Dr. R. Marty Smith, O.D. completed his undergraduate studies at Morehead State University in 1991 and received his Doctor of Optometry degree from Indiana University School of Optometry in 1995. He completed fellowships at Commonwealth Eye Surgery, Lexington, Kentucky, and at Bascom Palmer Eye Institute, Miami, Florida.
Dr. Smith has been an optometric physician at Commonwealth Eye Surgery since May of 1996.
Dr. R. Marty Smith, O.D. completed his undergraduate studies at Morehead State University in 1991 and received his Doctor of Optometry degree from Indiana University School of Optometry in 1995. He completed fellowships at Commonwealth Eye Surgery, Lexington, Kentucky, and at Bascom Palmer Eye Institute, Miami, Florida.
Dr. Smith has been an optometric physician at Commonwealth Eye Surgery since May of 1996.
The reviews listed below were collected independently of Commonwealth Eye Clinic through rater8. Each review represents an authentic and verified patient experience.
Very personable and informative
(4 days ago)
Jan-2026
Excellent
(4 days ago)
Jan-2026
Dr. Smith truly took time to answer any and all questions I may have had. Best experience I could have imagined! I was fearful of surgery but felt so at ease after Dr. Smith explained everything to me.
Marilyn
(4 days ago)
Jan-2026
Dr Smith was inspired confidence with his professional yet personable approach.
(3 weeks ago)
Dec-2025
Good job
(3 weeks ago)
Dec-2025
Very informative
(3 weeks ago)
Dec-2025
He is a very kind and thorough Doctor! He explains everything and takes his time with you!
(3 weeks ago)
Dec-2025
Everyone done a great job
(3 weeks ago)
Dec-2025
Very professional and educated me about my upcoming surgery.
(1 month ago)
Dec-2025
Explained things well and made me feel confident of the procedure. So grateful for all involved. Christmas miracle to see better now than I have ever seen at age 66!
(1 month ago)
Dec-2025
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Commonwealth Eye Clinic
2353 Alexandria Dr #260 Lexington, KY 40504
Dr. R. Marty Smith, O.D. is a native of Hindman, Kentucky. He completed his undergraduate studies at Morehead State University in 1991 and received his Doctor of Optometry degree from Indiana University School of Optometry in 1995. He completed fellowships at Commonwealth Eye Surgery, Lexington, Kentucky, and at Bascom Palmer Eye Institute, Miami, Florida.
Dr. Smith has been an optometric physician at Commonwealth Eye Surgery since May of 1996. He either currently serves or has previously served as adjunct clinical professor for the University of Houston College of Optometry, Southern College of Optometry, Nova Southeastern College of Optometry, Michigan College of Optometry at Ferris State University, Illinois College of Optometry, Indiana University School of Optometry, University of Alabama at Birmingham School of Optometry, and The Ohio State University School of Optometry.
Dr. Smith is an active member of the American Optometric Association, the Kentucky Optometric Association, and the Society for Excellence in Eye Care. He resides in Nicholasville with his wife, Alison, sons, Dylan and Nicholas, and daughter, Ainsley.
Very personable and informative
Excellent
Dr. Smith truly took time to answer any and all questions I may have had. Best experience I could have imagined! I was fearful of surgery but felt so at ease after Dr. Smith explained everything to me. Marilyn
Dr Smith was inspired confidence with his professional yet personable approach.
Good job
Very informative
He is a very kind and thorough Doctor! He explains everything and takes his time with you!
Everyone done a great job
Very professional and educated me about my upcoming surgery.
Explained things well and made me feel confident of the procedure. So grateful for all involved. Christmas miracle to see better now than I have ever seen at age 66!