Reed Smith, DPM, joins Stewart Memorial Hospital & Clinics this July, bringing a combination of advanced surgical training, a passion for rural healthcare, and a story that comes full circle.
Raised in Carroll, Iowa, Dr. Smith grew up understanding the importance of community and connection. His interest in medicine was shaped early on by watching his father, Dr. Josh Smith, serve patients as a general surgeon, an experience that helped guide his path into healthcare. That path eventually led him to podiatry, where he found a unique balance between clinical care and surgical treatment. During his training, he became especially drawn to the meaningful impact that foot and ankle health has on a patient’s quality of life and the ability to restore mobility and reduce pain.
Dr. Smith completed his surgical residency at AdventHealth East Orlando, where he trained in a high volume, diverse environment. His experience includes reconstructive surgery, trauma, wound care, and limb salvage. He looks forward to bringing that comprehensive training to a rural setting where access to specialty care can be limited.
At Stewart Memorial, Dr. Smith will provide podiatry care independently while also working alongside his father in the wound care clinic. Together they will treat patients with wounds below the knee, creating a collaborative approach that strengthens care for the region.
“It is an honor to be working alongside my father within the wound care clinic team,” Dr. Smith said. “There is a strong foundation of professional respect, and I believe our collaboration will help provide high-quality, comprehensive care.”
For his father, the opportunity is both meaningful and impactful for the community.
“Working with my son, Reed, will be a great and unique experience for me,” said Dr. Josh Smith. “His experience and knowledge will be a great asset to our community.”
Together, their partnership brings both experience and new perspectives to patient care, helping ensure more consistent and coordinated services for those needing podiatry and wound care.
Dr. Smith is especially passionate about patient education and early intervention. He encourages patients not to delay care, even for concerns that may seem minor, and emphasizes the importance of specialized treatment for conditions like diabetic foot wounds.
“My philosophy on patient care begins with an emphasis on education, communication, shared decision-making, and collaboration,” Dr. Smith said. “I believe patients achieve the best outcomes when they understand their condition and are actively involved in their treatment plan.”
Outside of medicine, Dr. Smith enjoys working out, golfing, and spending time with family. As he begins this next chapter, he looks forward to building relationships and expanding access to high-quality care close to home.
With Dr. Smith’s arrival, Stewart Memorial continues to strengthen its commitment to providing compassionate, specialized care while meeting the growing needs of the communities it serves.
