Dr. David Simmons, MD

Gastroenterology ·

Male ·

Age 56

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Dr. David Simmons, MD is a gastroenterology specialist in Winter Haven, FL and has been practicing for 24 years. He graduated from University Of Florida in 1989 and specializes in gastroenterology and internal medicine.

David B Simmons MD

320 1st St N Ste 5

Winter Haven, FL 33881

Contact Information

(863) 299-5300

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Background Check

No malpractice claims found for Florida

No disciplinary actions found for the years we collect data

No board actions found for the years we collect data

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Dr. Simmons' Top Procedures and Conditions

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Diarrhea

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Treatment Frequency

Dr. Simmons treats Diarrhea more than 100% of his peers

Dr. Simmons treats this condition more than 100% of his peers

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Abdominal Pain

very high

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Dr. Simmons treats Abdominal Pain more than 100% of his peers

Dr. Simmons treats this condition more than 100% of his peers

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Gastrointestinal Diseases

very high

Treatment Frequency

Dr. Simmons treats Gastrointestinal Diseases more than 100% of his peers

Dr. Simmons treats this condition more than 100% of his peers

Dr. Simmons' conditions and procedures:

Abdominal Disorders

Abdominal Pain

Abscess

All Types of Food Poisoning

Anal or Rectal Pain

Anemia

Anoscopy

Autoimmune Diseases

Barrett's Esophagus

Benign Neoplasm of the Digestive System

Benign Tumor

Blood Disorders

Cancer

Celiac Disease

Cholecystitis and Gallstones

Cholelithiasis

Cirrhosis

Colonoscopy, Proctosigmoidoscopy, and Sigmoidoscopy

Colorectal Cancer

Constipation

Crohn's Disease

Dehydration

Diaphragmatic and-or Hiatal Hernia

Diarrhea

Diverticulitis, Intestinal

Diverticulosis, Intestinal

Duodenal Ulcer

Duodenitis

Dysentery

Dysphagia

Endoscopy (Esophagus, Stomach, Small Intestine)

Enteritis

Esophageal Achalasia and Cardiospasm

Esophageal Cancer

Esophageal Diseases

Esophageal Diverticulum

Esophageal Ulcer

Esophageal Varices

Esophagitis

Fecal Impaction Removal

Food Poisoning

Gas-Bloat Syndrome

Gastric Ulcer

Gastritis

Gastroenterology Procedures

Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)

Gastrointestinal Bleeding

Gastrointestinal Diseases

Gastrointestinal Malabsorption

Gastroparesis

Heartburn

Hemochromatosis

Hemorrhoids

Hepatitis A

Hepatitis B - Immune Response

Hepatitis C

Hernia

Ileus

Indigestion

Inflammatory Bowel Disease

Intestinal Abscess

Intestinal Ischemia

Intestinal Obstruction

Irritable Bowel Syndrome

Lactose Intolerance

Liver Biopsy

Liver Damage from Alcohol

Malnutrition

Nausea

Neoplasm of Gastrointestinal Tract

Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease

Noninfectious Gastroenteritis and Colitis

Non-Neonatal Jaundice

Pancreatitis

Peptic Ulcer

Reflux Esophagitis

Salmonella Food Poisoning

Stomach and Small Intestine Cancer

Stomach Cancer

Stomach Diseases

Stomal Ulcer

Ulcer

Ulcerative Colitis

Unexplained Weight Loss

Viral Hepatitis

Vomiting Disorders

About Me

Biography

Specialties

Gastroenterology
Internal Medicine

Board Certifications

Gastroenterology

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Education

1994
Med College Of Georgia
Fellowship Hospital
1994
1992
University South Fla
Residency Hospital
1992
1990
University South Fla
Internship Hospital
1990
1989
University Of Florida
Medical School
1989

Awards

Healthgrades Honor Roll

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Media & Publications

Fluconazole in the Treatment of Hepatosplenic Candidiasis., 1992
Achalasia in Patients Over 65, 1997

Dr. Simmons' Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Simmons

2.5

Based on 10 reviews

5 Stars	30%	(3)
4 Stars	0%	(0)
3 Stars	10%	(1)
2 Stars	10%	(1)
1 Star	50%	(5)

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31 – 45 minutes

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Dr. Simmons Nurse Michelle is extremely rude and abrupt with her patients. She took my BP 120/68 and I told her it is never that low, can you retake it? I have high BP and it never runs below 150. As I was speaking to her she walked out of the room and closed the door without even answering me. I...Read More

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Auburndale, FL – Feb 10, 2017

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I came to this practice with severe gallbladder problems. After recommending several very expensive tests on my stomach, which were negative, Dr. Simmons reluctantly agreed to send me to a surgeon for the gallbladder to be removed. I found Dr. Simmons to be sarcastic and condescending and as far...Read More

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Haines City, FL – Jan 08, 2017

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Dr Simmons was very kind & extremely patient with us. He clearly explained everything & answered all our questions. His office staff was efficient & very helpful when we had more questions after the fact & returned our calls promptly.

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Mike C in Winter Haven, FL – Oct 22, 2016

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Waited for 2 hours and 15 minutes for him to tell me that he could not treat me for crohn's because my cancer i had in 2013 has complicated my treatment. Suggested I go to IBS specialists. Thought I was going to a specialist. Wrong Had all my info ahead of time and then asked me why I'm there?...Read More

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Winter Haven, FL – Mar 18, 2016

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