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Dr. Paul Smith, MD

Dr. Paul Smith, MD

Dermatopathology*
60+ years of experience

Dr. Paul Smith, MD is a dermatopathologist in Santa Monica, CA and has over 60 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA AT LOS ANGELES / CENTER FOR HEALTH SCIENCES in 1964. He is affiliated with Providence Saint John's Health Center. He is accepting new patients.

4 Star Rating
Based on 8 reviews 4 Star Rating (8 reviews)

Practice

2001 Santa Monica Blvd Ste 990W Santa Monica, CA 90404

Make an Appointment

(310) 829-4484

At a Glance

  • Areas of Expertise
    Dr. Smith specializes in the areas of Dermatology & Dermatopathology. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    America’s 50 Best Hospitals for Surgical Excellence Award™ • See hospitals
  • Practices at Highly Recommended Hospital
    Patients recommend this hospital to family and friends. • See hospitals
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Dr. Smith's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Smith

4.0
8 ratings, 2 with a written review
5 star
75%
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4 star
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1 star
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I have been going to Dr. smith for almost 3 years now.I drive 2 1/2 hours every 5 weeks to see him and I would seriously drive 5 hours or even out of state to see him. He listens to me and has helped me with my issue since no other doctor has seemed to help out. I have acne rosacea with rhinophyma and we have created a regimen for me to take when I feel like I'm getting an outbreak and it has prevented me from getting another serious outbreak again. Dr. Smith is a lifesaver to me and and I am truly thankful for him and his staff. You won't be disappointed if you go there. Thank you so much Dr. Smith and staff P.s. my boys love going there while I get my ipl treatment.
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
Helpful
Vanessa – Feb 27, 2020
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I rate Dr Smith as Excellent. His office squeezed me in for an urgent office visit. He is experienced and very knowledgable. He explains and listens patiently. You don't feel rushed, and you feel that you are in capable 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
4 others found this helpful
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M S Broussard in Santa Monica, Ca – Mar 21, 2016
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About Me

biography

Dr. Paul Smith, MD is a dermatopathologist in Santa Monica, CA and has over 60 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA AT LOS ANGELES / CENTER FOR HEALTH SCIENCES in 1964. He is affiliated with Providence Saint John's Health Center. He is accepting new patients.

  • Dermatopathology

  • Dermatology

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  • University Of California At Los Angeles / Center For Health Sciences

    Medical School, 1964
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Dermatology®
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Dermatology
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Dermatopathology
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Locations

Practice

Santa Monica Dermatology Medical Group2001 Santa Monica Blvd Ste 990W Santa Monica, CA 90404
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Providence Saint John's Health Center

    2121 Santa Monica Blvd
    Santa Monica, CA 90404
    Recipient of 16
    hospital awards

    America’s 50 Best Hospitals for Surgical Excellence Award™ (2025, 2023)

    Superior clinical outcomes in surgical care across 15 of the most common in-hospital surgical procedures including cardiac, vascular, joint replacement, prostate, spine, and gastrointestinal surgeries

    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2024)

    Superior clinical outcomes in surgical care across 15 of the most common in-hospital surgical procedures including cardiac, vascular, joint replacement, prostate, spine, and gastrointestinal surgeries

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

    83%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    1% lower than the national average

    78%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    2% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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