Patient Rating
Patients consistently describe Dr. Smolinski as attentive and compassionate, noting that she listens carefully and makes them feel heard. She is praised for clear, thorough explanations and for walking patients through diagnoses, treatment options, and next steps in an understandable way while involving them in decisions. Many patients report effective, reassuring care—comfortable procedures, helpful follow-up, and a responsive team—and say they would recommend her.
Generated via Patient Reviews
The patient rating score is an average of all responses on our patient experience survey. The rating averages scores for all questions about care from our providers. The scale on which responses are measured is 1 to 5 with 5 being the best score.
Patient comments are gathered from our patient experience survey and displayed in their entirety. For the convenience of our visitors, some patient comments have been translated from their original language into English while preserving their original meaning as accurately as possible. Patients are de-identified for confidentiality and patient privacy.
Board Certification and Academic Information
| Academic Departments |
Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation
-Assistant Professor (Clinical) |
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Education history
| Undergraduate | Comprehensive Science - Villanova University | B.S. |
|---|---|---|
| Undergraduate | Hispanic Studies Program: Medical Spanish and Art History of Spain - University of Virginia | |
| Professional Medical | Osteopathic Medicine - Edward Via College of Osteopathic Medicine | D.O. |
| Residency | Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation - University of Washington School of Medicine | Resident |
| Chief Resident | Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation - University of Washington School of Medicine | Chief Resident |
| Fellowship | Interventional Spine and Musculoskeletal Medicine - University of Utah Spencer Fox Eccles School of Medicine | Fellow |
My 1st. Appointment with her. She was very nice
Dr Smolinski is caring and attentive. She helps you to make informative decisions on what is best to move forward.
As a physician myself, I would rate her extremely high. She is extremely knowledgeable and offered detailed explanations of the underlying problems and treatment options. Highly recommended.
A dedicated doctor true to the patients needs I felt as if I had the presidents insurance although im a medicaid recipient.
After the procedure I had, her care was so flawless I was amazed. I would recommend her to anyone!
She was very knowledgeable, caring & courteous
Professional, competent, yet pleasant and friendly
She is a very very good doctor, I loved being cared for by her. ery good doctor
She gave me clear information on the procedure and the benefits. During the first doctor visit I was given a clear understanding on what the issue was and several options.
Dr Smolinski really hears what I say! She cares about me! Thank you Dr Smolinski
She was the only doctor I have seen who actually palpitated the area of pain that I indicated .
Very nice. Spoke of my situation to both my husband and me. I knew she was concerned about my situation but with discussion I was satisfied with our decision.
Procedure was comfortable and I already feel a difference thank you
Dr Smolinski heard what I had to say and responded with great empathy. I am very pleased!
Dr. Smolinski is the best physician I have met in a long time. I hope to keep her for life.
Dr. Smolinski is an absolute treasure. I hope to retain her for my physician and care provider for life.
Still very nice. [TRANSLATED]
She's the best provider I have been visiting in the last 3 years she was fast resolving my health issues I was dealing for over 3 years she resolved it in less off 2 months I really feel grateful having her as my provider thank you.
I made an appointment with Dr Katherine Somolinksy at UU Greenwood center on [DATE REMOVED]. I was asked if it is ok to have her and intern Doc see me at the same time. I said ok understand I will be seen by Dr Somolinksy plus interns. But NOT, I was seen by intern, and Dr Somolinksy only came say hi. After my visit Dr ordered MRI and gave me a list of UU radiology to schedule MRI. My earliest appointment can only be made on [DATE REMOVED]. Even I tried many attempts to move earlier, I was told insurance approval take 10 days. I accepted [DATE REMOVED] appointment, then on [DATE REMOVED] the radiation office called telling me Dr office has never signed the note, so they can't submit MRI request to get insurance pre-authorization. I feel Dr Katherine Solomonski practice does not treat my case with care at all. First does not diagnose my pain herself then no one sign the patient note.
Dr Smolinski listens to me and I never feel rushed. I feel like she cares and looks for different options to fit my needs and situation.
Dr. Smolinski has held my hand through my injury. In doing so, I felt heard and cared for. My pain is now manageable with a good deal to her help. I am healing and happy. Thank you!
Very considerate
Very professional and personable, she explained stuff for the regular guy to understand
Very positive meeting!
She's the best!
Dr is always kind and efficient easy to talk to and does a great job with treatment
Professional while kind and caring. I felt that I was in good hands the entire time I was there.
She is a good doctor
The Best!!!
Very caring, great listener. Excellent!!! Highly recommend Dr. Smolinski..the best
She was thorough. I addressed all my concerns and answered all my questions. She suggested treatment and a follow up appointment.
Very caring. I feel comfortable with her decisions
Dr Smolinski is very personal, professional and knows what she is doing. She's great!
The doctor was quite calm and gentle and portrayed a very competent friendly Karen person that put me at ease, knowing that she really cared about my comfort as she would about the procedure in my spine explanation
Dr. Smolinski is friendly, effecient, and knowledgeable.
I would highly recommend Dr. Smolinski. She was professional, caring, knowledgeable, and explained everything she was doing. Made me feel like she really cared about me.
Dr. Smolinski and her staff respected my overall health as demonstrated with personal caring and professional attentiveness for my medical needs.
Exceptional experience right from the start. I would highly recommend her to anyone in her scope of practice.
She's simply the best. Compassionate, interested, wants to help you get back to your normal self
Did her job, able, competent very professional.
Dr. Smolenski is Wonderful! [TRANSLATED]
Dr. Smolinski is simply amazing. My first experience with her was when I fractured my spine and couldn't get in to my regular doctor for weeks. I was able to get an appointment with her within days and haven't looked back.
Very impressed with Dr. Smolinski. She explained everything very well to me.
Do. Smolinski is caring and professional. she was very concerned about the effects I had experienced and how my pain had gone away. She was thorough in all the questions shed made.
Excellent professional [TRANSLATED]
Just did a great job. Again. Very attentive, very professional.
She was over-the-top empathetic, understanding and professional. I've never been treated with greater respect in a health care setting.
Dr. Smolinski is kind, patient, caring, and a good listener.
Dr. Smolinski is compassionate and knowledgeable. She helped me make an informed decision about how proceed with pain due to my herniated disc. The procedure went smoothly. I would highly recommend her to anyone!
Dr. Smolinski is so helpful in coming up with a plan to help you through your pain.
Friendly and personable, highly recommended
She absolutely listens to you and takes the time needed to come up with a care plan. I She is the greatest.
Caring ,gracious,concerned and efficient
Dr. Smolinski takes the time to listen to her patients, and involves you in decisions about your care. She is kind and respectful in her delivery of information and is sure to answer all my questions. Her team has gone above and beyond more than once to ensure I was taken care of. Her bedside manner is impeccable and she is excellent when performing injections. I couldn't imaging seeing anyone else for my back issues, now that I have been under her care.
Dr. Smolinski was caring, friendly, and skilled
Easy going and procedural excellence
She never showed up to treat me, she had a meeting during clinical hours. She has time management issues, she canÕt manage patient and work related meetings.
It would be an improvement if she had actually done a better introduction, right in the room. Long drive for little.
Kate Smolinski has provided excellent care making I knew and understood the available options and the associated risks. I feel confident in the care she provides.
Excellent choice for this procedure.
She is a great doctor that will help you make a good decision on handling your health.
Dr Smolinski is wonderful. Extremely caring and professional.
The information and direction offered was very helpful
She is Excellent!!
We liked her. She was informative, personable.
She's She's no nonsense, straight to the point, person.
Totally trustworthy and sincere
She's my new favorite doctor.
She's incredible. She explains things and listens. Like her slit. Would recommend her.
I have seen Dr. Smolinski for spine pain and have always felt like she had my best interest at heart. It mean a lot to have someone listen.
Absolutely love Dr. Smolinski! She takes time to listen to your concerns. Always explains everything in detail. Dr. Smolinski will answer all your questions! She is the best!
Dr. Smolinski took the time to understand my medical history, hear my concerns/ goals and develop a care plan that helps me achieve a new level of health.
She was very professional and caring plus a very good listener and very patient & helpful plus explained things in a way I could understand.
Listens to your situation and helps you make a decision. Very personable!
Dr. Smolinski has been a great Doctor for me. She is thorough, easy to interact with and very knowledgeable and in her field. I have gotten some very good diagnostics for my chronic ongoing problems.
Dr. Smolinski is very kind and answers every question I had. She got me in for treatment right away. I appreciate her attentiveness to my issues.
Dr. Smolinski treats patients with respect and understanding of their personal situation. It means a lot to those of us who need help with medical concerns. Thank you Dr. Smolinski!
Great doctor and staff.
Dr. Smolinski explores all options and makes me part of the decision making process. She's the greatest.
Extremely capable and willing to take time with me so I understood the treatment and the steps to full recovery.
Easy to talk to, listens to me, explains things well. The person I spoke with on the phone to schedule my PT visits commented-in a positive way on Dr. Smolinski's notes on my referral. I would recommend her to anyone that asked.
Dr. was thoughtful courteous, friendly, professional. She's a credit to your hospitial
She is very personable, easy to talk to and I felt like she listened to all my concerns patiently answering my questions.
Dr. Smolinski was a very sweet and caring person I really enjoyed her.
Thank you very much.
I would recommend Dr. Smolinski given the care and understanding she gave me. A kind hearted doctor who made me feel at ease. I felt like my issues with pain were addressed.
Dr. Smolinski was wonderful, helpful and respectful!
Dr. was very respectful.
There should be more healthcare professionals like Dr. Smolinski and her team. Highly recommend.
Don't think twice - she's that good!
Dr. Smolinski has been amazing in assessing my needs and extremely sincere and helpful with my care.
Dr Smolisky is so caring, professional and easy to talk to. I felt at ease with her explanation of my neck ablation. I highly recommend her. She is great!!!
Dr. Smolinski is fantastic. She really wants to deliver the best care possible for you and help you have an enjoyable life. I appreciate her so much for helping me!
Very thorough in her explanation of my situation, clear directions/description of what happens next with me. Easy setting up the appointment, took her time explaining situation to me. So happy to have questions cleared up. I presented to ER, then U of U, then to rehab with no clear information about what happened next, or how long I'll be wearing this back brace, Dr. Smolinski cleared up my questions.
She is amazing She explained everything I needed to know about my situation. And told me everything about my next step to helping me with chronic pain.
Very bright, attentive and good problem solver
A great doctor and communicater
She good
Such a wonderful doctor! Professional, skilled and so kind. She talked me through the procedure the entire time and made it easy! Superb doctor
Katharine is someone I could talk to about anything. And she listen to what I have to say
Excellent doctor
Very knowledgeable and professional very thorough on her decision about what needs to be done
Dr. Smolinski is extremely very compassionate physicial very theral or careful of diagnosis to do and medicines she wants to prescribed. I like her.
She listened and came up with solutions which I needed, as I had expressed reaching my limit with pain. Very grateful. She's kind, relatable, professional, and solution oriented.
I could not ask for a better Doctor visit and staff were excellent.
I have nothing to say...I'm gonna give her a chance but DAM why the lack of compassion when it comes to the pain...when previously only a general practice person fixed it right !!!!
She explained my situation to me with simple words
She is so kind and made it known what she was doing during the whole procedure. She is amazing.
Great doctor
Dr. Smolinski takes time to listen, and shows she cares.
Great Doctor, listens and explains things
Very nice and helpful
she was very nice and seemedinterested in me
Dr. Katharine A Smolinski is the best, she cared about my issues and explained carefully how, why and what to do and suggestion were explained that told her advise
Only my first visit, but I'm hopeful for the first time, in a very long time. Very nice and caring!
Dr. Smolinski is very personal and answers all questions. She is very helpful in seeking alternatives that helped my situation.
She understands your need. And she gives a good advices.
I really the visit it nice to have someone listen to you
Very pleasant and knew about my issues. Arranged for the back procedure I need
Dr. Smolinski is so very pleasant and interested in what needed to be done and explained about it. She sat directly opposite me and seemed entirely interested in me and my needs for the visit
I'd give her 5 out of 5 stars. She was great. Explained things well and very nice.
Both Dr Smolinski and her assistant Jarod are first-rate¿ informed and informative, never rushed, and clear in their explanations and suggestions. Well worth the drive to South Jordan!
Cant say enough good things about her. She is a true credit to her profession. I would see her for any condition regardless of her specialty.
Ms Smolinski, Dr Smolinski was able to go straight to the heart of the matter, something a pain doctor and a physical therapist could not do after months of treatment. Ms Smolinski's name was pulled out of a hat... the first available appointment... so I was uncertain what quality of care I would receive. Pleasantly surprised... and more.