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Dr. Ellen Smith, DO

Dr. Ellen Smith, DO

Family Medicine*
30+ years of experience

Dr. Ellen Smith, DO is a family medicine physician in Indio, CA and has over 30 years of experience in the medical field. She graduated from Western University of Health Sciences in 1990. She is affiliated with medical facilities such as St. Bernardine Medical Center and City of Hope Helford Clinical Research Hospital. She is accepting new patients.

2.6 Star Rating
Based on 14 reviews 2.6 Star Rating (14 reviews)

Practice

81767 Doctor Carreon Blvd Ste 201 Indio, CA 92201

At a Glance

  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. See hospitals
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Dr. Smith's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Smith

2.6

14 ratings, 3 with a written review
5 Star
36%
36%
4 Star
0%
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3 Star
7%
7%
2 Star
7%
7%
1 Star
50%
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
4 people found this helpful
Helpful
Feb 06, 2019
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
3 people found this helpful
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May 11, 2018
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Staff wasn't friendly
9 people found this helpful
Helpful
Shannon Todriguez in La Quinta, CA – Feb 15, 2016
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About Me

care philosophy

I am proud to be part of the Optum family of primary care doctors, specialists, and care teams focused on providing care for people ages 65+. At Optum, my team and I help you reach your personal health goals. We focus on your total well-being while...read more
  • Family Medicine

  • Geriatric Medicine

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  • Western University Of Health Sciences

    Medical School, 1990
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Locations

Practice

Coachella Valley Care Medical Associates Inc.81767 Doctor Carreon Blvd Ste 201 Indio, CA 92201
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • St. Bernardine Medical Center

    2101 N Waterman Ave
    San Bernardino, CA 92404
    Recipient of 2
    hospital awards

    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

    74%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    2% lower than the national average

    View all patient feedback
  • City of Hope Helford Clinical Research Hospital

    1500 Duarte Rd
    Duarte, CA 91010
  • Redlands Community Hospital

    350 Terracina Blvd
    Redlands, CA 92373
    Recipient of 15
    hospital awards

    America’s 50 Best Hospitals for Surgical Excellence Award™ (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

    View all awards

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

    87%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    3% higher than the national average

    74%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    2% lower than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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