SLUCare Physician Group
Emily Smith, MD
Dermatology, Dermatopathology

Dr. Emily Smith is a dermatologist and dermatopathologist who cares for children and adults. She offers general dermatology services and performs skin exams and skin cancer screenings. She has expertise in the diagnosis and management of high-risk skin cancer (including melanoma, squamous cell carcinoma, and Merkel cell carcinoma), skin cancer in immunosuppressed patients, pigmented skin lesions, and skin toxicities associated with anti-cancer therapies. She runs a supportive oncodermatology and cutaneous oncology clinic at the cancer center.
As a dermatopathologist, Dr. Smith plays a pivotal role in the skin pathology process, receiving a patient's biopsied skin specimen, examining the tissue, and then making the official diagnosis.
Dr. Smith's research interests include melanoma, pigmented skin lesions, high-risk/complex cutaneous oncology, supportive oncodermatology, and clinicopathologic correlation.
Dr. Smith is an associate professor with the Division of Dermatology in the Department of Dermatology at Saint Louis University School of Medicine.
As a dermatopathologist, Dr. Smith plays a pivotal role in the skin pathology process, receiving a patient's biopsied skin specimen, examining the tissue, and then making the official diagnosis.
Dr. Smith's research interests include melanoma, pigmented skin lesions, high-risk/complex cutaneous oncology, supportive oncodermatology, and clinicopathologic correlation.
Dr. Smith is an associate professor with the Division of Dermatology in the Department of Dermatology at Saint Louis University School of Medicine.
About Me
Specialties
Dermatology
Dermatopathology
Gender
Female
Education
University of Michigan
Residency, 2016
University of Michigan
Fellowship, 2017
University of Missouri - Columbia School of Medicine
Medical School, 2012
St Joseph Mercy Ann Arbor Transitional Year Progra
Internship, 2013
Hospital Affiliations
SSM Health Cardinal Glennon Children's Hospital
SSM Health Saint Louis University Hospital
SSM Health St. Mary's Hospital - St. Louis
Certifications
American Board of Dermatology
American Board of Pathology/Dermatopathology
Drug Enforcement Administration
Missouri Dept of Health/Narcotics&Dangerous Drugs
Missouri State Board of Registration
Medical Interests
Melanoma
Clinicopathologic correlation
Skin lesion removal
Reviews
Rating Breakdown
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Question Breakdown
4.9Overall Experience4.9Listened Carefully4.9Explained Things Clearly4.9Knew Medical History4.9Involved in Care Decisions4.9Showed Courtesy & Respect
Patient Reviews
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4.9 out of 5
152 ratings,
65 reviews
6/18/2026
I appreciate her as a doctor and professional knowledge since she explained the procedure well.
6/16/2026
Dr. Smith has provided excellent care. I enjoy my visits with her and don't ever feel rushed. She is friendly and knowledgeable. I have always felt like my concerns were heard.
6/16/2026
She makes sure she takes care of every suspicious spot. I know I am in good hands.
6/15/2026
She cares a whole lot.
6/11/2026
I would recommend them to anyone

