Prior to becoming a medical doctor, Dr. Findley-Smith received Teaching Certification from The Ohio State University and taught high school biology. She went to Wright State University School of Medicine where she earned her medical degree in 1991. She completed her internship and residency in Obstetrics and Gynecology at Aultman Hospital/Northeastern Ohio University College of Medicine in 1996, as well as a one-year Internal Medicine internship.
Dr. Findley-Smith is a member of the American Medical Association, National Medical Association, American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists, Texas Medical Association, Harris County Medical Society and Houston Gynecological and Obstetrical Society.