| Schedule An Appointment | Clinical Office Address |
|---|---|
| (801) 285-1440 | PCH Outpatient Services at Riverton 3773 West 12600 South Riverton, UT 84065 |
| (801) 662-5600 | Primary Children's Hospital Pediatric Orthopaedics 100 N Mario Capecchi Drive , Suite 4550 Salt Lake City, UT 84113 |
Bio
Dr. Smith is a Professor, in the Department of Orthopaedics, practicing at Primary Children’s Medical Center and the University of Utah. His current practice is focused on the treatment of spine deformities in children and adolescents. Dr. Smith received his M.D. at the University of Florida in Gainesville. He completed his residency at the University of Utah and did a fellowship in pediatric Orthopaedics and spinal deformities at Scottish Rite Hospital in Atlanta. He is the Director of the Pediatric Scoliosis Clinic. His research interests focus on pediatric spine disorders, fractures, and cost-effective care. Dr. Smith is currently serving as Chairman of the Department of Surgery at Primary Children’s Medical Center. He has been involved in the development of the Vertical Expandable Prosthetic Titanium Rib (VEPTR) and its use in children with neuromuscular scoliosis. Dr. Smith also serves as a consultant for the State of Utah through the Children With Special Healthcare Needs traveling to rural areas such as St. George, Price and Richfield treating children.
Board Certification and Academic Information
| Academic Departments | Orthopaedics - Professor (Clinical) Pediatrics - Adjunct Professor Physical Therapy - Adjunct Associate Professor |
| Academic Divisions | Pediatric Administration |