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Dr. Chelsea Smithback, ND

Dr. Chelsea Smithback, ND

Family Medicine

Dr. Chelsea Smithback, ND is a family medicine specialist in Encinitas, CA. She graduated from Bastyr University Medical School in 2022. She is accepting new patients.

5 Star Rating
Based on 14 reviews 5 Star Rating (14 reviews)

Practice

531 Encinitas Blvd Ste 121 Encinitas, CA 92024
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Dr. Smithback is the best!!
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Dr. Smithback is the BEST doctor I've ever had! Her care, empathy, knowledge, relatability and enthusiasm is unmatched. She really takes the time to listen to her patients and never makes you feel rushed or silly for going into detail or asking questions. You can tell from the first meeting you have with her that she truly has such a passion for helping others and cares so deeply about her patients. Dr. Smithback listened intently to my medical history, never made me feel silly for stating my concerns (which so many other doctors have), and came up with a treatment plan tailored just for me. She has worked with me to adjust my treatment plan multiple times, and has never doubted what I'm telling her my body is experiencing. She has always made me feel like I have an ally, which I've learned is SO important to have in your doctor. Dr. Smithback is the absolute best and I will forever be grateful to her for how much she has helped me over the past year. Cannot recommend her enough!!
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
3 others found this helpful
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Apr 05, 2024
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Excellent doctor
I have multiple health issues related to toxin exposure. Dr Smith back listens intently and gave me a very detailed program. I can't say enough about her.
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
3 others found this helpful
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Debra – Feb 08, 2024
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Most caring Doctor ever
Dr Smithback is incredibly detailed and thorough and takes the necessary to fully understand your situation. She explains in detail the process of the treatment or therapy so it’s very clear what to expect.
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
3 others found this helpful
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Aug 17, 2023
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Getting healthy with Dr. Chelsea
I had my first PRP facial with Dr. Smithback. She was amazing and so knowledgeable about skin and the exact issues I was wanting to resolve. She very clearly explained the procedure and how PRP facial works on my skin and the medical benefits of it as well as other naturopathic treatments to treat my skin. It was a wonderful experience. She explained the different levels of the intensity very clearly. I chose to find the level that I felt comfortable with, and she explained everything in detail made me feel so relaxed. I’m so excited to see the results. Definitely had to try this, as I’m getting older and needing to get my wrinkles and sun spots corrected. Go treat yourself. Go to Dr. Smithback. You deserve a pick me up!
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
3 others found this helpful
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Aug 17, 2023
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Amazing!
Dr.Smithback is incredible. First and foremost Dr.Smithback takes the time to listen to your experience and asks great questions to dig deeper into understanding you as a person. By Dr.Smithback going the extra mile to understand my preexisting condition she was able to get to the root cause and help heal my body. I have had this diagnosis for 25 years and never had relief of the pain and symptoms until meeting her. Dr.Smithback changed my life. I am forever grateful, I found her. Highly recommend her to every person who is in need of a doctor!
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
3 others found this helpful
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Aug 16, 2023
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Immune IV
I mentioned I had an allergic reaction to B complex vitamins. She took my concern seriously and took out the B vitamins of my IV. She’s very attentive and caring!!
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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Jun 13, 2023
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Nutrient iv
Great place, feeling better already!
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Stan – Jun 11, 2023
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Exceptional and intelligent doctor
I recently had the pleasure of having Dr. Chelsea Smithback as my doctor for a PRP (platelet-rich plasma) procedure. From the moment I walked into Nature and Science Medicine I felt so welcomed, their front desk are wonderful and made scheduling a breeze. Dr. Smithback is extremely competent and knowledgeable about the procedure, and she took the time to thoroughly explain the process to me and answered all of my questions. She made sure I was comfortable and relaxed throughout the entire process, and I felt very confident in her. Even the blood draw Sera did, was effortlessly easy. Dr. Smithback thoroughly assessed my injury, made the procedure seamless, and gave me additional treatments for my injury to increase my recovery and healing. I had torn my ACL and had surgery and we did PRP for recovery and my knee felt so much better after. I was able to be back skiing so much earlier! I would highly recommend Dr. Smithback to anyone in need of a PRP procedure.
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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May 28, 2023
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A ray of hope!
Dr. Smithback is gentle, attentive, and professional. I got sick with mononucleosis early in college but didn't know it, and went to urgent care time and time again. They tested me for all of the common viruses, at one point told me I might have an allergic reaction, and said that they really did not know what I had. I had no energy, had the hardest time waking up, had dizziness, temperature changes, brain fog… I kept searching for answers but no place could tell me with certainty that I had mono since most people test positive for antibodies. Most doctors told me there was no treatment. Then I heard about Nature & Science from a friend. With the supplements Dr. Smithback prescribed, I am now back to normal in just 6 months. She is a God-send! She listened to every health concern I had and explained to me their causes. I have energy now, am able to exercise, focus well, and have better moods! Thank you Dr. Smithback!
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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May 25, 2023
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Amazing PRP Technician
Just finished my first PRP back appointment and in disbelief how easy that was. She’s very gentle and spends the time talking to you to ensure all questions are answered before starting. Go see her!
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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May 24, 2023
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Love Dr. Smithback!
She is personable, authentic and obviously extremely intelligent. I've also found her to be nurturing and compassionate. She also is a very good listener and articulate in her observations of my condition. Thank you Dr. Smithback!
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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May 18, 2023
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Patient and thorough
Dr Smithback was great. Not only did she answer all my questions- and there were a lot - but she went above and beyond with the prp injections. 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
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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May 14, 2023
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care philosophy

Dr. Smithbacks approach is very patient-centered and based on finding the root cause and treating with a variety of naturopathic modalities. She believes in the mind-body connection and the power each person has to take their health into their hands. 

biography

Dr. Chelsea Smithback is a state licensed naturopathic doctor. She practices primary care with specialities in skin health, mental health, women's health, hormones and sports medicine. Growing up in Germany, she was already accustomed to a...read more
  • Family Medicine

  • Adolescent Medicine

  • Adult Medicine

  • Men's Health Medicine

  • Women's Health Medicine

  • General Medical Practice

  • Family Sports Medicine

  • Nature & Science Medicine

    Residency Hospital, 2023
  • Bastyr University Medical School

    Medical School, 2022
  • Certified Nutritionist

    2021
  • Personal Training Certification

    2020
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    Nature & Science Medicine Naturopathic Clinic APC531 Encinitas Blvd Ste 121 Encinitas, CA 92024
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      • Mon: 10:00am - 5:00pm
      • Tue: 10:00am - 5:00pm
      • Wed: 10:00am - 5:00pm
      • Thu: 10:00am - 5:00pm
      • Fri: 10:00am - 5:00pm
      • Sat: 10:00am - 5:00pm
      • Sun: 10:00am - 5:00pm
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