About Paula Smith D.C.
Dr. Paula has been humbly practicing for over 30 years. Her special technique uses gentle, appropriate force to align the musculoskeletal system and stimulate and balance the nervous system in order to support the healing of the body.
I had a bright spot of blood while in the bathroom.
I thought it was hemorrhoids and got checked out.
It turns out I had a tumor that was malignant.
That tumor was very low and was removed, along with my rectum. I was surprised
is one way to put it.
It was also discovered (from surgery)
I had cancer in my lymph nodes. I did three months of chemo and am now
4 years NED (no evidence of disease)
I am part of a fittogethertraining.org fitness program for strength, cardio, balance and flexibility and yoga.
I am stronger than I know.
While hiking with my daughter for a day on the Appalachian trail
Cancer does not discriminate.
I am surviver with resilience, courage and finally humor.
How I choose to show up is with my best and brightest self.
But I continue to learn and practice
receiving love and care.
I practiced and use many modalities to support my Healing. They included and continue to include chiropractic care, acupuncture, MET muscle energetic technique, Erchonia cold laser, massage,
Yoga, myofacial release, meditation, nutrition, writing walking, swimming, dancing, connecting with others.
After I finished treatment, I asked the universe “should I continue as a chiropractor or is there something else I should be doing?”
The answer came back clearly “this is part of you and a way to continue to connect and to support others on their healing as well as your continued journey.”
It’s that simple.
I got another opportunity to heal and receive.
On March 1, 2025, my Husband Tim and I were at Hug Point Oregon coast sitting on a log when Tim said “we got to go”
I barely stood up and was completely underwater.
We were hit by what is called sneaker wave or a mini tsunami .
With all my might, I said “NO” and pushed into the Earth. I popped up above the water. Tim had grabbed the hillside root and was facing away from me. I called for him. He grabbed my arm as the wave receded.
I couldn’t walk because my entire right limb went medial (in a direction it’s not supposed to go”)
My injuries were a lot: right sided
ACL, MCL, cruciate ligament tears and a fractured distal fibula.
I let my loved ones and my Healing community know what happened.
The first few days I was resting and receiving lovely care: and continue to practice this receiving and healing jam.
I got surgery on my knee May 2025. Before that I did as much Healing care to support whatever was coming on next. I did intense physical therapy and continued with my fittogethertraining.org cardio Strength and yoga classes. I also gathered myself to go to my office and serve others.
I continue to use the modalities of both these opportunities to heal and care for myself and others.
I am both humbled and grateful for the resilience and strength of the human form. I continue to learn so much about what is possible and how much love can be received as well as given.
With much compassion and love in this moment,
Dr. Paula Smith
Dr. Paula looks forward to meeting you.
Let Dr. Paula help you reach optimal functioning and total body wellness. Schedule an appointment today.
Email: drpaulawellness@me.com
Office Phone: (360) 992 - 3333
Text: (503) 577-5541
Address: 200 East 25th Street, Vancouver, WA 98663
