Marcela C. Smid,
MD, MS, MA
Languages Spoken: Czech, English, Spanish
Marcela C. Smid, M.D. M.A. M.S., is an Assistant Professor in the division of Maternal-Fetal Medicine. She cares for women with pregnancies complicated by a variety of maternal and fetal conditions. Dr. Smid’s research interests include substance abuse, opioid epidemic, the global maternal obesity epidemic, pregnancy after bariatric surgery, evidence-based care during cesarean delivery and care for women in underserved populations. She speaks Spanish and enjoys working with Spanish-speaking women.
Clinical Locations
801-213-4500
Obstetrics & Gynecology, Clinic 4
801-213-4133
Specialties
Board Certification and Academic Information
| Academic Departments | Obstetrics/Gynecology
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Assistant Professor (Clinical) |
| Academic Divisions | Maternal-Fetal Medicine |
| Board Certification | American Board of Preventive Medicine (Addiction Medicine) American Board of Obstetrics & Gynecology (Sub: Maternal-Fetal Medicine) American Board of Obstetrics & Gynecology |
Patient Rating
The Patient Rating score is an average of all responses to care provider related questions on our nationally-recognized Press Ganey Patient Satisfaction Survey.
Responses are measured on a scale of 1 to 5 with 5 being the best score.
Likelihood of recommending care provider
4.8/ 5
Care provider spoke using clear language
4.8/ 5
Care provider's explanation of condition/problem
4.8/ 5
My confidence in care provider
4.8/ 5
Care provider's effort to include me in decisions
4.9/ 5
Wait time at clinic
4.3/ 5
Time care provider spent with me
4.8/ 5
Care provider's concern for questions & worries
4.8/ 5
Care provider's friendliness and courtesy
4.9/ 5
Patient Comments
Patient comments are gathered from our Press Ganey Patient Satisfaction Survery and displayed in their entirety. Patients are de-identified for confidentiality and patient privacy.
UofU Patient
September 11, 2019
I love how my questions and concerns are answered with love and care. everything is done to my fullest knowledge and understanding
UofU Patient
July 10, 2019
Dr. Smid is amazing. I was having my first miscarriage and she was so caring and concerned.
UofU Patient
June 14, 2019
Dr Smid and her staff are all caring and knowledgeable. They offer many resources that go beyond what is expected
UofU Patient
May 05, 2019
Dr. Smid is a wonderful and genuine doctor she takes the time to explain things to you and make you feel comfortable and doesn't judge. she really helped me through my treatment and pregnancy.
UofU Patient
April 26, 2019
Excellent clinic for people in recovery
UofU Patient
March 29, 2019
she's very professionall and always gives me options.
UofU Patient
March 29, 2019
Marcela and Jasmine are the most caring dr.'s I have ever encountered I am very greatful to them both
UofU Patient
February 11, 2019
She is really friendly but keeps her professionalism.
UofU Patient
February 08, 2019
I love Dr. Smid. This is the second child I am having under her care!
UofU Patient
January 16, 2019
Dr. Smid was very friendly but professional. She talked to me until I understood everything that I needed to do. She went over all the information in detail and she took her time.
UofU Patient
October 31, 2018
Loved, loved, LOVED Dr. Smid. She's fantastic!
UofU Patient
October 21, 2018
Dr. Marcela Smid is one of the best doctors I've ever met. It is very easy to talk to her about everything going on in my pregnancy.
UofU Patient
July 03, 2018
Very caring provider. Took the time to answer all my questions. Would highly recommend to others.
UofU Patient
June 22, 2018
This was my first visit with Dr. Smid and she was absolutely amazing. Love her personality and all the information she provided. I trust that I will be in excellent hands with her care.
UofU Patient
February 09, 2018
I love Dr Smid! She is so friendly and she genuinely cares for me and listens to and addresses all of my concerns with great care. She's funny and personable and extremely knowledgeable about my specific health conditions. I couldn't ask for a better doctor!
UofU Patient
June 08, 2017
I'm thrilled to have her as my provider. I think she is excellent.
UofU Patient
May 12, 2017
Dr. Smid is extremely knowledgeable and extremely personable.
Marcela C. Smid, M.D. M.A. M.S., is an Assistant Professor in the division of Maternal-Fetal Medicine. She cares for women with pregnancies complicated by a variety of maternal and fetal conditions. Dr. Smid’s research interests include substance abuse, opioid epidemic, the global maternal obesity epidemic, pregnancy after bariatric surgery, evidence-based care during cesarean delivery and care for women in underserved populations. She speaks Spanish and enjoys working with Spanish-speaking women.
Academic Locations
School of Medicine
801-581-8425
Board Certification and Academic Information
| Academic Departments | Obstetrics/Gynecology
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Assistant Professor (Clinical) |
| Academic Divisions | Maternal-Fetal Medicine |
| Board Certification | American Board of Preventive Medicine (Addiction Medicine) American Board of Obstetrics & Gynecology (Sub: Maternal-Fetal Medicine) American Board of Obstetrics & Gynecology |
Education History
| Fellowship | University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill Maternal Fetal Medicine Fellow |
| Chief Resident | University of Chicago Medical Center Obstetrics and Gynecology Academic Chief Resident |
| Residency | University of Chicago Medical Center Obstetrics and Gynecology Resident |
| Internship | University of Chicago Medical Center Obstetrics and Gynecology Intern |
| Professional Medical | University of California, San Francisco/University of California, Berkeley Joint Medical Program M.D. |
| Graduate Training | University of California, Berkeley Health and Medical Sciences M.S. |
| Graduate Training | Case Western Reserve University Medical Anthropology, Concentration: International Health M.A. |
| Undergraduate | Case Western Reserve University Major: Medical Anthropology; Minors: Chemistry, Art History B.A. |
Selected Publications - Journal Articles
Journal Article
- Smid MC (2019). Marijuana use among young pregnant women: more common and more harmful than we think. BJOG, 126(12), 1498.
- Smid MC, Stone NM, Baksh L, Debbink MP, Einerson BD, Varner MW, Gordon AJ, Clark EAS (2020). Pregnancy-Associated Death in Utah: Contribution of Drug-Induced Deaths. Obstet Gynecol, 133(6), 1131-1140.