Summary

Dr. Leah Lamale-Smith specializes in obstetrics and gynecology, providing comprehensive women's healthcare throughout pregnancy and beyond. She earned her medical degree from the University of Iowa and completed her residency training at the University of Colorado Health. With 19 years of experience caring for women and expectant mothers, Dr. Lamale-Smith brings extensive knowledge to her practice. She is fluent in both Spanish and English.

Dr. Lamale-Smith practices at UC San Diego Health in San Diego, California, where she is affiliated with University of California San Diego Medical Center Hillcrest. Her expertise includes managing diabetes during pregnancy and performing specialized prenatal procedures like amniocentesis and chorionic villus sampling. She also conducts fetal ultrasounds and nonstress tests to monitor baby's health throughout pregnancy. Patients consistently rate her care highly, giving her an average rating of 5.0 out of 5.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 5
  • 19 years of experience
  • 34 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks Spanish, English
  • University Of Colorado Health
  • 5 written reviews
  • 2 specialties
  • 3 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Female

Office Location

UC San Diego Health

4910 Directors PlSan Diego, CA 92121
Mon9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri9:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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4.7 
19 Years of Experience 47 Years of Experience 26 Years of Experience 5 Years of Experience
Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available
Speaks Spanish, English Speaks English, Portuguese, German Speaks English Speaks English
San Diego , CALos Angeles , CARancho Cucamonga , CATorrance , CA
Med School: University Of Iowa Med School: Warren Alpert Medical School Of Brown University Med School: Texas Tech University Health Science Center School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Leah Lamale-Smith

  • Aetna
  • Aetna - HMO
  • Aetna Better Health
  • Aetna Better Health - Medicaid (Managed)
  • AltaMed Senior BuenaCare (PACE)
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • APWU
  • APWU - HMO
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA - HMO
  • Blue Shield of California
  • Blue Shield of California - HMO
  • CareFirst Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • CareFirst Blue Cross Blue Shield - Medicaid (Managed)
  • CHAMPVA
  • Cigna
  • Community Health Group
  • GEHA
  • Health Net - HMO
  • HealthPartners
  • Humana - HMO
  • Inland Empire Health Plan
  • Kaiser Permanente
  • Kaiser Permanente - Medicaid (Managed)
  • L.A. Care Health Plan - HMO
  • Meritain Health
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Molina Healthcare - HMO
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Sharp Health Plan
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO

Medical Specialties

Dr. Leah Lamale-Smith has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Leah Lamale-Smith has the following 3 areas of expertise

  • Gynecologist
  • Hot Flashes
  • Menopause

Certifications, License, & Education

19 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, California, 2026, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

University Of Colorado Health

Medical School

University Of IowaGraduated in 2007

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which hospitals is Dr. Leah Lamale-Smith affiliated with?
Dr. Leah Lamale-Smith is affiliated with University Of California San Diego Medical Center Hillcrest.
Does Dr. Leah Lamale-Smith accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Yes, Dr. Leah Lamale-Smith accepts virtual/telehealth appointments. Click the virtual visit button on their Vitals profile.
Does Dr. Leah Lamale-Smith accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Leah Lamale-Smith accepts on their Vitals profile.
Where is Dr. Leah Lamale-Smith's office located?
Dr. Leah Lamale-Smith's office is located at 4910 Directors Pl, San Diego, CA, 92121.
Is Dr. Leah Lamale-Smith accepting new patients?
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