Edward Smith, M.D., orthopaedic spine surgeon in Meridian, Mississippi

Edward Smith, M.D.

Fellowship-trained orthopaedic spine surgeon · Meridian, Mississippi

I am a fellowship-trained orthopaedic spine surgeon at Meridian Orthopaedic Specialists. I see patients in Meridian, Mississippi, and serve patients from across east Mississippi and west Alabama. I evaluate and treat acute and chronic degenerative problems of the cervical, thoracic, and lumbar spine, including:

  • Neck and back pain
  • Radiculopathy and sciatica
  • Spinal stenosis and neurogenic claudication
  • Myelopathy
  • Spine fractures
  • Disc herniations and spondylolisthesis (slipped discs)

I use both non-surgical and surgical approaches.

I aim to explain findings in plain language, match treatment to your goals, and keep care close to home whenever possible.

Education and training

  • B.S., Rhodes College
  • Anatomy Certification Program, Tulane University
  • M.D., Tulane University School of Medicine
  • Orthopaedic Surgery Residency, Tulane University School of Medicine
  • Orthopaedic Spine Surgery Fellowship, University Orthopedics at Brown University

Board certification

  • American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery

Professional memberships

  • American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons
  • North American Spine Society

Conditions treated

I routinely evaluate patients with sciatica and lumbar radiculopathy.

Minimally invasive & endoscopic options

When surgery is appropriate, I offer minimally invasive options, including endoscopic spine surgery using Arthrex systems, when they fit the problem. These techniques work through smaller openings when anatomy allows. They may not be right for every patient or every diagnosis.

More patient information: Arthrex Spine Patient

Practice

Meridian Orthopaedic Specialists

Referrals are not needed unless your insurance requires one. In most cases, we can see you the same week, with me or my nurse practitioner.

Selected honors

  • 2012: Gold Humanism in Medicine Society
  • 2014: William F. Sherman Award (most outstanding second-year resident)
  • 2018: Tulane Interlock Award (excellence in orthopaedic trauma)

Selected publications

  • Lucas J, Smith E, Eskander M, McPhee J, Lapinsky A. Esophageal Perforation More Than 10 Years After Anterior Cervical Spine Plating. Clinical Neurology and Neurosurgery, 2013.
  • Deal J, Smith E, Heard W, O’Brien M, Savoie F. Platelet-Rich Plasma for Primary Treatment of Partial UCL Tears: MRI correlation with results. Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, 2017.

Sciatica · Herniated lumbar disc · FAQ · Contact

Schedule an evaluation

To schedule an appointment with me, call Meridian Orthopaedic Specialists at 601.385.9111.

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