Evan Smith, MD, FACOG
Gynecologic Surgeon
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Areas of Expertise
My Specialties
- Gynecologic Cancers (Uterine/Endometrial, Cervical, Ovarian, Vulvar)
- Minimally Invasive Surgery (Robotic and Laparoscopic)
- Fertility-Sparing Surgery
About Me
- Assistant Attending Surgeon
As a gynecologic surgeon, I specialize in the treatment of:
My training and experience allow me to provide the latest, most advanced surgical procedures to the people in my care. I see patients at the Rockefeller Outpatient Pavilion in Manhattan and MSK Bergen in Montvale, New Jersey. I operate at Memorial Hospital and the Josie Robertson Surgery Center.
I was drawn to gynecologic oncology because I wanted to develop meaningful patient relationships and have a positive impact on the people I treat. It is a privilege to provide care and comfort to others during what is often the most difficult time in their lives.
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After practicing in my home state of Louisiana, I now work at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center (MSK) — the place where I trained as a fellow and consider to be my professional home. I work with a team of world-class experts, including fellow surgeons, medical oncologists, radiation oncologists, and pathologists. Our shared goal is to put an end to cancer.
Surgical treatment for gynecologic cancers is not one-size-fits-all. I strive to individualize care. This means that I take the time to listen to my patients and learn what treatment approach is best for them. It is important to me that my patients fully understand their diagnosis and options for therapy.
Sometimes, the best option may be a major surgery to remove all visible tumors (surgical debulking). I also offer minimally invasive surgery whenever it is safe to do so. There are many benefits of minimally invasive cancer surgery. Some are a shorter hospital stay, less scarring, and faster recovery. I am an expert in minimally invasive surgery using laparoscopic and robotic methods.
I actively participate in clinical research to advance the way we approach cancer care. I also work side by side with surgical fellows to share my knowledge and skills with the next generation of gynecologic oncologists.
Outside of the hospital setting, I enjoy spending time with my wife and kids, cooking Cajun cuisine, traveling, and distance running. I’ve run the New York City Marathon multiple times with Fred’s Team to raise money for cancer research at MSK.
A gynecologic (GY-neh-kuh-LAH-jik) surgeon is a doctor with special training in surgery on the female reproductive system. This includes the cervix, endometrium, fallopian tubes, ovaries, uterus, and vagina.
My Specialties
- Gynecologic Cancers (Uterine/Endometrial, Cervical, Ovarian, Vulvar)
- Minimally Invasive Surgery (Robotic and Laparoscopic)
- Fertility-Sparing Surgery
- Ovarian and Endometrial Cancer Risk-Reduction Surgery
Education
- MD, Louisiana State University (LSU) Health Shreveport
Residencies
- Obstetrics & Gynecology, Ochsner Health
Fellowships
- Gynecologic Oncology, Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center
Board Certifications
- Obstetrics & Gynecology
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Contact and Location
Dr. Smith sees patients at four locations.
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Smith ES, Moon AS, O’Hanlon R, Leitao MM Jr, Sonoda Y, Abu-Rustum NR, Mueller JJ. Radical Trachelectomy for the Treatment of Early-Stage Cervical Cancer: A Systematic Review. Obstet Gynecol. 2020 Sep;136(3):533-542. doi: 10.1097/AOG.0000000000003952. PMID: 32769648; PMCID: PMC7528402.
Smith ES, Jansen C, Miller KM, Chiang S, Alektiar KM, Hensley ML, Mueller JJ, Abu-Rustum NR, Leitao MM Jr. Primary characteristics and outcomes of newly diagnosed low-grade endometrial stromal sarcoma. Int J Gynecol Cancer. 2022 Jul 4;32(7):882-890. doi: 10.1136/ijgc-2022-003383. PMID: 35641004; PMCID: PMC9256804.
Stasenko M, Smith E, Yeku O, Park KJ, Laster I, Lee K, Walderich S, Spriggs E, Rueda B, Weigelt B, Zamarin D, Rao TD, Spriggs DR. Targeting galectin-3 with a high-affinity antibody for inhibition of high-grade serous ovarian cancer and other MUC16/CA-125-expressing malignancies. Sci Rep. 2021 Feb 12;11(1):3718. doi: 10.1038/s41598-021-82686-3. PMID: 33580170; PMCID: PMC7881041.
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Smith ES, Da Cruz Paula A, Cadoo KA, Abu-Rustum NR, Pei X, Brown DN, Ferrando L, Sebastiao APM, Riaz N, Robson ME, Soslow RA, Reis-Filho JS, Mandelker D, Weigelt B. Endometrial Cancers in BRCA1 or BRCA2 Germline Mutation Carriers: Assessment of Homologous Recombination DNA Repair Defects. JCO Precis Oncol. 2019 Aug 29;3:PO.19.00103. doi: 10.1200/PO.19.00103. PMID: 32914019; PMCID: PMC7446423.
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Disclosures
Doctors and faculty members often work with pharmaceutical, device, biotechnology, and life sciences companies, and other organizations outside of MSK, to find safe and effective cancer treatments, to improve patient care, and to educate the health care community.
MSK requires doctors and faculty members to report (“disclose”) the relationships and financial interests they have with external entities. As a commitment to transparency with our community, we make that information available to the public.
Evan Smith discloses the following relationships and financial interests:
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Dilon Technologies, Inc.
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