Healthcare specialist

Dr. Elven Smith, OD

Optometrist

1502 E Broad Ave Suite A
Rockingham, NC 28379

Overall rating

Top reviews

My family and I have had the pleasure of allowing Dr. Smith to care for our vision needs for a very long time. Every visit is just as pleasant as the next. He is always kind and professional. We really appreciate Dr. Smith. ThanksShow more so much for years of service Dr. Smith. Keep up the good work.

Wanda J • June 24, 2026

My experience was very good with everything and everyone. I enjoyed talking with everyone and learning about how much Dr Smith was involved with his work and with his patients. If you had any questions about anything, he would ansShow morewer them for you. I was very pleased about my visit.

Sarah E • July 15, 2026

Read more reviews

Got questions for
Dr. Elven Smith, OD?


About Dr. Elven Smith, OD

MY ADVENTURE IN OPTOMETRY STARTED AT 7 YEARS OLD WHEN MY MOTHER(DR. ELIZ M. DAY) WENT BACK TO SCHOOL TO GET HER DEGREE IN OPTOMETRY. I WOULD ATTEND CLASS WITH HER,NEUTRALIZE GLASSES FOR MISSION TRIPS,WORK IN OPTICAL LABS,WORK AS AN OPTOMETRIC TECHNICIAN,ETC. MY STEPFATHER(DR. FRANK B. DAY) ALSO CAME FROM A FAMILY OF OPTOMETRISTS, HIS GRANDFATHER HELD THE NUMBER 1 LICENSE IN NORTH CAROLINA. DURING UNDERGRADUATE I PARTICIPATED IN RESEARCH ON RETINAL CELL REGENERATION(EARLY STEM CELL ) AND LEAD TOXICITY STUDIES. I GAINED A GREAT DEAL OF EXPERIENCE DURING MY EXTERNSHIP AT BRUNSWICK NAVAL AIR STATION /PORTSMOUTH NAVAL SHIP YARD. ALSO FROM YEARS OF SERVICING PATIENTS IN NURSING HOMES. POST GRADUATE EDUCATION( A MINIMUM OF 20 HOURS PER YEAR) INCLUDED CERTIFICATION IN LASER(YAG/ARGON),INJECTIONS & IV,CPR/DEFIB,AND VISION THERAPY VIP PROGRAM. I LOOK FORWARD TO SERVING YOU AND YOUR FAMILY!!! GOD BLESS YOU AND YOURS!!!

Location

Smith Optometric PLLC

1502 E Broad Ave Suite A
Rockingham, NC, 28379


More About Dr. Elven Smith, OD

NPI Number

1215974548

Provider's Gender

Male


Background and Education

Years practicing

33 years

Education

  • PENN STATE UNIVERSITY, 1983
  • UNIVERSITY OF HOUSTON COLLEGE OF OPTOMETRY, 1987

Associations

  • AMERICAN OPTOMETRIC ASSOCIATION
  • NORTH CAROLINA STATE OPTOMETRIC SOCIETY

Reviews

4.96
706 Reviews

Smooth as silk No issues

Robert H • July 24, 2026

Best bedside manner, so polite, and knowledgeable! Always a good experience and I feel well cared for!!

Talia S • July 23, 2026

All the people are friendly, and very professional, the office was very clean and there was not any waiting time

Lori C • July 22, 2026

Great service!!! Very promt!! Love this place!!!!

Sam W • July 20, 2026

I was in and out, like I like it !

Armisha M • July 16, 2026

My experience was very good with everything and everyone. I enjoyed talking with everyone and learning about how much Dr Smith was involved with his work and with his patients. If you had any questions about anything, he would answer them for you. I was very pleased about my visit.

Sarah E • July 15, 2026

Everyone was very nice.

Sarah E • July 15, 2026

Excellent service. Entire staff very polite & professional. I highly recommend anyone requiring eye exam to visit Dr Smiths' office.

David W • July 15, 2026

I have been a patient Dr. Smith for several years. My visits are always are always thorough and I feel like he cares about my health.

Teresa K • July 13, 2026

Dr.Elven is an excellent Dr. and he's a great nice person....He has God in his life which is a pleasure to meet...

Rickie L • July 09, 2026

I always enjoy my visit with Dr. Smith. It always feels like “home”. Today he gave me advice and guidance on how to control my diabetes. The visit never feels rushed. Always pleased with him and his staff!! I’d highly recommend!!

Jessica E • July 08, 2026

It’s always awesome!!!

Johnnie J • July 08, 2026

Dr. Elven is great!

Jalen W • July 06, 2026

Highly efficient and effective

Danny T • July 04, 2026

Excellent care for his patients. Goes out of his way to help

Kenneth G • July 02, 2026

It was an excellent experience. The care that Dr. Smith and his staff provide is valuable and very much appreciated. They also took time to make me aware of additional options that would cut the cost of my lenses. They are an awesome team.

Renee B • June 29, 2026

Robin was very nice. She made me feel relaxed. Dr Smith was great. He was informative about all the procedures. He was quick about all the modes of the exam. He answered my questions. Great experience.

Charles T • June 26, 2026

The staff was friendly and professional. Dr. Smith is very knowledgeable. It was a great experience.

Lauren T • June 26, 2026

This young Man, was a pleasure to talk to while doing my eye exam. Answered any questions I had and I would recommend him to anyone who asked me….

Boot S • June 26, 2026

Great experience. Dr Smith is the best, always courteous and friendly and shows concern and listens to his patients. Staff is friendly and courteous as well

Sarah W • June 25, 2026

Very nice and professional staff

Elazer G • June 25, 2026

Very good guy always upfront with you. Let you know if you have any problems wrong with your eyes. He will talk to you about anything you wanna talk about best eye doctor I’ve ever been to and the only one I’ve been to.

Ricky L • June 25, 2026

My family and I have had the pleasure of allowing Dr. Smith to care for our vision needs for a very long time. Every visit is just as pleasant as the next. He is always kind and professional. We really appreciate Dr. Smith. Thanks so much for years of service Dr. Smith. Keep up the good work.

Wanda J • June 24, 2026

Dr. Smith is the Very Best I have ever been to for my eye exams. He's polite friendly and very thorough. He takes the time to answer questions too. Always a great experience!

Sandra G • June 24, 2026

Excellent care friendly service.

Judy R • June 23, 2026

The whole Team was professional, informative, and compassionate about what they do.

Danny B • June 23, 2026

Quick and easy care ,very patient and kind I wish I had known about them before now !! 10/10

Darena R • June 23, 2026

Dr smith done a a good jod

Robert N • June 16, 2026

Excellent & professional care as always! Short wait time.

Becky C • June 16, 2026

They were awesome top of the line, everyone was excellent!!

Terrie E • June 11, 2026

View more reviews

Are you Dr. Elven Smith, OD?

Manage your profile to get more exposure and incoming appointments.