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Dr. Scott Smith, DPM

Dr. Scott Smith, DPM

Podiatry*

Dr. Scott Smith, DPM is a podiatry specialist in Monterey, CA. He is affiliated with Community Hospital of the Monterey Peninsula. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4.6 Star Rating
Based on 133 reviews 4.6 Star Rating (133 reviews)

Practice

12 Upper Ragsdale Dr Monterey, CA 93940
Telehealth available

Make an Appointment

(831) 648-7200

Dr. Smith is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Podiatry

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  • Above average experience
  • Good hospital quality
  • Good patient ratings
  • No healthcare sanctions
  • 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
    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ • See hospitals
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Dr. Smith's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Smith

4.6
133 ratings, 95 with a written review
5 star
89%
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4 star
2%
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3 star
0%
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2 star
2%
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1 star
8%
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Super friendly
Although I had a longer wait than anticipated Dr. Smith was very personable and helpful in trying to figure out what the best course of action would be with my problem.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Long wait times
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Apr 26, 2025
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Perfect. Terrific.
Post op visit. Dr. Smith explained everything. Timing. Prognosis. Knowledgeable. Caring. On time. His staff is great also.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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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Mar 25, 2025
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Excellent operation
Clean, impressive staff, detailed evaluation, courteous and lots of smiles, what more can I ask for?
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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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Jim from carmel – Mar 21, 2025
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The long wait was worth it!
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Long wait times
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Paul – Mar 14, 2025
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Excellent At Diagnosis & Explanation
Went to 2 podiatrists Dr Smith nailed what he felt was wrong after 1 year of plantar swelling making it hard to do my long distance hiking & trail running. I felt so relieved just talking to him as I feared this could be chronic with no solution. He put me at ease & I feel just happy that I will be able to get back on trails again.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
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Patricia – Mar 14, 2025
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I like Dr. Smith
The wait time was ridiculous. They tell me to be there 15 minutes early even early even though I have filled out all the forms online. My appointment was at 10:00. I arrived at 9:45. I didn’t get called until 10:50. I waited in the exam room another 10 minutes before Dr. Smith came in. This happens s every time I go to this office. If I was 15 minutes late late to my appointment I would be charged for it and then I would probably have to reschedule. This is unacceptable!!
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Long wait times
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Mar 04, 2025
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Knowledgeable and friendly
This was my first time seeing Dr. Smith. He was very kind and knowledgeable. We discussed options and decided on a plan of care. He and his staff were very nice and I look forward to seeing him again.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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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Sherri – Feb 23, 2025
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Visit with Dr. Scott Smith
Dr. Smith is the best in the business. Truly excellent podiatrist.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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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Feb 15, 2025
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Very professional, knowledgeable, efficient, helpful
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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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Feb 12, 2025
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Very helpful and friendly.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Feb 05, 2025
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Great Foot Dictor
Dr Scott Smith is all I could ask for in a Surgeon-great team too!
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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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Jan 29, 2025
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Kind, Positive, and Knowledgeable
Dr. Smith has made, what could be a difficult and stressful experience, a relatively easy and painless one. He’s very good at explaining what he’s doing and why he’s doing it. Dr. Smith is very positive and informative. He also repeats himself to make sure that you understand what he is saying. It’s easy to get bombarded with a lot of information and forget some things, which is why I really appreciate the repetition.I would recommend Dr. Smith and Melanie to anyone.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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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Paul – Jan 28, 2025
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You’ll wish all your providers were this good
Dr Smith is a top clinician with a warm and empathetic manner. He loves his job and is great at explaining everything, listening, and performing precise pain-free foot injections. The visit could not have gone smoother for me. I feel like I got the best care possible. I highly recommend seeing Dr Smith.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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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Chelsea – Jan 18, 2025
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Informative, Direct and Approachable
Appointment did not feel like a waste of time and Dr. Smith gave the impression that he cared
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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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Jan 10, 2025
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Great experience
Great experience with Dr Smith and his office.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Jan 07, 2025
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Quickly diagnosed and treated. Pleasant manner, asked several questions and isolated possibilities.X-rays affirmed.Only negative was the hour spent in the waiting room-BUT, he does not rush the patient! Highly recommend
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Long wait times
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Dec 28, 2024
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Caring Thoughtful
Dr. Smith is thorough and very kind.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Long wait times
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Dec 27, 2024
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Best Podiatrist in town
Very thorough in his examination and breaks down options and treatments that are easy to understand.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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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Tom S – Dec 21, 2024
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Compassion
I am six weeks into foot surgery recovery. Dr Smith has had great communication during our appointments. I appreciate his taking the time when we visit to make sure I have all the information I want. Thank you Dr Smith
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Long wait times
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RSW – Dec 21, 2024
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Fixed My Broken Toe!
Dr. Smith and his staff are super cool. Everyone is friendly and personable. Dr. Smith moonlights as a comedian, and this is how it should be with every doctor. Even though my broken toe hurt when I came to Dr. Smith's office, I left with a huge smile on my face. He completely fixed my broken toe, and it was painless. Give it up for Dr. Smith!
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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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Bradley – Dec 20, 2024
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About Me

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Dr. Scott Smith, DPM is a podiatry specialist in Monterey, CA. He is affiliated with Community Hospital of the Monterey Peninsula. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

  • Podiatry

*Healthgrades does not verify qualifications for medical specialties. Please verify your provider's specialty and qualifications directly with your provider and applicable medical board.

  • California School Of Podiatric Medicine

    Medical School

  • English

  • Spanish

Dr. Smith is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Podiatry

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    Locations

    Practice

    Christopher M Meckel MD PC12 Upper Ragsdale Dr Monterey, CA 93940
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    • Call
    • Fax
    • Hours
      • Mon: 8:00am - 5:00pm
      • Tue: 8:00am - 5:00pm
      • Wed: 8:00am - 5:00pm
      • Thu: 8:00am - 5:00pm
      • Fri: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Directions
    Office21 Lower Ragsdale Dr Monterey, CA 93940
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    Affiliated Hospitals

    • Community Hospital of the Monterey Peninsula

      23625 Holman Hwy
      Monterey, CA 93940
      Recipient of 23
      hospital awards

      America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 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

      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

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

      82%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      2% lower than the national average

      81%
      Patients who gave a rating of 9 or 10

      15% higher than the national average

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