Dr. Morton Smith

Dr. Morton E. Smith is an ophthalmologist at Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis. He serves as Professor Emeritus of Ophthalmology and Visual Sciences and Associate Dean Emeritus at WashU Medicine. Dr. Smith earned his medical degree from the University of Maryland School of Medicine and completed his ophthalmology residency at Barnes Hospital at Washington University School of Medicine, where he also pursued a fellowship in ophthalmic pathology. He is board certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology.

Dr. Smith's clinical expertise includes the diagnosis and management of eye tumors, such as uveal melanoma and retinoblastoma, as well as comprehensive eye care for conditions like cataracts, glaucoma, macular degeneration, diabetic eye disease, and dry eye. He has been recognized with numerous teaching awards throughout his career, including the Samuel R. Goldstein Leadership Award in Medical Student Education and the Distinguished Service Award from Washington University School of Medicine.