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Biography: Benjamin Smith, M.D., is a board-certified general surgeon with LewisGale Physicians in Blacksburg, Virginia. Dr. Smith earned his Medical Doctorate from Pennsylvania State University College of Medicine at Hershey, and completed his residency in general surgery at Eastern Virginia Medical Center, in Norfolk. Prior to his medical studies, he graduated with highest honors from University of Mary Washington, with a Bachelor of Science in biology. Dr. Smith has over four years of general surgery practice experience and is board-certified by the American Board of Surgery. He is also a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons (FACS). Dr. Smith is welcoming new patients and referrals.

Care Philosophy: I walk with you on your incredible journey with clinical decisions made with you and not for you. Your goals/values in life and your personal priorities is one of the important factors that helps me decide what might be best for you. I practice evidence based yet personalized medicine. As you walk into the clinic, you will realize that you will be incredibly supported with amazing staffs/health care professionals right from the get go.

Biography: Dr. David Sindram, MD is a General Surgery Specialist who practices in Winston Salem, NC. He is 54 years old and has been practicing for 28 years. Dr. David Sindram, MD is affiliated with Novant Health Thomasville Medical Center.

Biography: Dr. Jacks attributes her decision to work in oncology to her mentors in basic science labs and clinical units. They introduced her to promising advances in oncology research and deepened her appreciation for the oncologist-patient relationship. She has a clinical focus in head, neck and thoracic cancers, including lung and esophageal diseases. Dr. Jacks believes the best way to fight these and other forms of cancer is through prevention. She helps patients choose a healthy lifestyle that decreases cancer risks. Dr. Jacks is a Charleston native and is happy to be back in the Carolinas with her husband, Sam Jacks, a cardiothoracic surgeon, and their son, George. In her free time, she enjoys yoga, cooking and traveling.

Biography: Dr. Karanita Ojomo, MD is a Radiation Oncology Specialist who practices in Pulaski, VA. She is 68 years old and has been practicing for 39 years. Dr. Karanita Ojomo, MD is affiliated with Lewisgale Hospital Pulaski.