Lynda Smith earned her Masters degree in Nursing from Southern Adventist University in 2003 after 26 years of nursing experience.  She also holds a Masters in Public Health from Loma Linda University in California and a Bachelor of Science degree in Nursing from Columbia Union College in Maryland. 

She practiced in Family Medicine 4 years before transitioning to dermatology practice with Dr. Susong in 2007.  She loves general dermatology, clearing acne, and minor surgery.  She lives in Ooltewah with her husband and has 2 delightful grandchildren.