... is one of the most important qualities to possess as a specialist. It is my goal to improve the quality of life for even the most challenging patients."

M.D.: Medical College of Georgia
Fellowship: University of Alabama at Birmingham
Resident: University of Alabama at Birmingham
Internship: University of Alabama at Birmingham
B.S.: Bio Chemistry, University of Georgia (Phi Beta Kappa)

... is something that I cherish as a physician. As a specialist in Allergy and Immunology, Internal Medicine, and Pulmonary Medicine I am able to focus on the person as a whole.
It is with my wealth of experience and passion for life long learning that I will enhance the service and care at The Allergy and Asthma Center."

Member: American Academy of Allergy, Asthma, and Immunology, American College of Allergy, Asthma, and Immunology, Southeastern Allergy Society, South Carolina Society for Allergy, Asthma and Immunology (Board of Directors 2002), Georgia Allergy Society, American Thoracic Society, Georgia Thoracic Society (Executive Committee), American College of Physicians, AOA

... Having lived all my life in the south, it is in my nature to care for the well being of others.
Working in an open and friendly environment is the best way for me to get to know my patients on a personal level. With great enthusiasm I would like to welcome every patient to The Allergy and Asthma Center."

Licensure: Indiana, South Carolina, Georgia, Hawaii, and Alabama (inactive)
Board Certified: Allergy and Immunology - American Board of Allergy and Immunology, Internal Medicine - American Board of Internal Medicine, Pulmonary Diseases - American Board of Internal Medicine
Specialization: Comprehensive training:  Allergy and Immunology - University of Alabama at Birmingham, Pulmonary and Critical Care Medicine - Medical College of Georgia, Internal Medicine - University of Alabama at Birmingham

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... to remain effective in this constantly changing profession. I've spent many hours obtaining additional specialized skills. I'm pleased to be able to give my patients such high quality care."

Doctorate: Nursing, Rush University, Chicago, IL
M.S.: Nursing, University of Saint Francis (honors),
Ft. Wayne, IN
B.S.: Nursing, Purdue University, West Lafayette, IN
Diploma in Asthma Care: The National Asthma & Respiratory Training Center, American Academy of Nurse Practitioners Foundation
Board Certification:
Family Nurse Practitioner - American Academy of Nurse Practitioner's Adult Nurse Practitioner - American Nurse Credentialing Center
Emergency Care - Emergency Nurses Association
Pediatric Nurse Practitioner - American Nurse Credentialing Center

... are a 'must have' in today's medical world. By meeting with other headache, allergy and asthma specialists in these professional organizations, I can share my knowledge with them and learn from them, as well. This enables me to provide my patients with more informed, advanced care."

Member: American Headache Society, American Academy of Allergy, Asthma, and Immunology, American College of Allergy, Asthma, and Immunology, American Academy of Nurse Practitioners, American College of Nurse Practitioners, Coalition of Advanced Practice Nurses of Indiana, Sigma Theta Tau International, (National Honor Society-XiNu Chapter)

... is very important to me. With a wonderful family and a rewarding career, I'm grateful to be able to give something back to the community that's been a large part of my life for a long time."

Community involvement: Special Needs Foster Parent, Volunteer Lecturer at Various Health Clinics, Faculty - National Respiratory Training Institute, American Lung Association

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... I remain current and up to date on the latest in the management of allergies and asthma, and provide patients with the most innovative treatment options available."

M.S.: Nursing, Vanderbilt University, Nashville, TN
B.S.: Nursing, Tennessee Technological University, Cookeville, TN
Diploma in Asthma Care: The National Asthma & Respiratory Training Center, American Academy of Nurse Practitioners Foundation
Board Certification: 
Family Nurse Practitioner - American Academy of Nurse Practitioner's
Pediatric Nurse Practitioner - American Academy of Nurse Practitioner's
Emergency Care - Emergency Nurses Association
Licensure and Certification:  Advanced Cardiac Life Support Provider, Pediatric Advanced Life Support Provider 
Post Masters: Nursing, Belmont University, Nashville, TN

... provides a perfect opportunity to improve a local understanding of the restrictions that asthma places on all of us. By joining together with others concerned about asthma and allergies, I feel I can help relieve this burden."

Member: Sigma Theta Tau, (National Honor Society-Omega & Omicron Phi  Chapters), American Academy of Nurse Practitioners, American Academy of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology, Coalition of Advanced Practice Nurses of Indiana, Asthma Educators Association

... Jeannie and her husband moved to Fort Wayne from Tennessee in 2001 and they enjoy running, biking and skiing."

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When our patients have questions about their medications, need medical advice about their allergy or asthma condition(s), or are not feeling well, they can call our office and speak with one of our nurses or leave a message for one of our nurses to return a call. In most cases, a nurse returns their call within two hours, and almost always within 24 hours. Of course, emergencies receive immediate attention. On the phone, our nurses have the same caring attitude and attention to detail that they demonstrate in the office.

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The members of our friendly office and business staff provide many services for our patients. The front office answers all incoming phone calls, checks patients in and out, and directs the flow of visitors coming into the office. They also set up appointments for patients and take messages for the nurses.

The business department handles the patient accounts and health insurance issues. They answer patients' questions about their account balances, the status of their insurance claims, and eligibility for services. When there are problems with insurance claims, the business department investigates the claim and often advocates on behalf of the patient for payment of the insurance claim.

Asthma causes millions of Americans to miss countless days of work and school each year. It can also lead to fatigue and other illnesses such as colds and viruses. That's why we're proud to offer our
"Team Asthma Action Plan." It's your personalized binder full of valuable information regarding medications, self-treatments, educational materials, and much more. It's so effective, it's been recommended by the World Health Organization and the National Institute of Health. Don't let asthma prevent you or your loved ones from living an active, healthier life. For fast relief, call the asthma experts today!

Sneezing? Congestion? Itchy, watery eyes?

Even cosmetics and certain medicines can cause allergies. That's why we offer our
"Team Allergy Action Plan." It's your personalized binder full of valuable information regarding medications, self-treatments, educational materials, and much more. Plus, we offer "scratch" or "skin" testing the most accurate allergy testing available. Better yet, THIS ALLERGY TESTING DOESN'T USE NEEDLES!

Providers Discussing Patient Care

 Reviewing Electronic Charts

Providers on call 24/7

North Office Hours

in the Jefferson Medical Center
on the corner of Jefferson Blvd and Engle Rd

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next door to the the Grabel Bank
on the corner of Dupont Rd & Tonkel Rd

east of the city of Auburn on Seventh Street

*We are at this clinic on the second and 
fourth Friday of every month in the morning.

next door to the Pill Box Pharmacy

*We are at this office on Mondays, Wednesdays and Thursdays .

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And other insurance plans (If your insurance plan is not on this list, please call or e-mail our office and ask us about it. Or, call the member services number on your insurance card and ask if Dr. William Smits is a provider.)

We also accept commercial insurance plans. These plans allow patients to see any physician they choose and usually cover 80% of the charges while the patient pays 20%.

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