meet our team
Michelle Smith, MD, FAAP
Board-Certified Pediatrician
Languages spoken:
English & Spanish
Q&A with Dr. Smith
What is your favorite animated movie or cartoon?
A Goofy Movie. I loved that the movie was about a teenager and not a little kid since it felt like Disney had skipped over this stage in the past. More recently I have loved Encanto.
What is your favorite children's book and why?
"The Rainbow Fish" by Marcus Pfister - The story provides a great message on what really matters in life. Community and relationships with others are much more valuable than our physical appearance or material items.
What was your favorite childhood toy?
Barbie - I could spend hours with my next door neighbor coming up with lives and activities for our Barbie crew to explore. We had multiple variations of Barbie and I really believed that a girl could do anything she put her mind to in the future.
Who is your greatest inspiration and why?
Jesus - he had fame and an extremely large following with which he could have become the richest man on Earth. Instead, he used his position to serve others and feed the poor. I truly believe I am here to serve others and my hope is that the biggest impact of my life will be through service.
What are your hobbies and interests outside of work?
Cooking, travel, reading, family time, kids crafts, pilates.
What inspired you to work in pediatrics?
The human body has always fascinated me. The different systems of the body work independently to accomplish their tasks and are laser focused on their purpose. The systems also work cohesively with other bodily systems to produce an amazing product both in function and design. I love learning all I can about how the body works and what makes it thrive. Studying children adds the benefit of learning how these bodily systems grow and develop. Plus, kids are a lot more fun than adults!
Columbia University Vagelos College of Physicians and Surgeons, New York, NY
Medical School:
Bachelor of Arts in Business Administration and Cognitive Sciences, Washington University, St. Louis, MO
Residency:
New York Presbyterian Hospital
Fellow of the American Academy of Pediatrics
the service was excellent.
(Translated by Google) The service was excellent, everything was great (Original) Súper la atención todo
Yessica R.
The doctor and nurse were very professional.
Everything was explained to us. The doctor and nurse were very professional.
Diane S.
Excellent service from the entire team.
Excellent service from the entire team
Leidy R.
very good experience.
(Translated by Google) Good morning, for me it was a very good experience, they are very kind and the doctor is a sweetheart. May God bless them for their wonderful kindness. (Original) Buenos dias para mi una experiencia muy buena son muy amables y la doctora es un amor q Dios le les bendiga por esa amavilidad tan bonita
Yomara R.
the best doctor, Lisa Ayuso.
(Translated by Google) The best place, great staff, and the best doctor, Lisa Ayuso. Excellent service. (Original) El mejor lugar, buen personal, y la mejor dra. Lisa Ayuso. Excelente atención.
Engracia C.
very professional.
(Translated by Google) The whole team was very professional. (Original) Todo el colectivo muy profesional
Yissell L.
Overall nice.
Excellent doctor Jody A Dale. Without sharing personal information this doctor was able to connect and explain in a way my child understood. Not dummying down but connecting on s level based on a hobby the like to explain so they would understand their body and their health. Overall nice and understood the power of communicating clearly to a patient.
Melissa B.
Dr. Joseph is the best!
Dr. Joseph is the best! She’s been taking care of my daughter since she was little, and now that she’s a teenager, she still treats her with so much love and care. She’s not only an amazing doctor but also an incredible person.
gabriela L.
Thanks to Doctor Ann!
Thanks to Doctor Ann! She is amazing
Tetiana B.
quedé muy satisfecha.
(Translated by Google) Excellent service. Although it was my first visit, I was very satisfied and hope they always maintain this level of care. My congratulations to Dr. Liza Ayuso, an excellent person and professional. Thank you for your support, attention, and understanding. (Original) Excelente servicio. Aunque fue mi primera visita, quedé muy satisfecha y espero que siempre mantengan este nivel de atención. Mis felicitaciones para la doctora Liza Ayuso excelente persona y profesional. Gracias por su apoyo, atención y comprensión
Thaimi P.
the doctors and nursing assistants are very attentive.
(Translated by Google) The doctors and nursing assistants are very attentive. Their staff is friendly. I love the smiles when you arrive. They always provide you with service and attention. (Original) Los doctores y las asistentes de enfermería son personas muy atentos su personal es amable amo la sonrisa en cuanto tú llegas. Siempre te brindan tu servicio atención
Hermis C.
use appealing methods to my children to help them feel at ease.
Overall good experience. Associates were able to answer my questions. Also use appealing methods to my children to help them feel at ease.
James A.
Great service, keep it up, very special.
(Translated by Google) Great service, keep it up, very special. (Original) Súper la atención,sigan así muy especial
Zunamy C.
Me encanta.
(Translated by Google) I love (Original) Me encanta
Maria E.
great experience.
Today was a great experience. We missed our appointment due to the rush hour traffic and the lady in the front (didn’t get her name but she was awesome) desk, got us into after hours. Dr.Joseph was so great, warm, friendly and helpful. Thank you Pediatric Associates for taking care of us today during this “flu season”!
Maristella F.
Very friendly staff.
(Translated by Google) Very friendly staff thank you (Original) Personal muy amable gracias
Candida C.
Front desk, assistants and doctors - all have been kind and did their job professional.
So far we have been there twice and I am happy their service. Front desk, assistants and doctors - all have been kind and did their job professional. We have seen doctor Dale Gerber and Jessica Omara, both were very informative and no rush during the visit, which appreciate a lot.
Milena M.
the pediatrician really made the process smooth for us.
Check- in process was hassle-free and the pediatrician really made the process smooth for us. Highly recommended
Nar N.
buena atención.
(Translated by Google) Thank you for the good care, it was the first time I took my daughter to this center of Pediatric doctors, and it was excellent thanks to each girl, very good care 🙏🙏 (Original) Gracias por la buena atención, primera vez que llevo a mi hija a este centro de médicos Pediatras, y fue excelente gracias a cada chica, muy buena atención 🙏🙏
RD y V.
Appointment was pleasant and stress free.
Erica and Dr. Martha were amazing. Appointment was pleasant and stress free.
Elena G.
the service was excellent.
(Translated by Google) The service was excellent, everything was great (Original) Súper la atención todo
Yessica R.
The doctor and nurse were very professional.
Everything was explained to us. The doctor and nurse were very professional.
Diane S.
Excellent service from the entire team.
Excellent service from the entire team
Leidy R.
very good experience.
(Translated by Google) Good morning, for me it was a very good experience, they are very kind and the doctor is a sweetheart. May God bless them for their wonderful kindness. (Original) Buenos dias para mi una experiencia muy buena son muy amables y la doctora es un amor q Dios le les bendiga por esa amavilidad tan bonita
Yomara R.
the best doctor, Lisa Ayuso.
(Translated by Google) The best place, great staff, and the best doctor, Lisa Ayuso. Excellent service. (Original) El mejor lugar, buen personal, y la mejor dra. Lisa Ayuso. Excelente atención.
Engracia C.
very professional.
(Translated by Google) The whole team was very professional. (Original) Todo el colectivo muy profesional
Yissell L.
Overall nice.
Excellent doctor Jody A Dale. Without sharing personal information this doctor was able to connect and explain in a way my child understood. Not dummying down but connecting on s level based on a hobby the like to explain so they would understand their body and their health. Overall nice and understood the power of communicating clearly to a patient.
Melissa B.
Dr. Joseph is the best!
Dr. Joseph is the best! She’s been taking care of my daughter since she was little, and now that she’s a teenager, she still treats her with so much love and care. She’s not only an amazing doctor but also an incredible person.
gabriela L.
Thanks to Doctor Ann!
Thanks to Doctor Ann! She is amazing
Tetiana B.
quedé muy satisfecha.
(Translated by Google) Excellent service. Although it was my first visit, I was very satisfied and hope they always maintain this level of care. My congratulations to Dr. Liza Ayuso, an excellent person and professional. Thank you for your support, attention, and understanding. (Original) Excelente servicio. Aunque fue mi primera visita, quedé muy satisfecha y espero que siempre mantengan este nivel de atención. Mis felicitaciones para la doctora Liza Ayuso excelente persona y profesional. Gracias por su apoyo, atención y comprensión
Thaimi P.
the doctors and nursing assistants are very attentive.
(Translated by Google) The doctors and nursing assistants are very attentive. Their staff is friendly. I love the smiles when you arrive. They always provide you with service and attention. (Original) Los doctores y las asistentes de enfermería son personas muy atentos su personal es amable amo la sonrisa en cuanto tú llegas. Siempre te brindan tu servicio atención
Hermis C.
use appealing methods to my children to help them feel at ease.
Overall good experience. Associates were able to answer my questions. Also use appealing methods to my children to help them feel at ease.
James A.
Great service, keep it up, very special.
(Translated by Google) Great service, keep it up, very special. (Original) Súper la atención,sigan así muy especial
Zunamy C.
Me encanta.
(Translated by Google) I love (Original) Me encanta
Maria E.
great experience.
Today was a great experience. We missed our appointment due to the rush hour traffic and the lady in the front (didn’t get her name but she was awesome) desk, got us into after hours. Dr.Joseph was so great, warm, friendly and helpful. Thank you Pediatric Associates for taking care of us today during this “flu season”!
Maristella F.
Very friendly staff.
(Translated by Google) Very friendly staff thank you (Original) Personal muy amable gracias
Candida C.
Front desk, assistants and doctors - all have been kind and did their job professional.
So far we have been there twice and I am happy their service. Front desk, assistants and doctors - all have been kind and did their job professional. We have seen doctor Dale Gerber and Jessica Omara, both were very informative and no rush during the visit, which appreciate a lot.
Milena M.
the pediatrician really made the process smooth for us.
Check- in process was hassle-free and the pediatrician really made the process smooth for us. Highly recommended
Nar N.
buena atención.
(Translated by Google) Thank you for the good care, it was the first time I took my daughter to this center of Pediatric doctors, and it was excellent thanks to each girl, very good care 🙏🙏 (Original) Gracias por la buena atención, primera vez que llevo a mi hija a este centro de médicos Pediatras, y fue excelente gracias a cada chica, muy buena atención 🙏🙏
RD y V.
Appointment was pleasant and stress free.
Erica and Dr. Martha were amazing. Appointment was pleasant and stress free.
Elena G.