Dr. Sara Simmons, MD

Dr. Sara Simmons, MD

Orthopedic Surgery*FemaleAge 52

Orthopedic Surgery*

Dr. Sara Simmons, MD is an orthopedic surgery specialist in Bradenton, FL. Dr. Simmons has extensive experience in Hand & Wrist Surgery. She is affiliated with medical facilities HCA Florida Sarasota Doctors Hospital and HCA Florida Blake Hospital. She is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

Locations

Coastal Orthopedics

Coastal Orthopedics8000 Fl64 # East Bradenton, FL 34212
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Coastal Orthopedics & Sports Medicine Center

Coastal Orthopedics - West Bradenton6202 17th Ave W Bradenton, FL 34209
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    • Mon: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Tue: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Wed: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Thu: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Fri: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Sat: closed
    • Sun: closed
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Coastal Orthopedics & Sports Medicine Center

Lakewood Ranch Medical Office Building I8340 Lakewood Ranch Blvd Ste 300 Lakewood Ranch, FL 34202
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    • Mon: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Tue: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Wed: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Thu: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Fri: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Sat: closed
    • Sun: closed
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Hospital Highlight

Dr. Simmons is affiliated with HCA Florida Sarasota Doctors Hospital Sarasota, a highly rated and top awarded hospital for orthopedic surgery.

At a Glance

  • Explains Conditions WellPatients said this doctor explains conditions well. See reviews
  • Offers TelehealthThis provider offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Practices at Top HospitalAmerica’s 100 Best Hospitals for Orthopedic Surgery Award™ See hospitals

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Dr. Simmons' Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Simmons

4.5

32 ratings, 20 with a written review
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
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Maryann King – Apr 16, 2024
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Jarys – Apr 13, 2024
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Elise Green – Apr 11, 2024
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Chris – Oct 21, 2023
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What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
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R Allen – Sep 28, 2023
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Debra – Oct 10, 2022
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Cynthia E Simons – Oct 05, 2022
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Celeste – Sep 01, 2022
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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BeachRN9 – Sep 26, 2021
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Jylle Pearson – Oct 31, 2020
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
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Robert T Monica – May 08, 2020
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Bradenton, FL – Mar 23, 2019
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Deborah Boyle in Bradenton , FL – Nov 15, 2018
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Anastasia Homick in Sarasota, FL – Jun 23, 2018
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Yvette sanford in Bradenton fl – Mar 22, 2018
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Christine Rudacille in Holmes Beach, Fl. – Nov 07, 2017
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Marilyn W. in Bradenton, FL – Aug 16, 2016
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Bob H in Bradenton, FL – May 20, 2016
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
4 people found this helpful
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Dave in Palmetto, FL – Apr 28, 2016
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About Me

Care Philosophy

We are a world-class healthcare organization specializing in the care and treatment of the entire musculoskeletal system, including: orthopedics, sports...Read more

Biography

Dr. Simmons is a board certified and fellowship trained orthopedic surgeon specializing in hand and wrist surgery. She is especially interested in traumatic,...Read more

Specialties*

  • Orthopedic Surgery
  • Orthopedic Hand Surgery

*Healthgrades does not verify qualifications for medical specialties. Please verify your provider's specialty and qualifications directly with your provider and applicable medical board.

Board Certifications

American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery®
Hand Surgery
Orthopedic Surgery

Tufts Medical Center

Fellowship Hospital

John Peter Smith Hospital

Residency Hospital

Brigham and Women's Hospital

Internship Hospital

  • The Classification and Treatment of Kienbock’s Disease: The State of the Art and a Look at the Future., 2010
  • The Classification and Treatment of Kienbock’s Disease: The State of the Art and a Look at the Future., 2010
  • Enlarging and Reconstructing the Flexor Tendon Sheath Reduces Gliding Resistance; Abstract Accepted for Poster Presentation by the Orthopaedic Research Society, 2009
  • Primary Tendon Sheath Enlargement and Reconstruction in Zone 2: An In Vitro Biomechanical Study on Tendon Gliding Resistance., 2009
  • Lunate Revascularization with Artery Implantation and Bone Grafting., 2009
  • American Association of Orthopaedic Surgery, Member
  • Manatee County Medical Society, Member

Common Questions and Answers

    Please call the office to learn more. (941) 792-1404

    What is the best way to schedule an appointment with Dr. Sara Simmons, MD?

    New patients may call (561) 763-4630 to make an appointment.

    Can I use my insurance at Dr. Sara Simmons, MD?

    Dr. Sara Simmons, MD accepts various insurance plans. You can easily check if your insurance provider is accepted by using the Healthgrades insurance check. We recommend verifying your insurance coverage before scheduling an appointment to ensure a seamless experience.

    Does Dr. Sara Simmons, MD accept new patients?

    New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Sara Simmons, MD on Healthgrades. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Simmons' profile.

    What are Dr. Sara Simmons, MD's top areas of expertise?

    Dr. Sara Simmons, MD specializes in Hand & Wrist Surgery. See more on Healthgrades.

    What is Dr. Sara Simmons, MD's office address?

    Dr. Simmons' office is located at 8000 Fl64 # East, Bradenton, FL 34212. You can find other locations and directions on Healthgrades.

    Affiliated Hospitals

    HCA Florida Blake Hospital

    2020 59th St W
    Bradenton, FL 34209
    Recipient of 11
    hospital awards

    America’s 100 Best Hospitals for Joint Replacement Award™ (2024, 2023, 2022)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

    America’s 100 Best Hospitals for Orthopedic Surgery Award™ (2024, 2023, 2022)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

    View all awards

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    76%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    8% lower than the national average

    65%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    10% lower than the national average

    View all patient feedback

    HCA Florida Sarasota Doctors Hospital

    5731 Bee Ridge Rd
    Sarasota, FL 34233
    Recipient of 15
    hospital awards

    America’s 100 Best Hospitals for Orthopedic Surgery Award™ (2024, 2023, 2022)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

    Joint Replacement Excellence Award™ (2024, 2023, 2022)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

    View all awards

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    83%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    1% lower than the national average

    76%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    1% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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