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Summary
Dr. Robert Simmons is a thoracic surgeon who also specializes in cardiovascular disease, bringing together expertise in both surgical and medical approaches to heart and chest conditions. He completed his medical education at Howard University College of Medicine and has been practicing for nearly seven decades. Dr. Simmons provides care in English for his patients.
Dr. Simmons practices in Washington, DC, where he focuses on comprehensive care for patients with complex thoracic and cardiovascular conditions. His extensive experience spans both surgical interventions for chest and heart conditions as well as medical management of cardiovascular disease. The combination of his thoracic surgery training with cardiovascular medicine expertise allows him to offer patients a broad range of treatment options for heart and lung conditions.
Dr. Simmons practices in Washington, DC, where he focuses on comprehensive care for patients with complex thoracic and cardiovascular conditions. His extensive experience spans both surgical interventions for chest and heart conditions as well as medical management of cardiovascular disease. The combination of his thoracic surgery training with cardiovascular medicine expertise allows him to offer patients a broad range of treatment options for heart and lung conditions.
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Quick Facts
- 69 years of experience
- 2 insurance plans accepted
- speaks English
- Howard University College Of Medicine
- 2 specialties
- 1 area of expertise
- 1 office location
- Male
Office Location
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Medical Specialties
Dr. Robert Lawrence Simmons has the following 2 specialties
Specialty Expertise
Dr. Robert Lawrence Simmons has the following area of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
69 Years Experience
Dr. Robert Lawrence Simmons holds an expired medical license in the state of District Of Columbia.
Medical License
Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of District Of Columbia.
Education & Training
Medical School
Graduated from Howard University College Of Medicine in 1957.
NPI Number
Dr. Simmons' NPI number is 1235154915.
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