About
Dr. Brooke Smith is a Family Medicine and Osteopathic Neuromusculoskeletal Medicine physician practicing in Thornville, Ohio. She earned her Bachelor of Science in Chemistry, with a Minor in Biology, magna cum laude, from The Ohio State University in 2017. She then completed her Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine degree at Ohio University Heritage College of Osteopathic Medicine in 2021. Her residency training in Family Medicine took place at OhioHealth O'Bleness, an osteopathically recognized program, where she completed her training in 2024. She went on to complete a second residency in Osteopathic Neuromusculoskeletal Medicine through OhioHealth in 2026. Dr. Smith holds board certifications in both Family Medicine and Osteopathic Manipulative Treatment.
Born and raised in Northwest Ohio, Dr. Smith chose to build her career serving rural and underserved communities in Southeast Ohio. She believes that every patient deserves thorough, unhurried care and that building a genuine relationship is central to good medicine. Her clinical interests span chronic disease management, musculoskeletal conditions, and preventive care. Outside the office, she spends time with her husband and daughter. She enjoys hiking, biking, camping, Jeep rides, vegetable gardening, and harvesting maple syrup. She shares her home with two dogs, a cat, and an ever-fluctuating number of fish.
Education & Training
Undergraduate
The Ohio State University, B.S. Chemistry, Minor in Biology, Magna cum laude (2013–2017)
Medical School
Ohio University Heritage College of Osteopathic Medicine, Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (2017–2021)
Residency
OhioHealth O'Bleness Family Medicine Residency (2021–2024)
Fellowship
OhioHealth Osteopathic Neuromusculoskeletal Medicine Residency (2025–2026)
Certifications
Conditions Treated
Who is Dr. Smith right for?
Dr. Smith is a strong fit for adults and families in rural Southeast Ohio seeking a primary care physician who knows them by name. Patients managing chronic conditions like diabetes, hypertension, depression, or high cholesterol benefit from her longitudinal, relationship-driven approach. She also serves patients dealing with musculoskeletal pain, including back, neck, hip, and SI joint issues, through osteopathic manipulation. Parents of newborns and young children can see her for concerns like torticollis or positional plagiocephaly. Patients who want transparent pricing and genuine access to their doctor will find her practice a natural fit.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Dr. Smith treats a broad range of primary care and musculoskeletal conditions. On the primary care side, she manages asthma, COPD, diabetes, depression, anxiety, hypertension, high cholesterol, and obesity. She also treats back pain, neck pain, hip pain, SI joint pain, TMJ disorder, migraines, tension headaches, chronic sinusitis, and pregnancy-related back pain through osteopathic manipulation. She sees children for torticollis, positional plagiocephaly, and breastfeeding concerns in newborns.
Yes. Dr. Smith holds dual board certifications in Family Medicine and Osteopathic Manipulative Treatment. She also completed a second residency in Osteopathic Neuromusculoskeletal Medicine through OhioHealth, finishing in 2026.
Dr. Smith earned her medical degree from Ohio University Heritage College of Osteopathic Medicine in 2021. She completed her Family Medicine residency at OhioHealth O'Bleness, an osteopathically recognized program, in 2024. She then completed a second residency in Osteopathic Neuromusculoskeletal Medicine through OhioHealth in 2026.
Dr. Smith takes a gentle, hands-on approach to osteopathic manipulative treatment. She rarely uses thrust techniques involving popping or cracking. Instead, she applies gentle pressure, stretching, and joint movement to reduce pain and restore function. Initial evaluations run about one hour, with follow-up sessions lasting 30 to 45 minutes.
Yes. Dr. Smith provides care for patients across the lifespan, from newborns to older adults. She treats children for conditions like torticollis and positional plagiocephaly. She also performs sports physicals, annual physical exams, and chronic disease management for adult patients.
" She prioritizes longer appointments, personal relationships, and transparent costs. Her dual training in Family Medicine and Osteopathic Neuromusculoskeletal Medicine lets her address both primary care needs and musculoskeletal concerns in a single practice.
Yes. Dr. Smith offers telehealth visits for members. Telemedicine allows patients to connect with her for appropriate concerns without coming into the office. Members also have after-hours phone access to Dr. Smith directly.
Dr. Smith opens her practice to new patients in July 2026. Prospective patients can join the new patient list through the practice website or contact the office directly to learn more.
Doctor profile last updated April 10, 2026