Donald A. Smith, MD
Phone:413-341-5081

"Hello.  I look forward to working with you on solving problems that may be bothering you.

I use VIDEO software, e-prescribing software, and other software which is HIPAA compliant, to protect your privacy.   

Using new technology can be intimidating and frustrating, and that is why my office staff will assist you with every step of this process. 

I also have Electronic Prescribing software for your convenience, so that I can electronically send your prescriptions directly to your pharmacy.   

Because my Medical license is in Massachusetts, I am only able to accept new patients that live in Massachusetts.University students and snow-birds will also need to have a doctor in the other stay they live in part-time, who can treat them besides me, while they are not in Massachusetts.   

Yes, I am accepting new patients.  

For my new patients, at least your initial appointment with me needs to be through video-based Telepsychiatry.  

My practice is part-time, and I see patients Tuesdays through Thursdays.   

I am an out-of-network provider and intentionally do not have contracts with any insurances.   

Please contact my office to ask about my fees, and to see if my part-time practice might be the right level of care for your needs.

Of course, not every doctor is the right fit for every patient. There are some conditions that I do not treat, and some medicines that I do not prescribe.

For clinical reasons I do not treat more than one family member of current or former patients.

For clinical reasons, I do not treat family members of  my local colleagues in mental health who I know personally or professionally, or who have referred patients to me, or who are currently therapists of my patients.

I am only able to take credit card payments at this time."




MY VIDEO CLINIC INFORMATION:
Prior to your first appointment, we will contact you to get your email address so that we can email you an invitation LINK so that you can set up VSee on your computer or smart phone or smart device. You can also click on the VSee clinic green logo above or copy and past the following into your web browser:

 https://donald-smith.vsee.me/u/clinic    

to be redirected to my Video Clinic and follow the instructions to get it set up.

Please enter my "Virtual Waiting Room" about 10 minutes prior to your scheduled appointment time with me.

Please "register" and DO NOT enter as a "guest".  

Please enter your information, and save your user name and password in a safe place for future appointments.   

If you are using a Smart device like your Smart phone or iPad, you will need to go to your device's App Store and download the app titled, Vsee Clinic 

My Clinic Room Code is:  Z8MEO

If you would like to watch a tutorial video about VSee, please click on this green link:VSee Tutorial  
If you have any difficulty entering my clinic through your computer, try entering through your smart device, by downloading the VSee Clinic app.

VSee can work from your computer, laptop, smartphone, or i-Pad. Unfortunatelty, VSee is not compatible with Chromebook or Linux Operating system.  



Below is your Valant Patient Portal link (you can click on it). Please bookmark this page for future reference. It is best to use Google Chrome. Valant is not compatible with Safari. :

 https://www.valant.io/Portal/DonaldASmithMD



Clinical Approach:

My patients tell me I have a warm, caring, and respectful style.

I practice holistic psychiatry, which means your visits will not just focus on medications, but will include thinking about you as a whole person, in terms of wellness and balance.

My practice is in a building with other medical professionals, and you'll find plenty of free parking.

I've designed my office to maximize your privacy and help you feel comfortable while we meet.

Including your support network:

With your written permission, I'll value collaborating with your other physical and mental health providers. 

And, I also can discuss your diagnoses and treatment plan, and answer and questions or concerns your significant other, spouse, or family may have.