Dr. Clark Smith, MD
Forensic Psychiatrist
9820 Willow Creek Rd, Suite #295, San Diego, CA 92131
At a glance
3.86 stars (7 reviews)
77% are satisfied with this provider ·
Has 20+ years of experience
Graduated from University of Arizona, Doctor of Medicine
Works at Recovery Works San Diego
Speaks English
3.86
7 reviews
Bedside manner
4.2
Wait time
4.6
Recent reviews
My visit to Dr. Smith was very helpful!! He listens carefully to the patient and tries his best to understand what the patient is saying between the lines! He has a very nice office, and his staff are very welcoming!!
September 9, 2016Initials hidden
My sessions with Recovery works have been very successful and I learned a lot about my own behaviour as well as how to handle my self in life situations like sorrow, depression, anger, fear
More than 1 year agoSG
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Popular visit reasons
Addiction / Substance Abuse
Alcoholism
Group Therapy
Mental Competency Evaluation
Psychiatry Consultation
Addiction / Substance Abuse
Alcoholism
Group Therapy
Mental Competency Evaluation
More about Dr. Clark Smith, MD
Clark Smith, M.D., DFAPA, is a nationally recognized expert in the evaluation and treatment of physicians, nurses, law enforcement officers and attorneys with alcohol and chemical dependency issues. Dr. Smith has worked extensively with the courts, professional licensing boards and the media to provide accurate information regarding chemical dependency and psychiatric illness treatment and recovery, while dispelling damaging and stigmatizing stereotypes.
After graduating from medical school at the University of Arizona, Dr. Smith completed an Internal Medicine internship and worked as an emergency medicine physician while completing specialty training in Psychiatry at UC San Diego. He was Chief Resident at UCSD Medical Center, Chief of Staff at Mesa Vista Hospital, and then founding Medical Director of the Sharp McDonald Center/Vista Pacifica Chemical Dependency Recovery Hospital, from 1989 to 2012.
Dr. Smith is board-certified in Addiction and Forensic Psychiatry, and also in Pain Medicine. He is past president of the San Diego Psychiatric Society, the San Diego Psych-Law Society, and currently serves on the California Psychiatric Association Judicial Action Committee. He is also an Adjunct Professor in Forensic Studies at Alliant University in San Diego.
Education & experience
Education
Medical School - University of Arizona, Doctor of Medicine
Samaritan Medical Center, Internship in Internal Medicine
University of California, San Diego, Residency in Psychiatry
Practice
Recovery Works San Diego
Certifications
American Board of Pain Medicine
American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology
Addiction Psychiatry (Psychiatry and Neurology)
Forensic Psychiatry (Psychiatry and Neurology)
Psychiatry (Psychiatry and Neurology)
Professional memberships
American Psychiatric Association
American Academy of Psychiatry and the Law
San Diego Psych Law Society
Background
Languages spoken
English
Gender
Male
NPI number
#1518049212
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Patient reviews
All reviews have been submitted by patients after interacting with the practice.
Overall rating
3.86
Wait time
4.60
Bedside manner
4.20
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My visit to Dr. Smith was very helpful!! He listens carefully to the patient and tries his best to understand what the patient is saying between the lines! He has a very nice office, and his staff are very welcoming!!
September 9, 2016Initials hidden
My sessions with Recovery works have been very successful and I learned a lot about my own behaviour as well as how to handle my self in life situations like sorrow, depression, anger, fear
More than 1 year agoSG
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What practice does Dr. Clark Smith work with?
Dr. Clark Smith works with Recovery Works San Diego.
Where is Dr. Clark Smith's office located?
Dr. Clark Smith's office is located at 9820 Willow Creek Rd, San Diego, CA 92131.
Which board certifications does Dr. Clark Smith have?
Dr. Clark Smith is certified by American Board of Pain Medicine, American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology, Addiction Psychiatry (Psychiatry and Neurology), Forensic Psychiatry (Psychiatry and Neurology), and Psychiatry (Psychiatry and Neurology).
What languages does Dr. Clark Smith speak?
Dr. Clark Smith speaks English.
How do patients rate Dr. Clark Smith in reviews?
7 patients have reviewed Dr. Clark Smith. The overall rating for this doctor is 3.86/5. They have a 4.2/5 rating for bedside manner and a 4.6/5 rating for wait time. You can read individual reviews and ratings on their profile.