Darron Smith, Ph.D., PA-C, DFAAPA

Educator, Author, Researcher, Neurofeedback Clinician, Psychedelic Aficionado

Lynnwood, Washington, United States

About

My primary area of focus in research, teaching, and scholarship pertains to the inequities prevalent within the US healthcare delivery system. Social determinants such as race and class-based discrimination (to name a few) often contribute to the emergence of diseases, with psychological stress serving as a key factor. My research and scholarly endeavors explore the systemic subjugation of marginalized groups and its ramifications on overall mental and physical well-being. Moreover, I have taught sociology courses on race, ethnicity, and gender challenging students to interrogate their assumptions about difference. Additionally, I possess experience in teaching within the realm of PA education and have overseen the establishment of a new program. My published works span a range of disciplines (https://scholar.google.com/scholar?hl=en&as_sdt=0%2C48&q=darron+smith&oq=Darron ), including health services research, sports and race, black masculinity and health, and religious studies, with a focus on Black people in Mormonism.

Experience

  • Psychiatric Physician Associate at NorthStar Psychiatry
    Oct 2025 - Present · 10 mos

    Provide psychiatric evaluations, diagnose mental health disorders, prescribe medications, manage treatment plans, monitor progress, collaborate with therapists, and support patient wellness.

  • Clinic Director at NovelPath Behavioral Wellness
    Jan 2025 - Present · 1 yr 7 mos

    As Clinic Director at NovelPath Behavioral Wellness, I lead neurofeedback and medication management programs promoting emotional regulation, cognitive balance, and holistic healing.

  • University of Washington (2 yrs 4 mos)
    • Teaching Associate Professor
      Jul 2023 - Oct 2025 · 2 yrs 4 mos

    • Teaching Associate Professor
      Jul 2023 - Oct 2025 · 2 yrs 4 mos

    • Co Director at the Center for Novel Therapeutics in Addiction Psychiatry
      Jul 2023 - Sep 2024 · 1 yr 3 mos

      My opinions are my own and don't represent the positions of UW Medicine.

  • Psychiatric Physician Associate at LAGS RECOVERY CENTERS INC
    Aug 2021 - Oct 2025 · 4 yrs 3 mos

  • Instructor, Department of Sociology at The University of Memphis
    Sep 2017 - Oct 2025 · 8 yrs 2 mos