Summary

Dr. Melanie Smith is a board-certified ophthalmologist who has dedicated 28 years to preserving and improving her patients' vision. She earned her medical degree from the University of Tennessee Health Science Center College of Medicine and completed her residency training at the University of Tennessee Health Science Center. Dr. Smith brings nearly three decades of specialized experience to her practice, focusing on comprehensive eye care and treatment of complex eye conditions. She provides care in English to serve her community's needs.

Dr. Smith practices at Baptist Health System Little Rock and sees patients in Conway, Arkansas. She specializes in treating glaucoma and open-angle glaucoma, helping patients manage these serious conditions that can threaten vision. Dr. Smith also provides cataract care to help restore clear sight for her patients. Her expertise includes comprehensive eye exams, pressure testing of the eyes, and advanced retinal imaging to detect and monitor eye diseases. Patients consistently rate their experience with Dr. Smith highly, giving her an average rating of 4.9 out of 5 stars.
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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.9
  • 28 years of experience
  • 29 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • University Of Tennessee Health Science Center
  • 3 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 10 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 2 office locations
  • Female

Office Locations

Dr. Melanie Foley Smith has 2 locations

Magie Smith Charton Eye Clinic Pa

924 Main StConway, AR 72032
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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Dr. Melanie Foley Smith, MDDr. Edward Moore Penick, MDDr. Pedro Soibelmann Tetelbom, MDDr. Frank Joseph Lo Russo, MD
OphthalmologyOphthalmologyNeurologyOphthalmology
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28 Years of Experience 24 Years of Experience 14 Years of Experience 42 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English Speaks Spanish, English Speaks Italian, Spanish, English
Conway , ARLittle Rock , ARLittle Rock , ARLittle Rock , AR
Med School: University Of Tennessee Health Science Center College Of Medicine Med School: University Of Arkansas For Medical Sciences College Of Medicine Med School: Universidade Federal Do Rio Grande Do Sul (Ufrgs) Faculdade De Medicina Med School: University Of Cincinnati College Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Melanie Foley Smith

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • Aetna
  • Ambetter
  • APWU
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • CHAMPVA
  • Cigna
  • Cigna-HealthSpring
  • Envolve Benefit Options
  • EyeMed
  • Golden Rule
  • Humana
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Mutual of Omaha
  • Mutual of Omaha - Medicare
  • Optum Health
  • Palmetto GBA
  • Palmetto GBA - Medicare
  • Premier Health Plan
  • Superior Vision
  • Travelers
  • Travelers - Workers’ Compensation
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • Wellcare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Melanie Foley Smith has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Melanie Foley Smith has the following 10 areas of expertise

  • Blindness
  • Cataract
  • Diabetic Retinopathy
  • Eye Exam
  • Eye Pain
  • Glaucoma
  • Lasik Surgery
  • Lens Implants (Intraocular Lens Implantation)
  • Macular Degeneration
  • Vision Issues

Certifications, License, & Education

28 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Arkansas, 2026, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

University Of Tennessee Health Science Center

Medical School

University Of Tennessee Health Science Center College Of MedicineGraduated in 1998

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Which hospitals is Dr. Melanie Smith affiliated with?
Dr. Melanie Smith is affiliated with Baptist Health System Little Rock.
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