About
Dr. Stephen Smiley grew up in the Tri-Cities, attending Pasco High School before earning his undergraduate degree from the University of Washington. After graduation, he pursued humanitarian work overseas, living in Sudan and Pakistan. C. He then took a step toward medicine, earning his medical degree from Duke University School of Medicine in 2018.
Dr. Smiley returned to the Tri-Cities for his family medicine residency at Kadlec Regional Medical Center, where he also met his wife Berta, a fellow Pasco native. He holds board certification in Family Medicine and gained early career experience at Prairie Family Medicine in Coeur d'Alene, Idaho, before returning home to open his DPC practice. He sees patients of all ages and brings particular energy to pediatric care. He is passionate about natural approaches to illness and healthy, active lifestyles. Outside the office, he competes in triathlons, bikes through the Tri-Cities, runs the local foothills, and travels with his wife.
Education & Training
Undergraduate
University of Washington
Medical School
Duke University School of Medicine
Residency
Family Medicine, Kadlec Regional Medical Center
Certifications
Who is Dr. Smiley right for?
Dr. Smiley serves patients of all ages, from infants and children to adults with chronic conditions. Families looking for a physician with genuine energy and patience with kids find him a strong match. Adults managing ongoing health concerns such as chronic disease, weight, or hormonal health benefit from his broad clinical scope. Patients who value direct access to their doctor and unhurried appointments tend to thrive in his practice.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Dr. Smiley treats a broad range of conditions across all ages. His clinical scope includes chronic disease management, men's health, weight loss, musculoskeletal injuries via prolotherapy, and urgent care needs. He also performs in-office procedures such as cyst removal, skin biopsies, laceration repairs, joint injections, and ingrown toenail removal.
Yes, Dr. Smiley sees pediatric patients and accepts children of members starting at age one. Multiple patients and families highlight his bedside manner with kids. He brings patience and energy to every pediatric visit, whether a routine wellness exam or an acute concern.
Yes, Dr. Smiley holds board certification in Family Medicine. He earned his medical degree from Duke University School of Medicine in 2018 and completed his residency at Kadlec Regional Medical Center in the Tri-Cities.
Dr. Smiley completed his medical education at Duke University School of Medicine, graduating in 2018. He then returned to the Tri-Cities to finish his family medicine residency at Kadlec Regional Medical Center. His undergraduate degree comes from the University of Washington.
Dr. Smiley takes a personal, unhurried approach to every visit. He is passionate about natural approaches to illness and emphasizes healthy, active lifestyles. His practice structure keeps his patient panel small so he can give each patient meaningful time and direct access.
Yes. Dr. Smiley provides his cell phone number to members for after-hours emergencies. Members also reach him by call, text, or email during and outside of regular office hours.
Yes. Dr. Smiley offers men's health care including testosterone replacement therapy. He also treats a wide range of general and preventive health concerns common among adult male patients.
Dr. Smiley performs a range of procedures at his Kennewick office. These include cyst removal, skin biopsies, cryotherapy for warts and precancerous skin, ingrown toenail removal, laceration repairs, joint injections, and prolotherapy injections for musculoskeletal injuries.
Yes. Dr. Smiley performs DOT physicals at his Kennewick office. Members and non-members can inquire about scheduling through the practice directly.
Doctor profile last updated April 10, 2026