Carla Smith, DO

Pediatrician

Carla Smith, DO

Pediatrician

Cook Children's Pediatrics Burleson

225 Southeast John Jones Drive
Burleson, TX 76028

Main Phone Number Icon 817-447-0445

4.9 out of 5

Read 46 Verified Patient Reviews

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Meet Dr. Carla Browning Smith

Carla Smith, D.O., FACOP, FAAP, decided she wanted to become a doctor when she was in the 6th grade. But it was after working with several pediatricians during medical school that she knew she wanted to be a pediatrician. And after 38 years of pediatric practice, she says, "each patient, each family continues to find a special place in my heart. And in no other specialty is it such a fun requirement to be up to date on the latest superheroes and superheroines."

Dr. Smith enjoys caring for kids because they are always happy, joyful, eager and when they are ill, they always want to get well. She also works to build relationships with patient families because she feels that raising healthy children is a team effort.

"In medicine, especially pediatrics, you have to have empathy and see each child as an individual. In pediatrics, you can't be a know-it-all, you can learn from the kids, parents, grandparents ... listening is critical to providing great care and the best possible outcomes."

Dr. Smith graduated from the University of North Texas Health Science Center and then traveled to Michigan for her pediatric residency. This was completed at the Michigan State University College of Osteopathic Medicine in East Lansing, Michigan. She was then in private practice before she and her family moved back to warmer weather in Burleson, Texas.

She has been practicing pediatrics at Cook Children's Burleson primary care office since it opened in 2010.

"It's such an honor to work with the children and families in the community where I live, and have raised my own children."

Dr. Smith and her family have been, and continue to be active in the Burleson community in everything from school sports, to the Johnson County 4-H, Children's Advocacy Center, CASA and the Burleson Opportunity Fund and much more.

She lives with her husband on their farm where they raise cattle and have horses. Her most enjoyable activities are spending time with her daughters, sons-in-law and her 2 grandchildren. When time allows, she enjoys traveling to Michigan to visit with friends and playing along the shores of Lake Michigan.

In medicine, especially pediatrics, you have to have empathy and see each child as an individual. In pediatrics, you can't be a know-it-all, you can learn from the kids, parents, grandparents ... listening is critical to providing great care and the best possible outcomes. – Dr. Smith

Services

Acute illnesses
ADHD management
Chronic condition management
Developmental problems
Disease prevention
Flu shots
Hearing screens
Injury treatment
Obesity and weight management
Vision screens
Patient and parent education
School and sports physicals
Vaccines and immunizations
Well checks

Reviews

Average rating:

4.9

Questions were addressed	4.9 4.9 (69)
Provider explained things clearly	4.9 4.9 (69)
Likelihood of recommending this provider	4.9 4.9 (69)
Trust/confidence in physicians	4.9 4.9 (69)

November 15, 2023

All good! We love this branch of Cook Children's and have been very happy here.
November 15, 2023

Monica and Dr Smith are SO GREAT!!! I am always thrilled with the care my daughter receives from them. They remember all her little quirks and anxieties and always do their best to make her feel comfortable. Dr Smith is a phenomenal doctor.
November 08, 2023

We have been seeing Dr. Carla Smith for over 10 years and she is always calm, friendly and knowledgeable. The office is always clean and the front desk is friendly and organized.
November 08, 2023

Monica the nurse who checked in my daughter was very friendly and helpful.
October 20, 2023

The nurse. Unfortunately I do not know her name.
September 26, 2023

We have always been taken care of very well, I love cookchildren's
September 11, 2023

Dr. Smith she's an awesome provider
September 06, 2023

We love Dr. Smith !!!
August 24, 2023

All excellent.. They always serve very well
August 24, 2023

Dr. Karla Smith thank you an excellent doctor... and the excellent reception chikas
August 14, 2023

Dr. Smith seems to really care about my child. She answered all of my questions in a way that I could understand.
August 14, 2023

Dr. Smith is awesome!
August 10, 2023

Great experience!
August 10, 2023

Dr Carla Smith is fantastic!!! Such a great doctor and so gentle with the kids.
August 04, 2023

Dr smith is great and her nurse practitioner very helpful
August 03, 2023

Dr smith is always so kind and listens
August 03, 2023

Dr smith, Monica, and the front staff are always amazing
July 31, 2023

Dr. Smith! We have been with her for most of (patient's) life. She's always so kind and caring. We are sad that he is 17 and won't be with her for much longer.
July 24, 2023

All staff are always awesome. Dr. Smith is always so caring and thorough.
July 20, 2023

Dr Smith is an amazing doctor!!
July 19, 2023

Dr smith was great. She took the time to listen to my child's history and symptoms. She asked lots of questions. She was receptive to my suggestions and thoughts. She offered multiple options for moving forward. And she was very sincere and genuine towards us and my child's condition
June 30, 2023

Dr Smith took time to explain what she was doing with every step concerning my son's potential surgery and why she was sending a referral. She makes his understanding and comfort a top priority.
June 30, 2023

Dr Carla Smith goes above and beyond for her patients and I always highly recommend her to those looking for a pediatrician!
June 01, 2023

Dr Smith is always wonderful, (Patient) loves her. My mom did not attend the visit this time and she knows that my dad recently passed away. She asked after my mom and myself as well not just my son. She is always very attentive to his care. Listens to him and anyone else that comes with him when they ask questions and takes the time to explain.
May 25, 2023

Dr. Smith is amazing! She's so thorough and does an excellent physical exam. Our nurse today was also very kind, gentle and super nice!
May 08, 2023

We love Dr.Smith. She is always so kind and patient with the kids. I used to dread well checks or sick visits in office but not with Dr. Smith. You can tell she cares for her patients and she always makes me feel heard and understood as a parent. She answers every question and takes the time to listen to every concern. My only regret is not finding her sooner.
April 27, 2023

The nurses were phenomenal all of them I would highly recommend any of them. They made our experience great!
April 24, 2023

We love love love Dr. Carla Smith! She has been such a wonderful doctor and resource to us this year as we sort out (Patient's) diagnosis. All care between Dr. Smith and our sleep disorder doctor has been well coordinated and we feel well supported by (Patient's) care team. I would not have survived his kindergarten year without their help, support and guidance. School has improved by leaps and bounds over the past few months as they helped me find the right medication and therapists to help him. We know there will likely be things that continue to pop up w/ his diagnosis however their support makes me feel confident that I have the medical support we need in order to tackle any issues that might arise. A HUGE thank you to both of them!!!! We are very lucky to have their help & guidance!
April 15, 2023

Dr Karla smith always welcome us with a great smile, she is always nice, always in a good mood, all the people at the clinic always give us great customer service
March 27, 2023

We are comfortable with the care we receive for our child. We recommend Dr Smith
March 27, 2023

Dr. Smith is great with us and we really trust her.
March 22, 2023

We always have great experiences at this office. From the check in staff, nurse, to our family doctor. Everyone is wonderful.
March 22, 2023

Carla Smith for always making my children feel calm and comfortable at their visits.
March 18, 2023

Dr Carla is the BEST!!!
February 10, 2023

All great, we love it here.
February 10, 2023

Dr Smith is fantastic!!
February 09, 2023

The visit went extremely well.All staff were great.
January 10, 2023

Everyone is just so great!
January 08, 2023

Dr smith is always amazing. My child feels very comfortable with her. The front desk is always great. Jen the m.a was very kind.
December 28, 2022

Excellent care
December 28, 2022

Dr Smith
December 28, 2022

Excellent care
December 28, 2022

Our visit was very good, zero complaints.
December 28, 2022

Dr Smith is amazing. We trust her completely
December 13, 2022

Wait time but I understand that you are busy
December 13, 2022

Dr. Smith

Education

Medical School:
American College of Osteopathic Pediatricians, University of North Texas Health Science Center, Texas College of Osteopathic Medicine
Residency:
Michigan State University College of Osteopathic Medicine
Board Certifications:
American Board of Pediatrics
American College of Osteopathic Pediatricians

Affiliations

American Medical Association,American College of Osteopathic Pediatricians, American Academy of Pediatrics, American Osteopathic Association, Michigan Osteopathic Association,Cook Children's Physician Network

Carla Smith, DO

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Carla Smith, DO

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