
Highlights
Age Groups Seen
- Adults
Languages
- English
Gender
FemaleAbout Melanie A Smallwood
Biography/ Philosophy of Care
At Norton Healthcare, we believe you - the patient - are the most important person to our practice. As the region's leading health care provider, we are committed to providing comprehensive, quality health care to all those we serve in a manner that responds to the needs of our community and honors our faith heritage.
Our specialty practice is a part of Norton Medical Group, a multispecialty physician group at Norton Healthcare. Norton Medical Group currently includes providers who offer primary, specialty and urgent care services in locations throughout Kentucky and Southern Indiana. Our practice is comprised of compassionate, skilled specialists who are committed to ensuring you receive the best care and have access to the latest medical technology and services.
Locations
- Norton Community Medical Associates - Brownsboro
- 9880 Angies Way, Suite 420, Louisville, KY 40241
- Get Directions
- phone: 502-394-6600
- fax: 502-394-6210
Expertise
Education
- Residency: University of Louisville School of Medicine, Internal Medicine/ Pediatrics, 2005
- Medical Education: University of Louisville School of Medicine, Doctor of Medicine, 2001
Board Certifications
- Internal Medicine: American Board of Internal Medicine, 2005
Insurance
- Aetna
- Aetna Better Health
- Aetna Medicare Advantage
- Ambetter from MHS
- Ambetter from WellCare of Kentucky
- Anthem
- Anthem Indiana Medicaid
- Anthem MediBlue HMO/PPO
- Anthem Pathway
- Anthem Pathway Transition
- CareSource Indiana Medicaid
- CareSource Marketplace Kentucky and Indiana
- Cigna
- CorVel
- Coventry
- Encore
- Essence
- First Health Group Corp. (First Health)
- HealthSmart
- Hosparus
- Humana Medicaid
- Humana Medicare
- Indiana Health Network
- Indiana Medicaid
- Indiana Medicare
- Kentucky Medicaid
- Kentucky Medicare
- MDwise
- MHS
- Molina Healthcare
- MultiPlan
- Passport Health Plan Kentucky MCO
- Passport Marketplace
- Provider Net/OMCA
- Sagamore
- Signature Advantage
- SIHO
- TRICARE Humana Military
- United Healthcare
- United Healthcare Community Plan Indiana and Kentucky
- United Healthcare Medicare Advantage
- UofL Health – Frazier Rehabilitation Institute
- Veterans Affairs (VA)
- WellCare
- WellCare Medicare
- WellCare of Kentucky Medicaid (Kentucky MCO)
- Wellpath
- Workers’ Compensation
Ratings & Reviews
5 out of 5
286 ratings, 76 reviewsThe Patient Satisfaction Rating is an average of all responses to the care provider related questions shown below from our survey. Patients that are treated in outpatient or hospital environments may receive different surveys, and the volume of responses will vary by question.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/22/2026
Dr. Smallwood is an amazing physician. She has been able get my diabetes under control where other doctors couldn't. She includes and works with me in the treatments.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/20/2026
Really value my experience and interactions with Dr. Smallwood and her staff.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/6/2026
Dr. Smallwood is the BEST!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/4/2026
Dr. Smallwood is awesome!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/4/2026
She is the best! Very happy to have her as my provider!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/30/2026
Dr Smallwood is a wonderful PCP. I highly recommend her to my family and friends.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/29/2026
Dr Smallwood is definitely knowledgeable and trustworthy.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/25/2026
Excellent and professional service
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/23/2026
Dr Smallwood is a wonderful physician, listener and friend. I wish more people had a PCP as terrific as her!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/15/2026
I love Dr Smallwood. She has worked very hard on my health issues and has been vital to my quality of life.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/5/2026
Dr. Smallwood is the best!!! She genuinely cares about her patients health.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/4/2026
Dr Smallwood does a great job explaining things and taking time and not trying to rush through the appointment. Great Ptofessionalism!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/3/2026
Dr Smallwood is always very thorough and very informative. She is the best doctor I have ever had and I trust her completely
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/1/2026
We are absolutely happy with Dr Smallwood
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/31/2025
Dr. Melanie Smallwood is the best and would highly recommend her! Everyone at this office is great! Thanks to all of you!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/20/2025
Dr Smallwood is the best doctor in town.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/18/2025
Dr Smallwood is amazing
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/18/2025
Dr Smallwood and staff at this office are always very genial and considerate. I feel very comfortable going there.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/15/2025
I feel blessed to have Dr Smallwood as my primary care physician
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/13/2025
Dr Smallwood is caring for, compassionate and very thorough.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/12/2025
Dr Smallwood is an exceptional clinician: kind, knowledgeable, and thorough.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/29/2025
Dr. Smallwood is thorough, friendly and knows my history. I can't Imagine a better primary care physician. I appreciate her.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/27/2025
Dr Smallwood is knowledgeable, patient, and a fantastic listener. Very professional and attentive.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/20/2025
Perfect
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/18/2025
Dr. Smallwood is excellent. She is very knowledgeable about current research and how it pertains to my health history. She cares for more than just my physical health. We talk about vacations, holidays, etc. I would highly her to family and friends.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/15/2025
Dr. SMALLWOOD AND HER STAFF ARE THE BEST!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/13/2025
Dr. Smallwood and all staff, were kind, knowledgeable and professional during my visit. I have communicated with staff via Norton Mychart and the staff always communicate back quickly and are extremely helpful between visits.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/12/2025
Dr Smallwood and her staff are professional, knowledgeable, caring, and friendly. The best Dr I've ever had.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/11/2025
Really trust Dr Smallwood and feel she is very up to date on the best way to treat my conditions.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/30/2025
All good ..+++
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/28/2025
Dr. Smallwood is the best! She is very caring and knows my history well. I feel fortunate to have her as my primary doctor.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/25/2025
She is great
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/24/2025
She is the best doctor ever! Lucky to have her!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/10/2025
Excellent
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/8/2025
Very interested in my well being. Very easy to talk to and friendly
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/6/2025
Always does an excellent job!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/4/2025
Excellent provider ever
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/2/2025
Dr. Smallwood is great! I know she cares about my health and overall well being.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/13/2025
Dr Smallwood is always caring, informative and friendly. She is a great doctor. Anytime a send a message to her she answers promptly!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/6/2025
Dr Smallwood and her team are excellent
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/5/2025
Dr Smallwood telephoned me at home to personally explain the results of my CT scan ! How kind of Dr Smallwood to do that!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/1/2025
Dr Smallwood is a wonderful dr. And takes time to listen to my concerns and answers all my questions
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/31/2025
dr. Smallwood is very professional and listens to everything that I want to say and discuss this with me things to do to help improve my health. She is easy to talk to and has helped improve my condition. I'm very grateful to her.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/7/2025
Very Satisfied
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/2/2025
Best primary doctor, have ever had!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/2/2025
Fantastic doctor
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/23/2025
Dr Smallwood is a kind, empathetic, thorough, reassuring, excellent physician. After a serious admission to the hospital and quick discharge with very little information or plan. She sat with me, asked questions, explained every single scan and test. She explained protocol for my diagnosis and treatment plan. She listened to my concerns. She was concerned for my physical and emotional wellbeing after a serious diagnosis. When we finished with the appointment I had a PLAN- with testing and referrals and hope. I truly appreciate Dr Smallwood.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/22/2025
Everyone was very nice and I did not have to wait long
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/16/2025
Dr Smallwood is the best Dr ever.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/12/2025
Excellent doctor and team.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/11/2025
I have been a patient of Dr Melanie Smallwood for over 20 years. She is an excellent doctor. I feel very confident in her advice and referrals for any specialist that I may need for my care. I was recently in the hospital and her office called me immediately When I was released to check on my overall health. I very much appreciated the extra care that I received from her and her staff.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/11/2025
Norton is the best!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/10/2025
Awesome doctor.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/9/2025
Excellent office.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/4/2025
Dr. Smallwood is an excellent doctor!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/3/2025
On my visit I was 15 minutes early and was taken back early rather t. Having to wait. Thank you for that
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/28/2025
THANKS!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/25/2025
Curteous, knowledgable, approachable
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/14/2025
I was greeted upon entering your facilities. Dr discussed all test results. We reviewed all medicine. She asked how I felt about my health. We reviewed preventative care and follow up care.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/10/2025
Dr Smallwood is a wonderful Dr always thorough and listens carefully. She has been our primary caregiver for many years. Over the years we have referred several friends to her and they love her too!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/6/2025
My provider is excellent. [...]
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/5/2025
Dr Smallwood not only addressed my concerns but she was forward thinking in ordering a CT scan, and advised it was outside of insurance coverage, at a reasonable cost to check for calcium buildup around the heart in light of my family medical history on my father's side relating to heart attack risk.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/4/2025
Always very knowledgeable, caring, and helpful!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/30/2025
Dr. Smallwood was fantastic! She was very timely, thorough, and kind. She took time to explain things and answered all of my questions.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/25/2025
Despite a broken right hand, Dr Smallwood was as pleasant, helpful and kind as ever!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/24/2025
We are very satisfied
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/24/2025
She is excellent concerning my health.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/18/2025
Dr. Melanie Smallwood is EXCELLENT!!!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/15/2025
Dr. Smallwood is always very clear in explaining my test results and answering any questions I have. I never feel like she is rushing in and out. She takes the time I need to understand my health isdues.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/12/2025
Dr. Smallwood does an excellent job and is always willing to discuss my health with me. Very knowledgeable about new and upcoming medications and gives excellent detail descriptions of each medication.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/9/2025
Dr Smallwood is always thorough and listens to mine concerns
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/2/2025
Dr Smallwood is such an excellent physician. She listens, makes referrals when needed and truly cares.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/30/2025
All is good +++
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/27/2025
So happy to have found Dr. Smallwood.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/26/2025
I have chosen Dr. Smallwood for my two daughters too, that's how much I like her as a provider. Very professional and caring!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/18/2025
Dr. Smallwood is the best! She listens well and provides me with the facts about my concerns. She does not condemn me if I fail to agree with her. [...]