Summary

Dr. Derek Simons specializes in cardiovascular disease, focusing on heart and blood vessel conditions that affect patients throughout Minnesota. He earned his medical degree from the University of Manitoba Faculty of Medicine and completed his residency at the prestigious Mayo Clinic and Medical School. With 39 years of experience treating heart conditions, Dr. Simons brings extensive knowledge to his cardiovascular practice. He communicates with patients in English.

Dr. Simons practices at Buffalo Hospital and sees patients across multiple locations in Minneapolis, Buffalo, Annandale, Maple Grove, Elk River, Coon Rapids, and Fridley. His expertise includes treating coronary artery disease and addressing heart conditions that specifically affect women. He also helps patients recover through cardiac rehabilitation programs and uses advanced imaging techniques like contrast echocardiography to evaluate heart function.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 39 years of experience
  • 27 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Mayo Clinic And Medical School
  • 1 specialty
  • 14 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 9 office locations
  • Male

Office Locations

Dr. Derek Brent Simons has 9 locations

Metropolitan Heart And Vascular Institute

4040 Coon Rapids Blvd Nw Ste 120Minneapolis, MN 55433
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Buffalo Hospital

303 Catlin StBuffalo, MN 55313
Mon8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:30 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Allina Health Annandale Clinic

440 Elm St EAnnandale, MN 55302
Mon7:30 am - 7:00 pm
Tue7:30 am - 5:00 pm
Wed7:30 am - 5:00 pm
Thu7:30 am - 5:00 pm
Fri7:30 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Allina Medical Maple Grove Clinic

7840 Vinewood Ln NMaple Grove, MN 55369
Mon6:30 am - 5:00 pm
Tue6:30 am - 5:00 pm
Wed6:30 am - 7:00 pm
Thu6:30 am - 5:00 pm
Fri6:00 am - 5:30 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Metropolitan Heart And Vascular Institute

550 OSBORNE RD NE STE 1420MINNEAPOLIS, MN 55432
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Metropolitan Heart And Vascular Institute

14181 Business Center Dr NWElk River, MN 55330
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Mercy Hospital

4050 Coon Rapids Blvd NwCoon Rapids, MN 55433

Mercy Hospital Unity Campus

550 Osborne Rd NeFridley, MN 55432

Abbott Northwestern Hospital

800 E 28th StMinneapolis, MN 55407

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Cardiovascular DiseaseNurse PractitionerNurse PractitionerNurse Practitioner
Accepts New Patients
39 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English Speaks English, Spanish Speaks Spanish, Chinese Speaks English
Minneapolis , MNMinneapolis , MNSaint Paul , MNMinneapolis , MN
Med School: Univ Of Manitoba Fac Of Med
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Derek Brent Simons

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas
  • CHAMPVA
  • Cigna
  • First Health (Coventry Health Care)
  • HealthPartners
  • Hennepin Health
  • Humana
  • Humana - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Humana - PPO
  • Medica
  • Medica - EPO
  • Medica - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Mutual of Omaha
  • Optum Health
  • State Farm
  • Tricare
  • UCare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - EPO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)

Medical Specialties

Dr. Derek Brent Simons has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Derek Brent Simons has the following 14 areas of expertise

  • Acute Coronary Syndrome (ACS)
  • Arrhythmia
  • Atherosclerosis
  • Blood Clot
  • Coronary Artery Disease (CAD)
  • Heart Attack
  • Heart Block
  • Heart Diseases
  • Heart Failure
  • High Cholesterol
  • High Cholesterol (Hypercholesterolemia)
  • Hypertension
  • Stroke
  • Unstable Angina

Certifications, License, & Education

39 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Minnesota, 2026, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

Mayo Clinic And Medical School

Medical School

Univ Of Manitoba Fac Of MedGraduated in 1987

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Dr. Derek Simons's office located?
Dr. Derek Simons's office is located at 4040 Coon Rapids Blvd Nw Ste 120, Minneapolis, MN, 55433.
Does Dr. Derek Simons accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. Derek Simons has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Does Dr. Derek Simons accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Derek Simons accepts on their Vitals profile.
Which hospitals is Dr. Derek Simons affiliated with?
Dr. Derek Simons is affiliated with Buffalo Hospital.
What languages does Dr. Derek Simons speak?
Dr. Derek Simons speaks English.

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