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  • Obstetrics & Gynecology, Maternal & Fetal Medicine, Neonatology
  • 53 years of experience
  • 1301 Taylor St, Columbia, SC 29201

Brief Intro

Dr. Smythe served as Chief of Maternal Fetal Medicine at Madigan Army Medical Center from 1980-1982. At Richland Memorial Hospital he served as OB-GYN Director of Maternal Fetal Medicine from 1982-1985. Practiced Obstetrics and Gynecology and Maternal Fetal Medicine at Baptist Medical Center since 1985. He is a founding partner of Columbia Women's Healthcare. He and his wife, Gwen, have 4 children and 4 grandchildren. He enjoys hunting, golf and spending time at Lake Wateree.

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Education Background

RESIDENCY

University Of Alabama Hospital

MEDICAL SCHOOL

Medical University Of South Carolina College Of Medicine - 1972

Languages Spoken

  • English

Location & Hours

  • 1301 Taylor St, Columbia, SC 29201

Specialties Treated

  • Obstetrics & Gynecology
  • Neonatology
  • Maternal & Fetal Medicine

Conditions Addressed

  • Complicating Pregnancy or Childbirth
  • Premenstrual Syndrome (PMS)
  • Uncomplicated or Low Risk Pregnancy and Delivery
  • Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS)
  • Ovarian Dysfunction
  • Candidiasis of Vulva and Vagina
  • Hemorrhoids
  • Pregnancy-Induced Hypertension
  • Endometriosis
  • Female Infertility
  • Spontaneous Abortion
  • Breast Disorders
  • Uterine Leiomyoma
  • Conditions of Pregnancy and Delivery
  • Hypertension (HTN)
  • Genital HPV
  • Menopausal and Postmenopausal Disorders
  • Abnormal Vaginal Bleeding
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Procedures Performed

  • Myomectomy
  • D & C Dilation and Curettage

Insurance Accepted

* Insurance information may change frequently. Please verify directly with the provider (doctor/clinic).

  • Aetna
  • Blue Choice Health Plan
  • Palmetto GBA
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of South Carolina
  • Molina Healthcare
  • GEHA
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Medicare
  • Humana
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  • Cancer 13
  • Cardiology, Heart & Vascular Surgery 14
  • Orthopedics 27
  • Neurology & Neurosurgery 19
  • Gastroenterology & GI Surgery 25
  • Pulmonology & Lung Surgery 28
  • Diabetes & Endocrinology 14
  • Children's Hospital 5
  • Urology 24
  • Psychiatry 24
  • Geriatrics 24
  • Rehabilitation 26
  • Obsterics & Gynecology 4
  • Ear, Nose & Throat 3
  • Rheumatology 1
  • Long Term Care 6
  • Maternity Care (Uncomplicated Pregnancy) 8