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Dr. Carolyn Smallwood received her bachelor’s degree from Toccoa Falls College in Toccoa, Ga., and her master’s degree in public health from A.T. Still University in Kirksville, Miss. She obtained her medical degree from the Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine in Suwanee, Ga. Dr. Smallwood completed her residency at Southern Family Medicine in Pueblo, Colo.
Dr. Smallwood is a member of the American Academy of Family Practice and the American Osteopathic Association. She is a diplomat of the American Board of Family Medicine.
Dr. Smallwood currently is in practice with Wellstar Marietta Family Medicine.
Specialties
Family Medicine
Education & Training
Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine
Degree
Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine
Residency
St Mary-Corwin Medical Center
Certifications
American Board of Family Medicine
Languages spoken
English
Patient Reviews
Overall patient rating
4.9
Based on 469 patient ratings
Listened to me carefully
I'd recommend this provider to family and friends
I'd recommend this practice to family and friends
Shared the right amount of information
Earned my trust
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Patient Reviews
5
Dr. Smallwood is absolutely hands down the best care provider! Her wonderful bedside manner and care and concern are bar none!
April 24, 2025
5
Dr Smallwood is the best! Staff is always friendly and helpful!! Keep up the great work
April 24, 2025
5
Dr Smallwood is an amazing human being and physician. She knows how to connect with her patients. I'm afraid that isn't always valued against how many patients can you get in and out in an hour. She remembers what we talked about. Someday when I don't need her anymore she would be a great resident teacher.
April 24, 2025
5
Dr. Smallwood was awesome!
April 23, 2025
5
Dr Smallwood listens. Really listens
April 23, 2025
5
Good quality health care, great physician and staff who are all very knowledgeable and courteous.
April 21, 2025
5
Dr. Smallwood offers the best care available.
April 21, 2025
4
I think the world of Dr. Smallwood. It was so good to see her yesterday.
April 19, 2025
5
Dr Smallwood is the VERY best.
February 12, 2025
5
Dr. Smallwood is a very kind and compassionate doctor who really listens. She cares about my health and wants to keep me as healthy as possible.
February 10, 2025
5
Dr. Smallwood is a caring, passionate practitioner who I highly recommend. She listens to your concerns and gives sound recommendations without pushing you to a certain direction.
February 10, 2025
5
I love Dr Smallwood, but she's the only Wellstar provider I will go to. Since Wellstar won't bill my supplement, (MediShare 65+, which works EXACTLY like any Plan G supplement and is much more affordable), it's not worth the hassle to bill them myself.
February 10, 2025
5
Dr. Smallwood is an excellent physician who listens with compassion. I'm grateful to be in her care.
February 9, 2025
5
Dr. Smallwood is the best! Never in a hurry and always takes time to listen to any concerns I have.
February 8, 2025
5
My primary care doctor is Dr. Smallwood, and every time I have come to her for my appointments, she is 100% thorough, professional, and concerned about my health. I appreciate that very much, and thank you for this survey. Bye.
February 8, 2025
5
Doctor ordered pneumonia shot, but no one came to give it to me. I was escorted out. Tried to book physical for next year. Only afternoon appointments are available with Dr Smallwood, so I will probably change Primary Care physician.
February 7, 2025
5
After years of searching and nearly losing hope of finding the right doctor, I found Dr. Smallwood through a recommendation and I'm so very grateful for that recommendation. She's genuinely caring and attentive, taking time to provide thoughtful solutions. Dr Smallwood treats me like a person, not a number. Her authentic approach to patient care is truly a gift, and I couldn't be happier to have her as my primary care physician. Thank you Dr. Smallwood
February 7, 2025
5
Great experience! Dr. Smallwood and her team are the best!
February 6, 2025
5
She took the time to answer all my questions with compassion.
February 7, 2025
5
Dr Smallwood is great. No regrets.
February 7, 2025
5
As always, staff and care professionals exhibited the utmost professionalism and courtesy for my appointment!
February 6, 2025
5
Have had great experiences previously. Recommended to friends and neighbors often!
February 7, 2025
5
I have recommended Dr. Smallwood to my friend and she loves both of them.
February 4, 2025
5
Dr. Smallwood & her staff are AMAZING.
February 4, 2025
5
I think the ladies in the lab / blood draw room don't get enough props. They were great. Good attitude, fast, efficient, helpful. And really funny :-)
February 4, 2025
5
Thorough, attentive pleasant and engaging. Wonderful visit
February 1, 2025
5
I would like to have a quiet peaceful environment when having blood drawn. The loud singing and dancing by the main lab tech made it uncomfortable for me. I could feel the needle pulsing in my arm as she sang and tapped her feet to the music. I appreciated her happy energy, but personally it makes me want to go elsewhere.
February 8, 2025
5
She is the best
January 30, 2025
5
The appointment was on time and all my questions were answered. I had to wait 45 minutes for lab work, but the techs were very good and pleasant!
January 27, 2025
5
I love being a patient of Dr. Smallwood. I can't say enough positive things about her and how she treats her patients. She is kind, caring, considerate, thorough and genuine. She always goes above and beyond to make sure all my questions are answered and I understand any care plan we discuss. She cares about her patients. Not one patient is just a number to her and it is very apparent that she treats each patient with a level of care that is unique and meaningful. I have recommended Dr. Smallwood to many friends, family and coworkers. I can 100% say in confidence that Dr. Smallwood is by far the absolute best Doctor i have ever seen. I appreciate her so much!
January 27, 2025
5
Dr. Smallwood is absolutely hands down the best care provider! Her wonderful bedside manner and care and concern are bar none!
April 24, 2025
5
Dr Smallwood is the best! Staff is always friendly and helpful!! Keep up the great work
April 24, 2025
5
Dr Smallwood is an amazing human being and physician. She knows how to connect with her patients. I'm afraid that isn't always valued against how many patients can you get in and out in an hour. She remembers what we talked about. Someday when I don't need her anymore she would be a great resident teacher.
April 24, 2025
5
Dr. Smallwood was awesome!
April 23, 2025
5
Dr Smallwood listens. Really listens
April 23, 2025
5
Good quality health care, great physician and staff who are all very knowledgeable and courteous.
April 21, 2025
5
Dr. Smallwood offers the best care available.
April 21, 2025
5
Dr Smallwood is the VERY best.
February 12, 2025
5
Dr. Smallwood is a very kind and compassionate doctor who really listens. She cares about my health and wants to keep me as healthy as possible.
February 10, 2025
5
Dr. Smallwood is a caring, passionate practitioner who I highly recommend. She listens to your concerns and gives sound recommendations without pushing you to a certain direction.
February 10, 2025
5
I love Dr Smallwood, but she's the only Wellstar provider I will go to. Since Wellstar won't bill my supplement, (MediShare 65+, which works EXACTLY like any Plan G supplement and is much more affordable), it's not worth the hassle to bill them myself.
February 10, 2025
5
Dr. Smallwood is an excellent physician who listens with compassion. I'm grateful to be in her care.
February 9, 2025
5
Dr. Smallwood is the best! Never in a hurry and always takes time to listen to any concerns I have.
February 8, 2025
5
My primary care doctor is Dr. Smallwood, and every time I have come to her for my appointments, she is 100% thorough, professional, and concerned about my health. I appreciate that very much, and thank you for this survey. Bye.
February 8, 2025
5
Doctor ordered pneumonia shot, but no one came to give it to me. I was escorted out. Tried to book physical for next year. Only afternoon appointments are available with Dr Smallwood, so I will probably change Primary Care physician.
February 7, 2025
5
After years of searching and nearly losing hope of finding the right doctor, I found Dr. Smallwood through a recommendation and I'm so very grateful for that recommendation. She's genuinely caring and attentive, taking time to provide thoughtful solutions. Dr Smallwood treats me like a person, not a number. Her authentic approach to patient care is truly a gift, and I couldn't be happier to have her as my primary care physician. Thank you Dr. Smallwood
February 7, 2025
5
Great experience! Dr. Smallwood and her team are the best!
February 6, 2025
5
She took the time to answer all my questions with compassion.
February 7, 2025
5
Dr Smallwood is great. No regrets.
February 7, 2025
5
As always, staff and care professionals exhibited the utmost professionalism and courtesy for my appointment!
February 6, 2025
5
Have had great experiences previously. Recommended to friends and neighbors often!
February 7, 2025
5
I have recommended Dr. Smallwood to my friend and she loves both of them.
February 4, 2025
5
Dr. Smallwood & her staff are AMAZING.
February 4, 2025
5
I think the ladies in the lab / blood draw room don't get enough props. They were great. Good attitude, fast, efficient, helpful. And really funny :-)
February 4, 2025
5
Thorough, attentive pleasant and engaging. Wonderful visit
February 1, 2025
5
I would like to have a quiet peaceful environment when having blood drawn. The loud singing and dancing by the main lab tech made it uncomfortable for me. I could feel the needle pulsing in my arm as she sang and tapped her feet to the music. I appreciated her happy energy, but personally it makes me want to go elsewhere.
February 8, 2025
5
She is the best
January 30, 2025
5
The appointment was on time and all my questions were answered. I had to wait 45 minutes for lab work, but the techs were very good and pleasant!
January 27, 2025
5
I love being a patient of Dr. Smallwood. I can't say enough positive things about her and how she treats her patients. She is kind, caring, considerate, thorough and genuine. She always goes above and beyond to make sure all my questions are answered and I understand any care plan we discuss. She cares about her patients. Not one patient is just a number to her and it is very apparent that she treats each patient with a level of care that is unique and meaningful. I have recommended Dr. Smallwood to many friends, family and coworkers. I can 100% say in confidence that Dr. Smallwood is by far the absolute best Doctor i have ever seen. I appreciate her so much!
January 27, 2025
4
I think the world of Dr. Smallwood. It was so good to see her yesterday.
April 19, 2025
4
I think the world of Dr. Smallwood. It was so good to see her yesterday.
April 19, 2025
5
Dr. Smallwood is absolutely hands down the best care provider! Her wonderful bedside manner and care and concern are bar none!
April 24, 2025
5
Dr Smallwood is the best! Staff is always friendly and helpful!! Keep up the great work
April 24, 2025
5
Dr Smallwood is an amazing human being and physician. She knows how to connect with her patients. I'm afraid that isn't always valued against how many patients can you get in and out in an hour. She remembers what we talked about. Someday when I don't need her anymore she would be a great resident teacher.
April 24, 2025
5
Dr. Smallwood was awesome!
April 23, 2025
5
Dr Smallwood listens. Really listens
April 23, 2025
5
Good quality health care, great physician and staff who are all very knowledgeable and courteous.
April 21, 2025
5
Dr. Smallwood offers the best care available.
April 21, 2025
5
Dr Smallwood is the VERY best.
February 12, 2025
5
Dr. Smallwood is a very kind and compassionate doctor who really listens. She cares about my health and wants to keep me as healthy as possible.
February 10, 2025
5
Dr. Smallwood is a caring, passionate practitioner who I highly recommend. She listens to your concerns and gives sound recommendations without pushing you to a certain direction.
February 10, 2025
5
I love Dr Smallwood, but she's the only Wellstar provider I will go to. Since Wellstar won't bill my supplement, (MediShare 65+, which works EXACTLY like any Plan G supplement and is much more affordable), it's not worth the hassle to bill them myself.
February 10, 2025
5
Dr. Smallwood is an excellent physician who listens with compassion. I'm grateful to be in her care.
February 9, 2025
5
Dr. Smallwood is the best! Never in a hurry and always takes time to listen to any concerns I have.
February 8, 2025
5
My primary care doctor is Dr. Smallwood, and every time I have come to her for my appointments, she is 100% thorough, professional, and concerned about my health. I appreciate that very much, and thank you for this survey. Bye.
February 8, 2025
5
Doctor ordered pneumonia shot, but no one came to give it to me. I was escorted out. Tried to book physical for next year. Only afternoon appointments are available with Dr Smallwood, so I will probably change Primary Care physician.
February 7, 2025
5
After years of searching and nearly losing hope of finding the right doctor, I found Dr. Smallwood through a recommendation and I'm so very grateful for that recommendation. She's genuinely caring and attentive, taking time to provide thoughtful solutions. Dr Smallwood treats me like a person, not a number. Her authentic approach to patient care is truly a gift, and I couldn't be happier to have her as my primary care physician. Thank you Dr. Smallwood
February 7, 2025
5
Great experience! Dr. Smallwood and her team are the best!
February 6, 2025
5
She took the time to answer all my questions with compassion.
February 7, 2025
5
Dr Smallwood is great. No regrets.
February 7, 2025
5
As always, staff and care professionals exhibited the utmost professionalism and courtesy for my appointment!
February 6, 2025
5
Have had great experiences previously. Recommended to friends and neighbors often!
February 7, 2025
5
I have recommended Dr. Smallwood to my friend and she loves both of them.
February 4, 2025
5
Dr. Smallwood & her staff are AMAZING.
February 4, 2025
5
I think the ladies in the lab / blood draw room don't get enough props. They were great. Good attitude, fast, efficient, helpful. And really funny :-)
February 4, 2025
5
Thorough, attentive pleasant and engaging. Wonderful visit
February 1, 2025
5
I would like to have a quiet peaceful environment when having blood drawn. The loud singing and dancing by the main lab tech made it uncomfortable for me. I could feel the needle pulsing in my arm as she sang and tapped her feet to the music. I appreciated her happy energy, but personally it makes me want to go elsewhere.
February 8, 2025
5
She is the best
January 30, 2025
5
The appointment was on time and all my questions were answered. I had to wait 45 minutes for lab work, but the techs were very good and pleasant!
January 27, 2025
5
I love being a patient of Dr. Smallwood. I can't say enough positive things about her and how she treats her patients. She is kind, caring, considerate, thorough and genuine. She always goes above and beyond to make sure all my questions are answered and I understand any care plan we discuss. She cares about her patients. Not one patient is just a number to her and it is very apparent that she treats each patient with a level of care that is unique and meaningful. I have recommended Dr. Smallwood to many friends, family and coworkers. I can 100% say in confidence that Dr. Smallwood is by far the absolute best Doctor i have ever seen. I appreciate her so much!
January 27, 2025
5
Dr. Smallwood is absolutely hands down the best care provider! Her wonderful bedside manner and care and concern are bar none!
April 24, 2025
5
Dr Smallwood is the best! Staff is always friendly and helpful!! Keep up the great work
April 24, 2025
5
Dr Smallwood is an amazing human being and physician. She knows how to connect with her patients. I'm afraid that isn't always valued against how many patients can you get in and out in an hour. She remembers what we talked about. Someday when I don't need her anymore she would be a great resident teacher.
April 24, 2025
5
Dr. Smallwood was awesome!
April 23, 2025
5
Dr Smallwood listens. Really listens
April 23, 2025
5
Good quality health care, great physician and staff who are all very knowledgeable and courteous.
April 21, 2025
5
Dr. Smallwood offers the best care available.
April 21, 2025
4
I think the world of Dr. Smallwood. It was so good to see her yesterday.
April 19, 2025
5
Dr Smallwood is the VERY best.
February 12, 2025
5
Dr. Smallwood is a very kind and compassionate doctor who really listens. She cares about my health and wants to keep me as healthy as possible.
February 10, 2025
5
Dr. Smallwood is a caring, passionate practitioner who I highly recommend. She listens to your concerns and gives sound recommendations without pushing you to a certain direction.
February 10, 2025
5
I love Dr Smallwood, but she's the only Wellstar provider I will go to. Since Wellstar won't bill my supplement, (MediShare 65+, which works EXACTLY like any Plan G supplement and is much more affordable), it's not worth the hassle to bill them myself.
February 10, 2025
5
Dr. Smallwood is an excellent physician who listens with compassion. I'm grateful to be in her care.
February 9, 2025
5
I would like to have a quiet peaceful environment when having blood drawn. The loud singing and dancing by the main lab tech made it uncomfortable for me. I could feel the needle pulsing in my arm as she sang and tapped her feet to the music. I appreciated her happy energy, but personally it makes me want to go elsewhere.
February 8, 2025
5
Dr. Smallwood is the best! Never in a hurry and always takes time to listen to any concerns I have.
February 8, 2025
5
My primary care doctor is Dr. Smallwood, and every time I have come to her for my appointments, she is 100% thorough, professional, and concerned about my health. I appreciate that very much, and thank you for this survey. Bye.
February 8, 2025
5
Doctor ordered pneumonia shot, but no one came to give it to me. I was escorted out. Tried to book physical for next year. Only afternoon appointments are available with Dr Smallwood, so I will probably change Primary Care physician.
February 7, 2025
5
She took the time to answer all my questions with compassion.
February 7, 2025
5
Have had great experiences previously. Recommended to friends and neighbors often!
February 7, 2025
5
After years of searching and nearly losing hope of finding the right doctor, I found Dr. Smallwood through a recommendation and I'm so very grateful for that recommendation. She's genuinely caring and attentive, taking time to provide thoughtful solutions. Dr Smallwood treats me like a person, not a number. Her authentic approach to patient care is truly a gift, and I couldn't be happier to have her as my primary care physician. Thank you Dr. Smallwood
February 7, 2025
5
Dr Smallwood is great. No regrets.
February 7, 2025
5
Great experience! Dr. Smallwood and her team are the best!
February 6, 2025
5
As always, staff and care professionals exhibited the utmost professionalism and courtesy for my appointment!
February 6, 2025
5
I have recommended Dr. Smallwood to my friend and she loves both of them.
February 4, 2025
5
Dr. Smallwood & her staff are AMAZING.
February 4, 2025
5
I think the ladies in the lab / blood draw room don't get enough props. They were great. Good attitude, fast, efficient, helpful. And really funny :-)
February 4, 2025
5
Thorough, attentive pleasant and engaging. Wonderful visit
February 1, 2025
5
She is the best
January 30, 2025
5
The appointment was on time and all my questions were answered. I had to wait 45 minutes for lab work, but the techs were very good and pleasant!
January 27, 2025
5
I love being a patient of Dr. Smallwood. I can't say enough positive things about her and how she treats her patients. She is kind, caring, considerate, thorough and genuine. She always goes above and beyond to make sure all my questions are answered and I understand any care plan we discuss. She cares about her patients. Not one patient is just a number to her and it is very apparent that she treats each patient with a level of care that is unique and meaningful. I have recommended Dr. Smallwood to many friends, family and coworkers. I can 100% say in confidence that Dr. Smallwood is by far the absolute best Doctor i have ever seen. I appreciate her so much!
January 27, 2025
5
I love being a patient of Dr. Smallwood. I can't say enough positive things about her and how she treats her patients. She is kind, caring, considerate, thorough and genuine. She always goes above and beyond to make sure all my questions are answered and I understand any care plan we discuss. She cares about her patients. Not one patient is just a number to her and it is very apparent that she treats each patient with a level of care that is unique and meaningful. I have recommended Dr. Smallwood to many friends, family and coworkers. I can 100% say in confidence that Dr. Smallwood is by far the absolute best Doctor i have ever seen. I appreciate her so much!
January 27, 2025
5
The appointment was on time and all my questions were answered. I had to wait 45 minutes for lab work, but the techs were very good and pleasant!
January 27, 2025
5
She is the best
January 30, 2025
5
Thorough, attentive pleasant and engaging. Wonderful visit
February 1, 2025
5
I think the ladies in the lab / blood draw room don't get enough props. They were great. Good attitude, fast, efficient, helpful. And really funny :-)
February 4, 2025
5
Dr. Smallwood & her staff are AMAZING.
February 4, 2025
5
I have recommended Dr. Smallwood to my friend and she loves both of them.
February 4, 2025
5
As always, staff and care professionals exhibited the utmost professionalism and courtesy for my appointment!
February 6, 2025
5
Great experience! Dr. Smallwood and her team are the best!
February 6, 2025
5
After years of searching and nearly losing hope of finding the right doctor, I found Dr. Smallwood through a recommendation and I'm so very grateful for that recommendation. She's genuinely caring and attentive, taking time to provide thoughtful solutions. Dr Smallwood treats me like a person, not a number. Her authentic approach to patient care is truly a gift, and I couldn't be happier to have her as my primary care physician. Thank you Dr. Smallwood
February 7, 2025
5
Dr Smallwood is great. No regrets.
February 7, 2025
5
Have had great experiences previously. Recommended to friends and neighbors often!
February 7, 2025
5
She took the time to answer all my questions with compassion.
February 7, 2025
5
Doctor ordered pneumonia shot, but no one came to give it to me. I was escorted out. Tried to book physical for next year. Only afternoon appointments are available with Dr Smallwood, so I will probably change Primary Care physician.
February 7, 2025
5
My primary care doctor is Dr. Smallwood, and every time I have come to her for my appointments, she is 100% thorough, professional, and concerned about my health. I appreciate that very much, and thank you for this survey. Bye.
February 8, 2025
5
Dr. Smallwood is the best! Never in a hurry and always takes time to listen to any concerns I have.
February 8, 2025
5
I would like to have a quiet peaceful environment when having blood drawn. The loud singing and dancing by the main lab tech made it uncomfortable for me. I could feel the needle pulsing in my arm as she sang and tapped her feet to the music. I appreciated her happy energy, but personally it makes me want to go elsewhere.
February 8, 2025
5
Dr. Smallwood is an excellent physician who listens with compassion. I'm grateful to be in her care.
February 9, 2025
5
I love Dr Smallwood, but she's the only Wellstar provider I will go to. Since Wellstar won't bill my supplement, (MediShare 65+, which works EXACTLY like any Plan G supplement and is much more affordable), it's not worth the hassle to bill them myself.
February 10, 2025
5
Dr. Smallwood is a caring, passionate practitioner who I highly recommend. She listens to your concerns and gives sound recommendations without pushing you to a certain direction.
February 10, 2025
5
Dr. Smallwood is a very kind and compassionate doctor who really listens. She cares about my health and wants to keep me as healthy as possible.
February 10, 2025
5
Dr Smallwood is the VERY best.
February 12, 2025
4
I think the world of Dr. Smallwood. It was so good to see her yesterday.
April 19, 2025
5
Dr. Smallwood offers the best care available.
April 21, 2025
5
Good quality health care, great physician and staff who are all very knowledgeable and courteous.
April 21, 2025
5
Dr Smallwood listens. Really listens
April 23, 2025
5
Dr. Smallwood was awesome!
April 23, 2025
5
Dr Smallwood is an amazing human being and physician. She knows how to connect with her patients. I'm afraid that isn't always valued against how many patients can you get in and out in an hour. She remembers what we talked about. Someday when I don't need her anymore she would be a great resident teacher.
April 24, 2025
5
Dr Smallwood is the best! Staff is always friendly and helpful!! Keep up the great work
April 24, 2025
5
Dr. Smallwood is absolutely hands down the best care provider! Her wonderful bedside manner and care and concern are bar none!
April 24, 2025
Publications and Articles
Wellstar Team Members Voted Best of Cobb in 2024
The care teams at Wellstar are dedicated to enhancing the health and well-being of everyone we serve, and we thank our team members for their commitment to world-class care. We also thank Cobb residents for
trusting the expertise of Wellstar to keep their families healthy and provide them with more than healthcare, PeopleCare.
Several Wellstar team members have been voted among the Best of Cobb:
Bruce Alayof, MD
Wellstar Center for Cardiovascular Care
Cardiac/Vascular Specialist, Third Place
Ryan Cantwell, MD
Wellstar Primary Care
Family Physician, Third Place
General Practice Doctor, Third Place
The care teams at Wellstar are dedicated to enhancing the health and well-being of everyone we serve, and we thank our team members for their commitment to world-class care. We also thank Cobb residents for
trusting the expertise of Wellstar to keep their families healthy and provide them with more than healthcare, PeopleCare.
Several Wellstar team members have been voted among the Best of Cobb:
Bruce Alayof, MD
Wellstar Center for Cardiovascular Care
Best Cardiac/Vascular Specialist, Second Place
Kyle Brown
Wellstar Health Place
Best Personal Trainer, Second Place
Ryan Breshears, PhD
Wellstar Clinical Psychology
Best Psychologist, Second Place
Ryan Cantwell, MD
Wellstar Internal Medicine
Best Family Physician, First Place
Best General Practice Doctor, Second Place
Kozue Cunningham
Wellstar Health Place
Best Massage Therapist, First Place
Diedre Greene, MD
Wellstar Pediatrics
Best Pediatrician, Second Place
Amy Gross
Wellstar Outpatient Rehabilitation
Best Physical Therapist, First Place
