Martha Smith EdD, RD
Executive Director
VA Fayetteville Arkansas health care
On February 22, 2026, Dr. Martha A. Smith was appointed as the Executive Director for the Veterans Health Care System of the Ozarks.
Dr. Smith's previous position was at the Southeast Louisiana Veterans Healthcare System as the Deputy Director.
Dr. Smith, a Registered Dietitian, joined the Veterans Health Administration in 2015. Prior to working in VHA, Dr. Smith served on active duty in the United States Army as a commissioned officer for seven years at Joint Base Lewis McChord in Washington State and the 65th Medical Brigade in Seoul, South Korea.
She is a member of the American College of Healthcare Executives. Martha completed the Health Care Leadership Development Program in 2019 and Leadership VA program in 2023. Dr. Smith was awarded a Doctor of Educational Leadership by Eastern Michigan University. She earned a Master of Science from Eastern Michigan University and a Bachelor of Science in Nutrition from Michigan State University.