Dr. Stephen J. Sims, MD | Mountain View, CA | Family Medicine

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Dr. Stephen Sims is a family medicine physician with 37 years of experience providing comprehensive care to patients of all ages. He earned his medical degree from SUNY Downstate Medical Center College of Medicine and has dedicated nearly four decades to helping families maintain their health and wellness. Dr. Sims is fluent in both English and Spanish, allowing him to serve diverse communities throughout his career.

Dr. Sims practices at multiple locations affiliated with El Camino Health in Mountain View, California, including Cogent Family Healthcare and The El Camino Women's Hospital. He specializes in treating conditions such as back pain during pregnancy and back pain in children and teens. His treatment approach often includes physical therapy and strength training to help patients recover and maintain optimal health. Patients consistently rate Dr. Sims highly for his care, giving him an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars.

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accepting new patients
4.6

36 Ratings
37 years of experience
speaks English, Spanish
Suny Downstate Medical Center College Of Medicine
14 written reviews
1 specialty
7 areas of expertise
1 board certification
1 hospital affiliation
3 office locations
Male

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me

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Dr. Sims' Ratings and Reviews

4.6

36 Ratings with 14 written Reviews

Average Wait Time 6 Minutes

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Gave an accurate diagnosis: (17) Did WellNeeds Improvement (1)
Had a good bedside manner: (17) Did WellNeeds Improvement (1)
Spent time with me: (18) Did WellNeeds Improvement (1)
Provided follow-up after the visit: (15) Did WellNeeds Improvement (1)
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Dr Sims is the best doctor I have ever seen. He has everything as a great doctor: kindness, experience, knowledge. the most important thing is he cares patients' all the needs. Moreover, his staffs are fantastic too, naming a few, Dr. Yesim, Rhoda. I wanted to say "Thank you very much Dr. Sims"

October 18th, 2019

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HI, ONCE AGAIN I HAVE TO TELL YOU, ABOUT A DOCTOR THAT IS SO AMAZING.HIS NAME DR. STEVEN SIMS. I CAME TO THE BAY AREA, ABOUT 12YRS.AGO.I HAVE HAD MANY DOCTORS. FOR DIFFERENT THINGS. BUT I HAVE NEVER FOUND A DOCTOR SO PLEASANT TO TALK TOO. I WAS SEARCHING ON GOOGLE FOR A NEW PRIMARY DOCTOR..AND OF COURSE I FOUND ONE.AND THAT IS, DR.STEVEN SIMS. BECAUSE OF HIM HE SAVED MY LIFE IN MY EYES HE SURE DID.THE REASON I LIKE DR.SIMS IS BEACAUSE HE TAKES TIME WITH ALL HIS PATIENTS. LIKE I SAID BEFORE HE IS SO AMAZING AND I'AM SO HAPPY I FOUND HIM. YOU WON'T GO WRONG IF YOU CHOOSE DR.STEVEN SIMS AS YOUR PRIMARY DOCTOR..HE IS SIMPLY THE BEST.BETTER THEN ALL THE REST..MY NAME IS PAM HIBBS

September 23rd, 2019

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Dr. Sims is fantastic! He has helped me through some rough times, He is kind and very careing about your well being.He will always be my doctor.He has a wonderful staff. Make an appointment,,,l guarantee,,you will not be sorry,, Judy Tanner

February 28th, 2019

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I have been in Dr. Sim's care for almost 10 years. I have always had a good experience partnering with him in the management of a complex disease. He has helped me to optimize my health during this time. He does an excellent job staying up to date on current research, and is open to discussing this in detail with patients.

February 26th, 2019

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As always Dr.Sims was friendly and caring. He is my doctor for about 16 years and I never thought about leaving him. He diagnosed early my prostate cancer, he normalized my blood pressure. I am happy to have him as my doctor.

February 19th, 2019

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I've been a patient of Dr. Sims for over 20 years. He is extremely thorough and takes the time with you as needed. He even saved my life once by discovering I had colon cancer. I highly recommend him and his friendly staff.

February 19th, 2019

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great experience, on time, very helpful

February 17th, 2019

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Probably the most knowledgeable and talented physician in the Bay Area. Dr Stephen Sims knows the latest medical studies, specialists and cutting edge medicine. Dr. Sims is dedicated to his patients wellness and well being, always. His referrals to the leading specialists create a “team effort” in patient care. The office staff have proven invaluable and continuously strive to adapt to rescheduling, with life’s daily challenges. (I travel from another state to remain a patient of Dr Sims). I have referred others to Dr. Stephen Sims, and I highly recommend.

February 16th, 2019

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Excellent doctor. After trying to find a good PCP in the area, I am pleased to know that I have a knowledgeable and thorough doctor. Office staff has been polite and helpful. Dr. Sims always takes his time with me.

March 5th, 2015

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Dr. Sims is a very gentle and patient doctor who takes time to both tell and listen to his patients. Ours was the first visit today and we were really happy to have him as our family doctor.His staff is very courteous and helpful. Special mention of Sonika (I hope I got her spelling right) who was polite and helpful in getting our details and administering our flu-shots.All in all a gem of a doctor and staff. Very highly recommend. Make sure to make an appointment.

January 8th, 2011

Cogent Family Healthcare

525 South Dr Ste 107Mountain View, CA 94040

Tel: (650) 386-0386

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

El Camino Health

2500 Grant RdMountain View, CA 94040

Tel: (650) 940-7000

The El Camino Womens Hospital

2485 Hospital DrMountain View, CA 94040

Tel: (650) 940-7000


Dr. Stephen Justin Sims, MD	Dr. Anastasia Eileen Buerger	Shanekwah Melville, DNP, APRN, FNP-C	Dr. Shakeilla Smithbey, MD
Family Medicine	Family Medicine	Family Medicine	Family Medicine
Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients
4.6 (36 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)	5 (5 Ratings)
37 Years of Experience	11 Years of Experience	10 Years of Experience	15 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option	Virtual Visit Available	Virtual Visit Available	Virtual Visit Available
Speaks English, Spanish	Speaks English	Speaks English, Spanish	Speaks English
Mountain View , CA	Long Beach , CA	Houston , TX	Houston , TX
Med School: Suny Downstate Medical Center College Of Medicine	Med School: Western University of Health Sciences, DO		Med School: Howard University College Of Medicine
Current Profile	View Profile	View Profile	View Profile

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MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, California, 2025, Expired

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Medical School

Suny Downstate Medical Center College Of MedicineGraduated in 1989

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