Dr. K. Smith - Podiatrist

Dr. K. Smith - Podiatrist Now accepting new patients! Dr. Keyoka S. Smith is a graduate of the New York College of Podiatric Medicine.

Treating the diabetic foot, lower extremity wounds, ingrown nails, fungal nails, athlete's foot, heel pain, arch pain, warts, corns/callouses, bunions, hammertoes, lesions and more! She completed a three year surgical residency in Brooklyn, NY and a one year fellowship at the Veterans Administration Medical Center in Denver, Colorado which focused on wound care, the diabetic foot, and the multi disciplinary approach to limb salvage. Dr. Smith is board qualified by the American Board of Podiatric Medicine and certified in wound care by the American Professional Wound Care Association.

02/18/2026

Residents in assisted living facilities are often high risk for diabetic foot disease — especially when neuropathy and mobility issues are involved.

The environment matters, but so does consistent foot monitoring.

02/16/2026

I care for patients who wish they had prioritized mobility sooner.

As a mom of an athlete, I’m teaching my son to build strength — and protect it.

Recovery is part of performance.

02/16/2026

I talk about prevention because I see the consequences.

02/14/2026
02/14/2026

Higher rates of diabetes and high blood pressure in the Black American community contribute to increased risk of kidney failure.

Patients with End Stage Renal Disease + Diabetes are 10X more likely to have an amputation then the general diabetic population.

Of those patients mentioned (ESRD + Diabetes) who receive an amputation, most will pass away within 5 years.

While Black Americans constitute over 30% of those needing a kidney, they represent a significantly lower percentage of donors, creating a critical gap in care.

This is why kidney health matters, especially when diabetes is involved.

How well do you treat YOUR kidneys?
02/13/2026

How well do you treat YOUR kidneys?

3450 likes, 29 comments. “I Am Your Kidney: Listen Before It’s Too Late Hashtags:”

02/11/2026

Step 1: Pressure
Tight shoes. Calluses. Foot deformities.

Step 2: Neuropathy
You don’t feel pain or warning signs.

Step 3: Skin Breakdown
A callus cracks or skin opens.

Step 4: Ulcer
An open wound forms.

Step 5: Infection
Bacteria enter the wound.

Step 6: Poor Blood Flow
Healing slows down.

Step 7: Limb Threat
Tissue damage. Bone infection.

Protect Your Feet. Protect Your Life.
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02/09/2026

Tag someone who cares for a loved one with diabetes.

02/08/2026

Many families assume diabetic foot care is automatically monitored in assisted living — and that’s not always the case.

In this video, I explain why diabetic foot disease is often missed and what families should know to help prevent serious complications.

🦶 Awareness saves limbs.

Please like/share with caregivers and loved ones approaching this decision making process.

02/05/2026

Prevention starts early.

02/04/2026

This is why foot exams matter.

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2638 Two Notch Road, Bldg 114, Suite 4
Columbia, SC
29204

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