Summary

Dr. Edward Sims is a vascular surgeon with over five decades of medical experience, specializing in both vascular surgery and general surgery. He earned his medical degree from Meharry Medical College School of Medicine and completed his residency at King Drew Medical Center. With 54 years in practice, Dr. Sims brings extensive expertise to complex surgical cases. He is fluent in both English and Spanish, allowing him to serve diverse patient populations.

Dr. Sims practices at multiple locations throughout Southern California, including Vista Specialty Hospital La Mirada and maintains affiliations with Saint Francis Medical Center in Lynwood, Kindred Hospital Paramount, and Lakewood Regional Medical Center. His primary office is located in Lynwood, California. As a vascular surgeon, he focuses on treating conditions affecting blood vessels and circulation throughout the body. His dual specialty training in general surgery provides him with comprehensive surgical skills to address a wide range of patient needs.
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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 54 years of experience
  • 5 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • King Drew Medical Center
  • 2 specialties
  • 6 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 4 office locations
  • Male

Office Locations

Dr. Edward Hackney Sims has 4 locations

Sims Edward Office

3625 Martin Luther King Jr Blvd Ste 9Lynwood, CA 90262
Mon9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri9:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Kindred Hospital Paramount

16453 Colorado AveParamount, CA 90723

Saint Francis Medical Center

3630 E Imperial HwyLynwood, CA 90262

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Vascular SurgeryVascular SurgeryVascular SurgeryEmergency Medicine
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54 Years of Experience 31 Years of Experience 48 Years of Experience 52 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English, Spanish Speaks Spanish, English, Arabic Speaks Spanish, English Speaks Spanish, English
Lynwood , CAHuntington Beach , CANewport Beach , CALos Angeles , CA
Med School: Meharry Medical College School Of Medicine Med School: Wayne State University Med School: Loma Linda University Med School: Chung Shan Medical University
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Edward Hackney Sims

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • Blue Shield of California
  • L.A. Care Health Plan
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Edward Hackney Sims has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Edward Hackney Sims has the following 6 areas of expertise

  • Aneurysm
  • Deep Vein Thrombosis
  • Diabetes Complications
  • Surgery
  • Varicose Veins
  • Vascular Malformations

Certifications, License, & Education

54 Years Experience

Dr. Edward Hackney Sims holds an active medical license in the state of California.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of California that expires in 2026.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at King Drew Medical Center.

Medical School

Graduated from Meharry Medical College School Of Medicine in 1972.

NPI Number

Dr. Sims' NPI number is 1225174097.

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