J. Howard Smart, MD
4.6
Doctor of medicine (MD)
Pediatrics
(board certified)
Medical Group
Insurance
J. Howard Smart, MD
4.6
Doctor of medicine (MD)
Pediatrics
(board certified)
Medical Group
Insurance
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Accepting new patients
(newborns only)
Virtual visits available
Location and phone
Sharp Rees-Stealy Rancho Bernardo
16899 W. Bernardo Drive
Floor 2
San Diego, CA 92127-1603
Get directions858-499-2701
Fax: 858-521-2008Sharp Rees-Stealy Sorrento Mesa
10243 Genetic Center Drive
Floor 2
San Diego, CA 92121-6310
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Care schedule
Sharp Rees-Stealy Rancho Bernardo
16899 W. Bernardo Drive
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About J. Howard Smart, MD
I was an EMT for four years in college. I chose to become a physician because I have always been a helper, and I wanted to be able to make a difference for people. I aim to promote health through disease prevention, proactive guidance at routine well child visits, encouraging healthy lifestyle choices and evidence-based treatment of disease when it arises. We can prevent much disease though immunization, eating well, maintaining an active lifestyle and avoiding tobacco, alcohol and other destructive influences. In my spare time, I enjoy woodworking, classical trumpet, computer programming and high-power rocketry.
Education
Hospital affiliation
Areas of focus
- Asthma
- Circumcision - pediatrics
- Down syndrome
- Enuresis (bed wetting)
- Preventive medicine
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NPI
1306894381
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Insurance plans accepted
J. Howard Smart, MD, accepts 34 health insurance plans.
Ratings and reviews
4.6
75 ratings
Patient ratings
Likelihood of your recommending this care provider to others
4.6
Concern the care provider showed for your questions or worries
4.6
Provider included you in decisions
4.6
Explanations the care provider gave you about your problem or condition
4.7
Provider discussed treatment options
4.7
Patient reviews
Verified Patient
January 20, 2026
5.0
There weren't treatment options for Owen that day, and Dr. Smart explained why and what to watch for in case we needed to bring him back in. Luckily, he explained that, otherwise I might not have known to rush Owen back to be seen a few days later just for a fever. We did and got him treatment way faster than I would have otherwise
Verified Patient
January 8, 2026
5.0
Dr. Smart is always so good with kids!
Verified Patient
January 4, 2026
5.0
Dr.Smart listens extremely well, and always takes the time to comment on patient/parent concerns and explains things very well. He further investigates /researches things and will follow up through patient portal. Dr.Smart is someone who really cares about his patients and goes above and beyond.
Verified Patient
December 30, 2025
5.0
Dr. Smart is very thoughtful in his explanations and takes the time to ask the patient and the parent if we have any questions.
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Guardian Angel recognitions
J. Howard Smart, MD, has received Guardian Angel recognitions from grateful patients and families. Have you and your family received exceptional care from J. Howard Smart, MD? Consider paying tribute with a Guardian Angel gift.
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