Frank Smeeks

Frank Smeeks is an accomplished medical professional with extensive experience in leadership roles across various healthcare organizations. Currently serving as Senior Medical Director at Optum since February 2022, Frank previously held the position of Medical Director at UnitedHealth Group for six years. Frank's background includes serving as Specialty Medical Director in Emergency Medicine at Applied Medico-Legal Solutions, Chief Publishing Officer at StatPearls Publishing, and Chief Medical Officer at Bon Secours Health System. Additional roles include Chief Medical Officer at Tenet Healthcare and Managing Partner at Mountain Emergency Physicians. Education credentials include a Medical Doctor degree from Meharry Medical College, a residency in Emergency Medicine at Wright State University, and an MBA in Business Administration from East Carolina University.