About
Dr. Martin Smith grew up in the small rural community of Santuck, SC, outside of Union. He attended Wofford College before earning his medical degree from the Medical University of South Carolina. He completed his residency in internal medicine at MUSC, then spent a year with an MUSC internal medicine practice before joining Harvest Free Medical Clinic full-time in 2013. He now serves as medical director at HFMC and directs an internal medicine elective for MUSC students who rotate through the clinic.
Dr. Smith is board-eligible in internal medicine and focuses on conditions including diabetes, diabetic retinopathy, hypertension, cholesterol disorders, heart failure, and kidney disease. His particular passion for diabetic retinopathy has drawn regional attention, including a feature video documenting his work at HFMC. Colleagues describe his competitive spirit, precision, and drive for excellence as defining traits he brings to patient care. He and his wife Laura Lee are raising four daughters in the Park Circle community.
Education & Training
Undergraduate
Wofford College
Medical School
Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC)
Residency
Internal Medicine, MUSC
Languages
English
Conditions Treated
Who is Dr. Smith right for?
Dr. Smith is a strong fit for adults managing chronic conditions like diabetes, hypertension, high cholesterol, heart failure, or kidney disease. His internal medicine background makes him particularly effective with patients who need careful, detail-oriented management of complex health issues. Patients with diabetes benefit especially from his focused interest in diabetic retinopathy and its complications. His precise, thorough approach suits patients who want a physician who tracks the details and stays ahead of complications.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Dr. Smith focuses on internal medicine with an emphasis on chronic disease management. He regularly treats patients with diabetes, diabetic retinopathy, hypertension, high cholesterol, heart failure, and kidney disease. His clinical depth in these areas reflects both his residency training at MUSC and his years of practice at Harvest Free Medical Clinic.
Dr. Smith trained in internal medicine at the Medical University of South Carolina. He completed his residency at MUSC and has spent his career focused on internal medicine and chronic disease care.
Dr. Smith earned his undergraduate degree at Wofford College and his medical degree at MUSC. He completed his internal medicine residency at MUSC as well, then worked at an MUSC internal medicine practice before moving to full-time clinical work at Harvest Free Medical Clinic in 2013.
Dr. Smith serves as medical director at Harvest Free Medical Clinic in Charleston. He also directs an internal medicine elective for MUSC medical students who rotate through the clinic. This work reflects his commitment to serving underserved populations alongside his Neighbors Med practice.
Dr. Smith brings precision and attention to detail to every patient interaction. He believes in building genuine relationships and treating each patient as an individual. His competitive drive translates into thorough, proactive care, especially for patients managing complex chronic conditions.
Dr. Smith has a notable focus on diabetic retinopathy, a complication of diabetes affecting vision. His work on this condition at Harvest Free Medical Clinic has drawn media attention, including a dedicated video feature. Patients managing diabetes benefit from his close attention to systemic complications.
Dr. Smith primarily serves adult patients dealing with chronic medical conditions. He is especially well-suited for patients managing diabetes and its complications, cardiovascular risk factors like hypertension and high cholesterol, and conditions like heart failure or kidney disease that require consistent long-term care.
Doctor profile last updated April 4, 2026