Dr. Michael Smit

OphthalmologyComprehensive Ophthalmologist
Canton, OH
(330) 452-8884
Accepts Medicare

Location

800 Mckinley Ave NW
Canton, OH 44703

Areas of Expertise

Refractive Surgery
Retinal Disease
Comprehensive Eye Exams
Diabetic Eye Care
Dry Eye Management
Macular Degeneration
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About Me

Dr. Michael Smit is a comprehensive ophthalmologist at Eye Centers of Ohio, where he has been practicing since 2017. He offers expertise in cataract and refractive surgery, surgical and medical treatment of glaucoma, and medical management of retinal disease. Dr. Smit provides care for a wide range of ocular conditions, drawing on his extensive background as both a board-certified optometrist and an osteopathic physician.

After completing an undergraduate degree at the University of Toledo and earning a Doctorate of Optometry, Dr. Smit served the community as an optometrist for ten years. He then pursued a Doctorate of Osteopathic Medicine at Pacific Northwest University, followed by an internship at SUMMA Health System Akron City Hospital and a residency in medical and surgical ophthalmology at University Hospitals Case Medical Center, where he served as Academic Chief. Dr. Smit is a member of the American Academy of Ophthalmology and the American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery.

Training

  • Internship

    2014

    SUMMA Health System Akron City Hospital

    Residency
  • Doctorate of Osteopathic Medicine

    2013

    Pacific Northwest University College of Osteopathic Medicine

    Medical School
  • University Hospitals Case Medical Center

    in Medical and Surgical Ophthalmology

    Case Western Reserve

    Residency
  • Doctorate of Optometry

    1998

    Nova Southeastern University College of Optometry

    Masters / PhD
  • Bachelor of Vision Science

    1996

    Nova Southeastern University College of Optometry

    Undergraduate
  • University of Toledo

    Bachelor of Science

    1994

    University of Toledo

    Undergraduate

Awards & Honors

  • Best Clinical Research Award

    2016

    Case Western Reserve

Certifications & Licensure

Licensed In
NH, OH
License Numbers
0733, 34.012627