WYOMISSING, PA, January 18, 2025 /24-7PressRelease/ -- Raymond L. Smith, MD, has been selected for inclusion in Marquis Who's Who. As in all Marquis Who's Who biographical volumes, individuals profiled are selected on the basis of current reference value. Factors such as position, noteworthy accomplishments, visibility, and prominence in a field are all taken into account during the selection process. Dr. Smith has dedicated his career to the medical field, primarily focusing on plastic surgery and wound care. Since 2008, he has been the division chief at the Hyperbaric Center and Wound Care at Tower Health Reading Hospital Medical Center. Dr. Smith also brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to his role as an assistant professor of surgery at Drexel University in the school of medicine since 2022.
Highly regarded in his field, Dr. Smith's expertise spans plastic surgery, wound care, and hand surgery. His renowned professional journey in medicine began in 1977 as a staff member at Community General Hospital in Reading, Pennsylvania. He also held appointments at Reading Hospital and Saint Joseph Medical Center as a staff member and chief of plastic surgery and at the Reading Hospital Medical Center Wound Care and Hyperbaric Center as an associate physician. Dr. Smith's unwavering commitment to his patients was further demonstrated in 1981 when he became the owner of his private practice, which he maintained for over two decades.
Dr. Smith's academic journey is a testament to his dedication and pursuit of excellence. He earned a Bachelor of Science from Ursinus College in 1962 and a Doctor of Medicine from Temple University in 1966. His educational pursuits include a general surgery residency at the Graduate Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania between 1969 and 1973, a chief residency in general surgery at the Geisinger Medical Center in Danville, Pennsylvania, in 1974, and a plastic surgery residency at the Milton E. Hershey Medical Center of Pennsylvania State University in 1976. Dr. Smith also received board certification through the American Board of Plastic Surgery.
Dr. Smith's professional affiliations reflect his commitment to excellence and continuous learning within his field. He is a life member and fellow of the American College of Surgeons. He also maintains memberships with several prestigious organizations, including the American Society of Plastic Surgeons, the Undersea Hyperbaric Medical Society, the Berks County Medical Society, the Lipoplasty Society North America, and the American Association of Hand Surgery. Beyond his work-related contributions, Dr. Smith has contributed significantly as a member of the Republican Majority Foundation, the Republican National Committee, and the Advent Lutheran Church. As a veteran of the U.S. Air Force Medical Corps, where he served as a first lieutenant and captain, he is also a member of his local American Legion. In his free time, Dr. Smith is an artist involved in oil painting. He notably held his first art show at a nearby hospital.
In light of his success in the field, Dr. Smith received a 50-Year Achievement Award from the Berks County Medical Society in 2017 and 2018. He attributes much of his success to his steady hand and deep knowledge of anatomy. Moreover, Dr. Smith credits much of his inspiration and support to his wife, Coralynn Elder Smith, who has been by his side for over five decades.
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