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Dr. Clayton Smiley, MD

Dr. Clayton Smiley, MD

Nephrology*
25+ years of experience

Dr. Clayton Smiley, MD is a nephrologist in Tualatin, OR and has over 25 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Smiley has extensive experience in Glomerulonephritis & Nephropathy. He graduated from University of Chicago Pritzker School of Medicine in 1998. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as OHSU Hospital-Marquam Hill Campus and Legacy Meridian Park Medical Center. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4.7 Star Rating
Based on 82 reviews 4.7 Star Rating (82 reviews)

Practice

8050 SW Warm Springs St Ste 150 Tualatin, OR 97062
Telehealth available

Make an Appointment

(503) 692-7971

Hospital Highlight

Dr. Smiley is affiliated with OHSU Hospital-Marquam Hill Campus Portland, a highly rated hospital.

At a Glance

  • Areas of Expertise
    Dr. Smiley specializes in the areas of Internal Medicine & Nephrology. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ • See hospitals
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Dr. Smiley's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Smiley

4.7
82 ratings, 36 with a written review
5 star
85%
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4 star
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3 star
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2 star
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1 star
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Detached and indifferent
Moody. More focused on the computer and numbers results than myself as a patient. Prefers Telehealth to in person appts. I worked 100 hour weeks during COVID lockdowns from 1/2020 through 2/2022. Nearly died of exhaustion. I refused Telehealth appt during COVID, preferring to meet in person. This obviously was not acceptable. I followed up to reschedule, Olivia’s demeanor was abrasive. She required a referral as I would be a new patient. Referral provided and Olivia again deferred as appts were months out and not scheduling anything new. I asked to be on wait list for cancellation. No call. Called after the date that they would be scheduling. Again, more abusive condescension from Olivia. I don’t know if Olivia’s actions were at her discretion, the office manager’s, or Smiley.If I heard my staff talk to a client like that, the employee would be released immediately. Obviously, Olivia’s demeanor is an acceptable trait for a staff member at Northwest Renal.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Staff wasn't friendly
1 other person found this helpful
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Kat Bauer – Jan 26, 2024
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He's a very good doctor, he's very friendly and cares about his patients. Takes time to talk to you about your health and listen to his patients concerns. He honest and sincere about your health just as much as himself. I would certainly recommend him for a kidney doctor.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Rhonda Johnson in Vancouver – Mar 17, 2018
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Excellent provider attentive and caring very approachable, great listener, supportive!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Sharen Gray in King City, Oregon – Mar 16, 2018
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Dr. Smiley is prompt with my scheduled time. He listens to my concerns Dr. Smiley has personally called me. It gave me a feeling of caring for his patient. I highly recommend him to family and friends.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Antonius Sannen in Portland, OR – Feb 16, 2018
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Friendly and very professional.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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William Thompson in Tigard, OR – Feb 02, 2018
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I really appreciate the fact that Dr Smiley has always been very prompt with our scheduled time. Many doctors make you wait and wait. In addition to his timeliness, he has a very pleasant demeanor and as far a can tell so far is very thorough. I drive from Aloha to Tualatin to see him as I really feel he is one of the good one's. Sincerely, C. Cannon - patient since 11/2017
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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C. Cannon in Aloha – Jan 26, 2018
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I highly recommend Dr. Smiley. He listens to my concerns. I feel his responses to questions are direct. He is approachable and very professional. His staff is friendly and helpful. He takes time to review lab reports and makes recommendations. On several occasions, Dr. Smiley has personally called to give the results of lab work, even when all tests are normal.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Portland, OR – Jan 25, 2018
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Great experience! Highly recommended.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Jan 25, 2018
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My visits with Dr Smiley have been very professional. He is easy to talk to and caring. He is thorough but doesn't seem to be rushed during the appointment.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Vancouver, WA – Jan 17, 2018
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Very nice, friendly and personable. Makes me feel comfortable answering his questions. Doesn't talk down to me, but offers good advice on how to improve my health.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Jan 10, 2018
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He is very cordial and listens to what you have to say. Asks many pertinent questions. i feel he takes very good care of me.
What went well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Dec 29, 2017
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Highly recommend Doc Smiley. Very thorough, very pleasant, and most of all, he talks to you and listens to you.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Gary in West Linn, OR – Nov 21, 2017
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We really like him. He is very helpful. He is very clear about explaining the issues you have and the care that is needed.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Linda in , OR – Nov 08, 2017
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Very kind knowledgeable and straight to the point and easy to talk to
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Portland, OR – Nov 08, 2017
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My appoints are always very pleasant and any questions are always answered to my satisfaction. The information is kept up to date and doctor is always knowledgeable about what steps to take regarding my health care.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Dorothy Sando in Beaverton, OR – Nov 03, 2017
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Dr. Smiley is friendly and approachable. He's really been a supportive friend to me, as well as caring physician. He's been very reliable and informative about my care.don't think I could anyone else I'd rather see for my kidney health.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Sherry Lewis in Portland, OR – Nov 01, 2017
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vERY7 GOOD APPOINTMENT
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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donald Epstein in Wilsonville. or – Oct 27, 2017
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Dr Smiley explains how my medications work and affect my kidneys. He's patient and compassionate
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Michelle in Portland, OR – Oct 26, 2017
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Dr. Smiley is a keeper...he is personal, professional and interested in my health...One growing edge would be if he could help me understand how my kidneys effect other major organs in m y body. Does good kidney function equal good liver, pancreas ,bladder,and gut regulation? I did not ask him this....maybe just a minute of proactive teaching would be helpful.? I guess that is an individual case basis...?
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Fred Sickert in Portland, OR – Oct 06, 2017
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Dr. Smiley is a thoroughly professional, compassionate and knowledgeable provider. HIs pleasant, jargon free approach enables us to handle the tough issues by making us feel he is genuinely invested in our well being.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Stacy Finger in Portland, OR – Oct 04, 2017
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About Me

biography

Dr. Clayton Smiley, MD is a nephrologist in Tualatin, OR and has over 25 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Smiley has extensive experience in Glomerulonephritis & Nephropathy. He graduated from University of Chicago Pritzker School...read more

  • Nephrology

  • Internal Medicine

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  • University Of California

    Fellowship Hospital, 2004

  • Naval Medical Center

    Residency Hospital, 2002

  • Naval Medical Center

    Internship Hospital, 1999

  • University Of Chicago Pritzker School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1998
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Internal Medicine®
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Internal Medicine
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Nephrology
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  • Pancreastatin: multiple actions on human intermediary metabolism in vivo, variation in disease, and naturally occurring functional genetic polymorphism., 2005

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Locations

Practice

Northwest Renal Clinic Inc.8050 SW Warm Springs St Ste 150 Tualatin, OR 97062
1

Practice

Maui Kidney Specialist LLC105 Maui Lani Pkwy Ste 100 Wailuku, HI 96793
2

Practice

Northwest Renal Clinic Inc.1130 NW 22nd Ave Ste 640 Portland, OR 97210
3
St Helens Hospital Home Health Agency500 N Columbia River Hwy Saint Helens, OR 97051
4

Affiliated Hospitals

  • OHSU Hospital-Marquam Hill Campus

    3181 SW Sam Jackson Park Rd
    Portland, OR 97239
    Recipient of 14
    hospital awards

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2024, 2023, 2022)

    Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2023)

    Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

    View all awards

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    88%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    4% higher than the national average

    80%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    5% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Legacy Meridian Park Medical Center

    19300 SW 65th Ave
    Tualatin, OR 97062
    Recipient of 5
    hospital awards

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2024, 2023, 2022)

    Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2023)

    Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

    View all awards

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    86%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    2% higher than the national average

    80%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    4% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Legacy Emanuel Medical Center

    2801 N Gantenbein Ave
    Portland, OR 97227

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    85%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    1% higher than the national average

    77%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    2% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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