Dr. Kelsey Taylor Smith, MD

Dr. Kelsey Smith is a board-certified internal medicine physician who specializes in hospital medicine. She earned her medical degree from Duke University School of Medicine and completed her residency training at the University of Pennsylvania Health System. With 13 years of clinical experience, Dr. Smith has developed expertise in managing complex medical conditions in hospitalized patients.

Dr. Smith practices at multiple locations throughout Palo Alto, California, including Stanford Health Care and Stanford Hospital. She focuses on treating serious conditions such as heart failure, chronic kidney disease, and hypertensive emergencies. Her diagnostic skills include performing electrocardiograms to assess heart rhythm and chest X-rays to evaluate lung and heart conditions. Dr. Smith's experience in hospital medicine allows her to coordinate comprehensive care for patients with multiple medical needs during their hospital stay.