Dr. Wendy Smith

OphthalmologyUveitis Specialist
Rochester, MN
(507) 284-2511
Accepts Medicare

Location

Mayo Clinic
200 1St St SW
Rochester, MN 55905

Areas of Expertise

HLA-B27 Associated Anterior Uveitis
Pars Planitis
Birdshot Chorioretinopathy
Multifocal Choroiditis
Sarcoidosis-related Uveitis
Behcet's Disease-related Uveitis
Immunotherapy-related Uveitis
Infectious Uveitis
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About Me

Dr. Wendy Smith is a board-certified ophthalmologist who completed fellowship training in ocular inflammation, immunology, and medical retina. She specializes in the evaluation and management of uveitis and scleritis for both adult and pediatric patients. Her clinical expertise includes a range of inflammatory eye conditions, such as HLA-B27 associated anterior uveitis, intermediate uveitis (including pars planitis), posterior and panuveitis, and uveitis related to systemic diseases like sarcoidosis or Behcet's disease. She also treats infectious uveitis and scleritis.

Dr. Smith emphasizes clear communication and collaborative care. She works closely with specialists in rheumatology, pulmonology, and infectious disease to provide comprehensive, multidisciplinary care for patients with complex ocular inflammatory conditions. Her approach is patient-centered, ensuring that individuals and their families are well-informed and supported throughout their treatment journey.

Training

  • National Eye Institute, National Institutes of Health

    Uveitis and Medical Retina

    2012

    National Institutes of Health

    Fellowship
  • Ophthalmology

    2010

    Department of Ophthalmology, Ohio State University Hospitals

    Residency
  • Clinical Internship

    2007

    Department of Internal Medicine, Ohio State University Hospitals

    Residency
  • Ohio State University College of Medicine

    MD

    2006

    The Ohio State University College of Medicine

    Medical School

Awards & Honors

  • Ophthalmology Teacher of the Year award

    2025

    Mayo Fellows Association

  • Achievement Award

    2018

    American Academy of Ophthalmology

  • Ophthalmology Teacher of the Year award

    2018

    Mayo Fellows Association

  • Eli G. Alcorn and John B. Alcorn Prize in Ophthalmology

    2006

    The Ohio State University College of Medicine

  • A. Maywood Forsythe Memorial Merit Award

    2004

    The Ohio State University College of Medicine

Certifications & Licensure

Licensed In
MN, OH
License Numbers
55168, 57.011763