Dr. Garrison Smith, M.D., Surgeon
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Dr. Garrison Smith, M.D.

Surgeon

4/5(13)
569 Skyline Dr. Jackson TN, 38301
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4/5

About

Dr. Smith, who is board certified in general surgery, earned his medical degree at the University of Tennessee Health Science Center (UTHSC) where he served as Class President throughout his four years of medical school.  During this time, he also earned a Certificate in Health Systems and Leadership.  His internship and residency were completed at the UTHSC Surgery program in Memphis, TN where he served as a chief surgery resident.  His training included the full scope of general surgery, with special interests in minimally invasive and endocrine surgery.  He also had extensive trauma training at the Presley Memorial Trauma Center, including six months as the chief resident on the service.

During medical school, he received the award for Outstanding Performance as a Student in the Art and Science of Surgery as well as the Distinguished UT Student Service Award.  He was inducted into The Imhotep Society for providing leadership, time, and service that significantly contributed to student life.  As a surgical resident, the UT College of Medicine - Class of 2013 selected him for the Arnold P. Gold Foundation Humanism and Excellence in Teaching Award and Outstanding Resident Role Model.

A native of Jackson, Tennessee, Dr. Smith and his wife, Tonya, have three daughters, Brianna, Lily, and Caroline.  He is also the son of Dr. Clyde E. Smith, who was a Hematologist/Oncologist and Palliative Care physician for Jackson-Madison County General Hospital.  His interests include health and fitness, outdoor activities, and spending time with his family.

Education and Training

UTHSC - Memphis MD 2007

UTHSC - Memphis, COM Healthcare Policy & Leadership 2007

Board Certification

American Board of Surgery

Provider Details

Male English

Areas of expertise and specialization

Robotic Minimally Invasive SurgeryMinimally Invasive Foregut Surgery (Paraesophageal Hernia Repairs, Anti-Reflux Procedures)Minimally Invasive Colorectal SurgeryMinimally Invasive Abdominal Wall Reconstruction, including Robotic ETEP Ventral Hernia RepairsOpen Abdominal Wall ReconstructionMinimally Invasive Adrenalectomy

Faculty Titles & Positions

  • Chair of the Dept. of Surgery Jackson-Madison County General Hospital 2024 - 2026
  • Vice Chair of the Dept. of Surgery Jackson-Madison County General Hospital 2022 - 2024
  • Chair of the Robotics Steering Committee Jackson-Madison County General Hospital 2021 - Present
  • Associate Professor for Bethel University Physician Assistant Program Bethel University 2013 - Present
  • Associate Professor for Christian Brothers University Physician Assistant Program Christian Brothers University 2024 - Present

Awards

  • The Marquis Who’s Who in America 2024 2024 Who's Who in America 
  • Arnold P. Gold Foundation Humanism & Excellence in Teaching Award, Outstanding Resident Role Model 2012 Arnold P. Gold Foundation 
  • Arnold P. Gold Honor Society 2012 Arnold P. Gold Foundation 
  • President of the Class of 2007 (2003 - 2007) 2003 UTHSC Medical School Class of 2007 
  • Distinguished UT Student Service Award 2007 UTHSC - Memphis, College of Medicine 
  • Department of Surgery Outstanding Performance Award 2007 UTHSC - Memphis, College of Medicine 
  • The Imhotep Society (Student Leadership/Service Society) 2006 UTHSC - Memphis 

Treatments

  • Breast Cancer
  • Chronic Kidney Disease
  • Gallstones
  • Hernia
  • Peripheral Artery Disease (pad)
  • Vascular Disease
  • Goiter

Professional Memberships

  • American College of Surgeons  
  • American Foregut Society  
  • SAGES  

Internships

  • University of Tennessee Health Science Center - Memphis 2007-2008

Dr. Garrison Smith, M.D.'s Practice location

WTMG - Jackson Surgical Associates

569 Skyline Dr. -
Jackson, TN 38301
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