Franki Lambert Smith

Dr. Franki Lambert Smith serves as an Associate Professor of Clinical Dermatology at the University of Rochester School of Medicine and Dentistry with a joint appointment at the Wilmot Cancer Center. Board-certified by the American Board of Dermatology in both Dermatology and Micrographic Dermatologic Surgery, she specializes in Mohs surgery for skin cancer treatment and maintains active clinical practice through UR Medicine Faculty Group and Accountable Health Partners.

Education:

• MD from Loyola University Medical Center (2009)
• Internship in Dermatology at Ascension Resurrection (2009-2010)
• Dermatology Residency at University of Rochester Medical Center (2010-2013)
• Fellowship in Dermatology at University of Colorado Hospital-GME (2013-2014)

Clinical Expertise: Dr. Lambert Smith is a nationally recognized Mohs surgery specialist focusing on precision skin cancer removal with maximal tissue preservation. Her practice emphasizes patient-centered care for complex dermatological malignancies, particularly in cosmetically sensitive areas. She integrates advanced micrographic techniques with comprehensive patient education to optimize surgical outcomes and quality of life.

Patient Recognition: Consistently maintains a 5.0-star rating across 463+ patient reviews, with exceptional scores in communication (4.9), compassion (5.0), and treatment explanation (4.9). Patients universally praise her technical excellence, calm demeanor during procedures, and ability to alleviate anxiety through transparent care discussions.

Clinical Leadership: Directs a high-volume Mohs surgery team comprising residents, fellows, and specialized nurses at UR Medicine's dermatology center. The multidisciplinary unit operates as a 'finely tuned machine' (per patient testimonials), handling complex cases including rare skin diseases requiring multi-hour diagnostic sessions and post-surgical reconstruction.