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Dr. John Simpson, MD

Dr. John Simpson, MD

Ear, Nose, and Throat*
40+ years of experience

Dr. John Simpson, MD is a head & neck surgery otolaryngologist in Athens, GA and has over 40 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Indiana University School of Medicine in 1983. He is affiliated with medical facilities Piedmont Athens Regional Medical Center and Northeast Georgia Medical Center Barrow. He is accepting new patients.

3.4 Star Rating
Based on 20 reviews 3.4 Star Rating (20 reviews)

Practice

700 Sunset Dr Ste 103 Athens, GA 30606
(706) 546-0144

At a Glance

  • Areas of Expertise
    Dr. Simpson specializes in the areas of Otolaryngology & Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery. • See board certifications
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ • See hospitals
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. • See hospitals
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Dr. Simpson's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Simpson

3.4

20 ratings, 12 with a written review
5 Star
55%
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What went well
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Happy Patient – Nov 14, 2023
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
Helpful
Oct 14, 2023
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Long wait times
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Oct 29, 2021
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
May 06, 2020
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
Mark Robinette – Apr 17, 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
What could be improved
  • Long wait times
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
Lawrenceville, GA – Oct 24, 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
What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
Lawrenceville, GA – Oct 24, 2017
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
3 people found this helpful
Helpful
Athens, GA – Apr 06, 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
10 people found this helpful
Helpful
Betty Bell in Ga – Apr 03, 2017
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Staff friendliness
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Winder, GA – Feb 24, 2017
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
3 people found this helpful
Helpful
Alex Medina in Watkinsville, GA – Feb 09, 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
What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
Stephanie d.Waller in Winterville ga. – Dec 17, 2015
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About Me

care philosophy

We believe in developing personal relationships with our patients, starting with a detailed history and explanation of the conditions we treat, with an emphasis on quality of life. Whether we recommend medication, observation, surgery or hearing instruments, improvement in quality of life is our top priority. 

  • Ear, Nose, and Throat

  • Sleep Medicine Otolaryngology

  • Otolaryngic Allergy

  • Hearing Instruments

*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 Miami Jackson Memorial Hospital

    Internship Hospital, 1984

  • Indiana University School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1983

  • Indiana University / School Of Dentistry

    1978

  • University Of Evansville

    Undergraduate School, 1973
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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Locations

Practice

Northeast Georgia Ent-Head & Neck Surgery PC700 Sunset Dr Ste 103 Athens, GA 30606
1

Practice

Portsbridge Hospice325 N Milledge Ave Athens, GA 30601
2

Affiliated Hospitals

  • Piedmont Athens Regional Medical Center

    1199 Prince Ave
    Athens, GA 30606
    Recipient of 15
    hospital awards

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024)

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

    America's 250 Best Hospitals 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.

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

    3% higher than the national average

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

    4% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Northeast Georgia Medical Center Barrow

    316 N Broad St
    Winder, GA 30680

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

    84%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    2% higher than the national average

    84%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    4% lower than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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