After serving the last 30 years as the Medical Director for Macon County Public Health, as well as providing Primary Care services for the last eight years, I have decided to retire. Caring for you, my patients, has been the most rewarding part. I have come to know many of you and your families as friends, and I am honored that many of you have trusted me with your care spanning multiple generations.
I am excited to announce that Dr. Allison Smith joined the practice full time on January 29, 2024 taking over my patients by the end of March. Dr. Smith has over 19 years of experience in the field of medicine having graduated from Georgia University of Health Sciences in 2005. I am confident that you will welcome her and will be very pleased with her care. Julie Rogers, our head nurse practitioner, will be assisting everyone with the transition.
It has been an extremely rewarding experience to help Macon County Public Health develop and grow their Primary Care Program. If you have any questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to contact our office at 828-349-2081.
Sincerely,
Donald A. Dewhurst, MD.
Dr. Allison Smith joins MCPH team
Dr. Allison Smith joined MCPH on Jan. 29.
Macon County Public Health is excited to announce that Dr. Allison Smith joined the agency full time on Jan. 29, taking over Dr. Dewhurst’s patients by the end of March.
Dr. Smith will also take over as Medical Director for MCPH and will join MCPH’s Leadership as we respond to any community outbreaks, etc.
Dr. Smith graduated from Georgia University of Health Sciences in 2005 and completed residency training at UT College of Medicine Chattanooga. She has over 19 years of experience in the field of family medicine, working with patients of all ages, including the care of newborns.
Dr. Smith previously lived in rural Alaska where she gained experience in outpatient care of patients of all ages, inpatient care of children, and care of ER patients. In her previous position she also served as medical director, helping to establish policies and procedures and quality review for primary care in addition to clinical duties.
Outside of work, Dr. Smith enjoys spending time with her husband and two sons in the outdoors, hiking and camping.
Dr. Smith is one of a kind and her approach to rural healthcare will greatly benefit the residents of Macon County. Please help us welcome Dr. Smith to Macon County Public Health.
If you would like to make an appointment, please contact MCPH at 828-349-2081.