr Smolley and his assistant were both spot on. He has a rare ability to put people at ease and convey information in a concise and understandable manner.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/3/2025
Dr Smolley is a very caring and articulate Dr. Explained everything and went the extra mile in making sure everything was correct on my cpap order.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/13/2025
Dr Smollett was very nice to explain the details of my most recent sleep study result. He was very personable and open to our joint discussion.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/13/2025
My doctor was very attentive, knowledgeable, and punctual. He listened carefully to all my concerns and provided clear, thoughtful answers. His bedside manner was superb, making me feel comfortable and confident in my care.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/13/2025
Dr. Smoley addressed my concern.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/13/2025
Dr. Smolley was very attentive and gave good explanations.