Elizabeth Smith, FNP-C
Family Nurse Practitioner
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Specialty
Family MedicineGraduate Education
Mercer University
Undergraduate Education
Tuskgee University
Certification
American Academy of Nurse Practitioners
Emergency Nurses AssociationLanguages Spoken
English
Practicing Location
Primary Care at Stockbridge
About Elizabeth Smith, FNP-C
Elizabeth Smith, FNP-C has a strong desire to expand her ability to directly impact patient care.
Elizabeth Smith, FNP-C has over 30 years of nursing experience in diverse specialties like NICU, Pediatric Cardiac ICU, Med-Surg, and ER, this provider brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to their practice. A graduate of Mercer University with a Master of Science in Nursing, they advanced their clinical skills and became certified with the American Academy of Nurse Practitioners Certification Program (AANCP) and the Emergency Nurses Association (ENA).
Elizabeth’s passion lies in patient education, aiming to empower individuals to make informed decisions about their health. She has found that understanding the reasoning behind a treatment plan can significantly improve compliance and outcomes. By simplifying complex medical information, they enable patients to take an active role in their health journey, helping them gain confidence and clarity about their care.
Beyond the clinic, Elizabeth enjoys building connections and hearing patients’ stories, which helps foster trust and open communication. A lifelong learner, she also has a strong interest in psychology, especially in helping people adapt to challenging life situations to reduce stress and improve mental well-being. In their free time, she loves traveling, gardening, spending time with her grandchildren, and unwinding with movies and reading.