Velmalia Danette Matthews-Smith, MD

Dr. Velmalia Matthews-Smith specializes in oncology, providing comprehensive cancer care to patients and their families. She earned her medical degree from the University of South Alabama College of Medicine and completed her residency at the same institution in 2007. Dr. Matthews-Smith furthered her expertise through a fellowship at Vanderbilt University Medical Center in 2010, where she honed her skills in cancer treatment. With 19 years of experience in medicine, she brings extensive knowledge to her oncology practice. She communicates with patients in English.

Dr. Matthews-Smith practices at the Center for Cancer Care in Potsdam, New York, and maintains her affiliation with Canton Potsdam Hospital. She focuses on treating various types of cancer and utilizes advanced diagnostic tools to provide accurate assessments for her patients. Her expertise includes interpreting pathology tests to help determine the best treatment approaches. She also performs CT scans and specialized chest …CT scans to monitor disease progression and treatment response. Patients have given her an average rating of 4.1 stars, reflecting their confidence in her care.