Dr. Smith was named chief medical officer of MSU Health Care in February 2026. There, he provides senior clinical leadership for quality, safety, risk management, credentialing and operational alignment across a multispecialty practice serving more than 400,000 patient visits annually. A board-certified emergency medicine physician with 25 years of experience, he collaborates with clinical and administrative leaders to ensure coordinated, patient-centered care across MSU’s Colleges of Human Medicine, Osteopathic Medicine and Nursing. He plays a key role in strengthening strategic partnerships, while supporting relationships with health systems across the state. Prior, he served in executive leadership roles within healthcare, bringing both enterprise clinical oversight and physician enterprise leadership experience. He also serves as a clinical assistant professor at Michigan State University, reinforcing the integration of education, research and clinical practice. He is devoted to advancing community health and fostering collaboration among hospitals, clinics and academic partners.
