About
Stephen G. Smaldore, DO, is a board-certified family medicine physician with more than three decades of clinical experience in the Baltimore area. He earned his Bachelor of Science in Pre-Med from Loyola College of Baltimore in 1984. He then completed his Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine at Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine in 1988. He completed an internship at St. Joseph's Hospital in Philadelphia before returning to Maryland for his Family Practice residency at Franklin Square Hospital Center, finishing in 1992.
Dr. Smaldore holds board certifications from the American Board of Family Medicine and the American Academy of Hospice and Palliative Medicine. He served as Medical Director of Maryland Community Hospice from 1992 to 2006 and has held a teaching faculty appointment at Franklin Square Hospital since 1992. Harford County recognized him as a Best of Harford County Primary Care Physician in both 2012 and 2013. He is passionate about disease prevention, early detection, and building genuine physician-patient partnerships. His goal is to educate and guide each patient toward a longer, healthier life.
Education & Training
Undergraduate
Loyola College of Baltimore, B.S. Pre-Med 1984
Medical School
Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine, Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine 1988
Residency
Family Practice, Franklin Square Hospital Center, Baltimore, MD 1989-1992
Additional Training
Internship: St. Joseph's Hospital, Philadelphia, PA 1988-1989
Certifications
Conditions Treated
Who is Dr. Smaldore right for?
Dr. Smaldore is well suited for adults seeking a long-term primary care relationship with a seasoned physician. Patients managing chronic conditions like type 2 diabetes, high cholesterol, or hypertension benefit from his proactive approach. He works closely with patients who value direct access to their doctor, including evenings and weekends. Those interested in preventive care and personalized wellness planning will find his approach a strong match.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Dr. Smaldore focuses on family medicine with particular expertise in chronic disease management. He regularly treats patients with type 2 diabetes, high cholesterol, and hypertension. He also brings board certification in hospice and palliative medicine, reflecting a broad approach to long-term patient care.
Yes, Dr. Smaldore holds board certifications from both the American Board of Family Medicine and the American Academy of Hospice and Palliative Medicine. He earned his Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine from Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine in 1988.
Dr. Smaldore completed his Family Practice residency at Franklin Square Hospital Center in Baltimore, Maryland, from 1989 to 1992. He also completed an internship at St. Joseph's Hospital in Philadelphia prior to his residency. He has served as teaching faculty at Franklin Square Hospital since 1992.
Dr. Smaldore believes that a strong physician-patient partnership is the foundation of good healthcare. He focuses on disease prevention, early detection, and personalized wellness planning. His goal is to educate and guide each patient toward better long-term health outcomes.
Yes, every office visit goes directly to Dr. Smaldore. The practice does not substitute nurse practitioners or physician assistants for scheduled appointments with him.
Yes, Dr. Smaldore is reachable by phone after hours and on weekends. This 24/7 access is a core benefit of MDVIP membership and ensures patients can connect with him for urgent concerns at any time.
Yes, Harford County named Dr. Smaldore a Best of Harford County Primary Care Physician in both 2012 and 2013. He also received an Outstanding Performance in Surgery honor from St. Joseph's Hospital in 1989.
Dr. Smaldore holds affiliations with MedStar Franklin Square Medical Center and University of Maryland Upper Chesapeake Medical Center. These affiliations support coordinated care when patients require hospital-based services.
Doctor profile last updated June 8, 2026