 Dr. Smith grew up in eastern Ohio. She attended college at The Ohio State University in Columbus, OH. After completing her Bachelor of Science in Human Nutrition degree, she continued her education at Nova Southeastern College of Optometry in Davie, FL. While studying at Nova, Dr. Smith held leadership positions such as President of her class and President of Nova’s Student Government Association. Her love assisting others drove her to organize and successfully complete three medical missions to third world countries during her optometry school years.
Professional organizations that Dr. Smith is involved include: President of the Coastal Carolina Optometric Association, member of the American Optometric Association, member of the South Carolina Optometric Association, and member of the Optometric Nutrition Society. Dr. Smith is working to obtain her Fellow of the College of Optometrists in Vision Development, which she is currently a member. She is one of the charter members of Women in Specialized Eyecare of Charleston. She is the South Carolina InfantSEE State Leader promoting infant exams and detection of early eye diseases. She also is the co-clinical director of South Carolina’s Special Olympics Lion’s Club International Opening Eyes program that provides vision care and glasses to the special needs population. Dr. Smith was honored in Vision Monday magazine, featured in the article “The Next Generation of Optometry Leadership.”
Dr. Smith has always had a deep commitment to her community. She is a member of Charleston Junior League, working on a committee with the Boys and Girls Club’s Reading Soul Mates. She currently sits on the South Eastern SC Girl Scout Council’s Gold Award committee and has served as a Brownie Girl Scout leader. She spends numerous fun weekends with her Little Sister from the Big Brothers/Big Sisters program. Dr. Smith was recognized with the President’s Volunteer Service Award in 2008.
Moving to Charleston has been a childhood dream of Dr. Smith’s. Her grandparents resided in Summerville, SC and most of her summers were spent in the local areas visiting with them. When not involved in professional duties, Dr. Smith loves to spend time with family and friends. She adores her dogs, Bailey and Follie, who get many trips to the Dog Park and beach. Dr. Smith also enjoys camping, kayaking, photography, scrapbooking and sports, especially Ohio State Football.
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