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Dr. David Simms, MD

Dr. David Simms, MD

Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery*
40+ years of experience

Dr. David Simms, MD is an otolaryngology-head and neck surgery specialist in Glendale, AZ and has over 40 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of Oklahoma College of Medicine in 1984. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Banner University Medical Center Phoenix and HonorHealth Deer Valley Medical Center. He is accepting new patients.

4.1 Star Rating
Based on 20 reviews 4.1 Star Rating (20 reviews)

Practice

5750 W Thunderbird Rd Ste A100 Glendale, AZ 85306
(602) 938-3205

Dr. Simms is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Ear, Nose, and Throat

The Healthgrades Choice designation helps you understand the most important factors to consider when choosing a healthcare professional. This designation is earned based on four set standards.
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  • Above average experience
  • Good hospital quality
  • Good patient ratings
  • No healthcare sanctions
  • Areas of Expertise
    Dr. Simms specializes in the areas of Otolaryngology & Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ • See hospitals
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. • See hospitals
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Dr. Simms' Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Simms

4.1

20 ratings, 5 with a written review
5 Star
70%
70%
4 Star
10%
10%
3 Star
0%
0%
2 Star
0%
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1 Star
20%
20%

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RecentHighestLowestMost Helpful
What went well
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Staff wasn't friendly
6 people found this helpful
Helpful
Drummer – Oct 09, 2020
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
RO – Aug 07, 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
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
Oct 31, 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
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Diana Macias in PEORIA, AZ – Feb 06, 2019
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What went well
  • 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
5 people found this helpful
Helpful
Jennifer in Glendale, AZ – Jul 16, 2017
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About Me

biography

Dr. David Simms, MD is an otolaryngology-head and neck surgery specialist in Glendale, AZ and has over 40 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of Oklahoma College of Medicine in 1984. He is affiliated with medical...read more

  • Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery

  • Ear, Nose, and Throat

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

  • University Of Oklahoma Health Science Center

    Residency Hospital, 1989

  • Okla Health Scis Center

    Internship Hospital, 1985

  • University Of Oklahoma / Health Sciences Center

    Internship Hospital, 1985

  • University Of Oklahoma College Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1984
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Otolaryngology
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Otolaryngology†
American Board of Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery®
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Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery
†Self designated 
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Dr. Simms is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Ear, Nose, and Throat

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    Locations

    Practice

    Office5750 W Thunderbird Rd Ste A100 Glendale, AZ 85306
    1
    Office2222 E Highland Ave Ste 204 Phoenix, AZ 85016
    2
    Office6565 E Greenway Pkwy Ste 101 Scottsdale, AZ 85254
    3

    Practice

    Surgery Center of Peoria LLC13260 N 94th Dr Ste 200 Peoria, AZ 85381
    4

    Affiliated Hospitals

    • St. Joseph's Hospital and Medical Center

      350 W Thomas Rd
      Phoenix, AZ 85013
      Recipient of 11
      hospital awards

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

      86%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      2% higher than the national average

      78%
      Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

      3% higher than the national average

      View all patient feedback

    • HonorHealth Scottsdale Shea Medical Center

      9003 E Shea Blvd
      Scottsdale, AZ 85260
      Recipient of 6
      hospital 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

      77%
      Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

      1% higher than the national average

      View all patient feedback

    • Banner University Medical Center Phoenix

      1111 E McDowell Rd
      Phoenix, AZ 85006
      Recipient of 17
      hospital awards

      America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024)

      Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

      View all awards

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

      85%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      1% higher than the national average

      75%
      Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

      1% lower than the national average

      View all patient feedback
    Learn more about how Healthgrades measures Hospital Quality