Purcell Smith III, M.D.
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Purcell Smith, III, M.D., is a specialist in hand surgery and upper extremity surgery. He is the former Chief of the Department of Orthopedic Surgery at the Medical Center of Plano and is currently a member of the medical staff of Baylor Plano, and Baylor Frisco.
Education & Background
Purcell Smith III, M.D. Orthopedic Surgeon, was born in Fairbanks, Alaska, Dr. Smith’s family moved to Arkansas where he received
his undergraduate degree from Austin College in Sherman, Texas. Dr. Smith III received his medical degree from the University of Arkansas for Medical Science and pursued further training in hand surgery through a fellowship at the University of Florida JHM Health Center.
Dr. Smith III is a member of several professional organizations, including the American Society for Surgery of the Hand and the American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons. He is licensed to practice in Texas and Arkansas and keeps current with medical advances by attending frequent post-graduate continuing education courses in orthopedic injuries. Dr. Smith III and his wife, Susan, live in Plano.
Purcell Smith III, M.D. Orthopedic Surgeon specializes in hand and wrist surgery and is currently seeing new patients.
Support Team
Certified Physician Assistant: Meggan Fitzpatrick, PA-C
Medical Assistant: Gerayne Hesseltine and Haley Thompson
Surgery Coordinator: Kris Springer
Education
Austin College in Sherman, TX
University of Arkansas for Medical Science-Medical Degree
University of Florida JHM Health Center-Fellowhip
Honors
Associations
American Board of Orthopedic Surgery
American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons
American Society of Surgery of the Hand
