Dr. Michael Smith completed his medical degree at the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences in Little Rock, Arkansas. He then completed his residency in Obstetrics and Gynecology at Wake Forest University, North Carolina Baptist Medical Center in Winston Salem, North Carolina. During his residency he was awarded the Best Resident Teacher in Obstetrics and Gynecology. His clinical interest is in obstetrics and gynecology. During his second year of medical school, he was inspired by breast cancer survivors to follow a career in OB/GYN. He enjoys the variety of patients and cases that his field offers. Dr. Smith is originally from Little Rock, but grew up in nearby Hot Springs, Arkansas. He came back to serve his fellow Arkansans at UAMS. In 2010, he received the Red Sash Award for significant impact on medical education as nominated by medical students. He enjoys practicing at UAMS for its comprehensive care and numerous resources in technology as well as staff members.