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Dr. Robert Simons, MD

Dr. Robert Simons, MD

Neurosurgery*
50+ years of experience

Dr. Robert Simons, MD is a neurosurgeon in Fresno, CA and has over 50 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Saint Louis University School of Medicine in 1970. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Saint Agnes Medical Center and Adventist Health Hanford. He is not accepting new patients.

4.2 Star Rating
Based on 27 reviews 4.2 Star Rating (27 reviews)

Practice

1313 E Herndon Ave Ste 101 Fresno, CA 93720

Make an Appointment

(559) 435-1017

Hospital Highlight

Dr. Simons is affiliated with Stanford Hospital Stanford, a highly rated hospital.

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Simons specializes in the area of Neurosurgery. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    America's 100 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. Simons' Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Simons

4.2

27 ratings, 4 with a written review
5 Star
74%
74%
4 Star
0%
0%
3 Star
4%
4%
2 Star
15%
15%
1 Star
7%
7%

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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
4 people found this helpful
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Dr. Betty Jarman – Aug 02, 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
3 people found this helpful
Helpful
Gary in Fresno in Fresno – Dec 19, 2017
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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
11 people found this helpful
Helpful
Dave B in Fresno, CA – May 17, 2016
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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
12 people found this helpful
Helpful
Patricia Stivers in Three Rivers – Feb 06, 2016
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About Me

care philosophy

I have a great passion to learn. I enjoy participating in continued education and keeping up with the latest technology in correcting complex spinal issues. This allows me the opportunity to provide the most advanced care available to my patients and to the valley.

biography

Robert L. Simons, M.D., is a board-certified Neurosurgeon, and a San Joaquin Valley native. After graduating from Reedley High School, he attended the University of California, Berkeley, achieving a Bachelor of Arts degree in Philosophy; this training...read more

  • Neurosurgery

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  • University Oreg

    Internship Hospital, 1971

  • Saint Louis University School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1970
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Neurological Surgery®
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Neurosurgery
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Locations

Practice

Office1313 E Herndon Ave Ste 101 Fresno, CA 93720
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Practice

Sierra Pacific Orthopaedic Center1630 E Herndon Ave Fresno, CA 93720
2

Affiliated Hospitals

  • Stanford Hospital

    300 Pasteur Dr
    Stanford, CA 94305
    Recipient of 34
    hospital awards

    America's 100 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

    View all awards

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

    89%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    5% higher than the national average

    84%
    Patients would recommend the hospital to friends and family

    19% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Saint Agnes Medical Center

    1303 E Herndon Ave
    Fresno, CA 93720
    Recipient of 8
    hospital awards

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2023)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

    View all awards

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

    80%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    4% lower than the national average

    68%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    8% lower than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Adventist Health Hanford

    115 Mall Dr
    Hanford, CA 93230
    Recipient of 4
    hospital awards

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

    View all awards

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

    87%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    3% higher than the national average

    75%
    Patients said their room and bathroom were always kept clean

    8% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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