Overview
Kate Smiley, MD is a board-certified General Surgeon at Intermountain Health’s Jerry & Kathleen Grundhofer Clinic in Park City, Utah. She supports patients in Park City, Snyderville, Kamas, and other surrounding communities, with clinical interests in minimally invasive abdominal surgery (laparoscopic and robotic), the treatment of breast conditions, and improving access to surgical care worldwide. When patients meet with her, she wants them to know she is a partner in their health and seeks to improve their well-being, with a positive and effective experience during consultations.Dr. Smiley is excited about the advancements in surgical technology and improved imaging techniques, which contribute to more accurate diagnoses and enhanced treatment outcomes. She brings a patient-centered approach, prioritizing her patients' needs and working collaboratively with them to achieve their healthcare goals.Dr. Smiley is a Kentuckian who fell in love with Utah during her surgical training in Salt Lake City. She is honored to join Intermountain Healthcare’s team of caregivers in the Wasatch Back. Outside of work, she is the proud mom of two young children, and enjoys skiing, yoga, indoor cycling, and hiking with her family.
Her clinical expertise encompasses Cholecystitis, Ogilvie Syndrome, Hernia, Hernia Surgery, and Appendectomy.
Dr. Smiley is board certified in American Board Of Surgery. She is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 2 peer reviewed articles. Dr. Smiley is currently accepting new patients.
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Locations
900 Round Valley Drive, Suite 200, Park City, UT 84060
Clinical Research
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Katherine E. Smiley
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Katherine E. Smiley?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Katherine E. Smiley by calling their office at 435-658-7400. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Katherine E. Smiley a top-rated expert for Cholecystitis?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Katherine E. Smiley is classified as an Experienced expert for Cholecystitis, meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.
What conditions does Dr. Katherine E. Smiley specialize in?
While Dr. Katherine E. Smiley is a General Surgery, they have specific expertise in Cholecystitis, Ogilvie Syndrome, and Hernia. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within General Surgery.
Does Dr. Katherine E. Smiley participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Katherine E. Smiley has published 2 articles and abstracts on conditions like Cholecystitis. You can view a list of Dr. Katherine E. Smiley's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Katherine E. Smiley accept my insurance?
Dr. Katherine E. Smiley accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 435-658-7400 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
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- Acute PancreatitisDr. Smiley isExperienced. Learn about Acute Pancreatitis.
- AppendectomyDr. Smiley isExperienced. Learn about Appendectomy.
- CellulitisDr. Smiley isExperienced. Learn about Cellulitis.
- CholecystitisDr. Smiley isExperienced. Learn about Cholecystitis.
- CholedocholithiasisDr. Smiley isExperienced. Learn about Choledocholithiasis.
- Gallbladder DiseaseDr. Smiley isExperienced. Learn about Gallbladder Disease.
- Gallbladder RemovalDr. Smiley isExperienced. Learn about Gallbladder Removal.
- GallstonesDr. Smiley isExperienced. Learn about Gallstones.
- HerniaDr. Smiley isExperienced. Learn about Hernia.
- Hernia SurgeryDr. Smiley isExperienced. Learn about Hernia Surgery.
- Mesenteric Artery IschemiaDr. Smiley isExperienced. Learn about Mesenteric Artery Ischemia.
- NecrosisDr. Smiley isExperienced. Learn about Necrosis.
- Ogilvie SyndromeDr. Smiley isExperienced. Learn about Ogilvie Syndrome.
- Peptic UlcerDr. Smiley isExperienced. Learn about Peptic Ulcer.
- Small Bowel ResectionDr. Smiley isExperienced. Learn about Small Bowel Resection.
- Umbilical HerniaDr. Smiley isExperienced. Learn about Umbilical Hernia.