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Dr. John Simmons, MD

Dr. John Simmons, MD

Sleep Medicine (Psychiatry & Neurology)*

Dr. John Simmons, MD is a sleep medicine psychiatrist neurologist in Ruidoso, NM. He is affiliated with medical facilities Lincoln County Medical Center and Gerald Champion Regional Medical Center. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4.1 Star Rating
Based on 36 reviews 4.1 Star Rating (36 reviews)

CHRISTUS Trinity Clinic

101 5th St Ruidoso, NM 88345
Telehealth available

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At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Simmons specializes in the area of Neurology. See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. See reviews
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Good Patient Care
    Patients said they had exceptional care at this hospital. See hospitals
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Dr. Simmons' Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Simmons

4.1
36 ratings, 27 with a written review
5 star
72%
72%
4 star
3%
3%
3 star
3%
3%
2 star
3%
3%
1 star
19%
19%

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Relatable and Knowledgeable
Dr. Simmons is down-to-earth but also a wealth of helpful knowledge. I felt so comfortable with him and at his practice with his team. It's a relief to have a doctor that actually cares and recommends medications, dosages, and procedures that are the best for your particular situation. They have 1000s of patients, so it may take awhile to get in but I believe it's worth the wait.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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
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AK – Dec 14, 2023
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Very personable and explains things well.
Very professional staff.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Long wait times
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Ross Cox – Dec 10, 2023
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New Client
Dr. Simmons was very personable. He listened and gave great feedback on my condition. He is very thorough. Office staff were very pleasant and inviting. Would recommend 100%.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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 other person found this helpful
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Oct 05, 2023
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Great doctor would recommend him to anyone
Quick service and thorough about what was going on with me
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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 other person found this helpful
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Sep 26, 2023
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Best Dr Ever
Dr Simmons took his time with me and listened to all of my concerns. I wish you would’ve become my doctor years ago!
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Long wait times
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Sep 06, 2023
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Thorough
Knowledgeable. Explains reasons for procedure and procedure steps. Very gentle. Would recommend.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
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Sep 05, 2023
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Have and will continue to recommend Dr Simon's to
Dr Simmons is one of the most caring drs I have ever seen. Have been with hom for 20 years and would not want to see any other neurologist.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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
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Cindy – Aug 30, 2023
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The wait time in the waiting room was over three hours!!
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Long wait times
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Aug 18, 2023
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Thorough exam and explained everything.
Dr. Simmons explained everything so I could understand completely
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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
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Aug 14, 2023
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Dr. Simmons is brilliant
Dr. Simmons has provided excellent neurological care for my disabled son and also for my husband. He is a wonderful, careful, brilliant doctor.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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
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Martha Kellar – Jul 10, 2023
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Very likely
We got started a little late, but got into the interview quickly. ! Dr Simmons was fully aware of my situation and analyzed my medications and made some changes that will work well for me. ! He sent my prescriptions to my pharmacy and we are good to go. ! I enjoyed the tele health visit !
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Apr 15, 2023
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Wonderful Doctor! Great Staff!
Wonderful doctor! He has really taken care of my son with special needs! Great and caring Staff!
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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 other person found this helpful
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Apr 12, 2023
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The first thorough exam
I've seen three neurologists as a COVID long hauler. Dr. Simmons listened and did a thorough exam. He's been proactive in helping me find answers.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Long wait times
1 other person found this helpful
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Sandra L Isdell – Apr 02, 2023
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Very nice thorough and knowledgeable
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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 other person found this helpful
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Deb – Mar 16, 2023
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Thank You Doctor Simmons
Everybody in the office was amazing !! They made me feel very welcome Dr Simmons explained everything to me as he was doing the exam and he’s very professional I would highly recommend Doc and his crew Thanks everybody Randal Nutter
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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
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Randal Nutter – Jan 09, 2023
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Very Good Doctor!
Knowledgeable and spends time discussing patient's issues.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Nov 17, 2022
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Nuerology Appt
Always informative, thorough detail coverage. His staff has always been top notch, assistive and responsive to questions or needs. I'd definately recommend Dr. Simmons and his staff.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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
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USAF Retired Veteran – Oct 07, 2022
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I am very pleased with Dr Simmons
I like Simmons he is a very good doctor and I have like him from my first visit and the time I am with him he ask me things and we decided how to proceed with my care. I appreciate this doctor. And would refer him to anyone that need him
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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
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Diane B – Oct 05, 2022
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Phenomenal
My experience was absolutely phenomenal! From the second I walked into the office until I left, every single person I came in contact with was beyond nice and helpful! The receptionist Katrina was so nice and gracious in greeting me. I was filling out information in the waiting area after giving her my insurance card and Katrina actually walked around bringing me back my insurance card. Wow! Then I went for the 1st part of my EMG study (nerve conduction study) and Lori was so nice as she explained everything she was doing as she was doing it. Lori then escorted me back to Dr. Simmons' office where he conducted the 2nd and final part of the EMG study (needle electrode examination). Dr. Simmons was so nice as he explained everything he was doing also. My experience was absolutely perfect! Thank you Dr. Simmons & staff! Respectfully, Debora Sallee
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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
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Debora Sallee – Sep 23, 2022
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Don't be in a hurry
Excellent doctor but he loves to talk so be prepared to wait.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Long wait times
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Ted Richard – Sep 02, 2022
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About Me

biography

John Simmons, MD is a neurologist at CHRISTUS Trinity Clinic in Alamogordo, NM.
  • Sleep Medicine (Psychiatry & Neurology)

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  • Tx Tech University Health Science Center

    Residency Hospital
  • Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center School Of Medicine

    Medical School
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Psychiatry & Neurology®
Neurology
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Locations

CHRISTUS Trinity Clinic

CHRISTUS Trinity Clinic101 5th St Ruidoso, NM 88345
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CHRISTUS Trinity Clinic2474 Indian Wells Rd Ste B Alamogordo, NM 88310
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CHRISTUS Trinity Clinic2050 Scenic Dr Alamogordo, NM 88310
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Lincoln County Medical Center

    211 Sudderth Dr
    Ruidoso, NM 88345

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

    83%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    5% lower than the national average

    80%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    2% lower than the national average

    View all patient feedback
  • Gerald Champion Regional Medical Center

    2669 Scenic Dr
    Alamogordo, NM 88310
    Recipient of 3
    hospital awards

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

    82%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    2% lower than the national average

    71%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    5% lower than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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