Dr. Lance Simkins, MD
Dr. Lance Simkins, MD is an interventional cardiologist in Tamarac, FL and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Simkins has extensive experience in Adult Congenital Heart Conditions. He graduated from University of South Florida Morsani College of Medicine in 1985. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Memorial Hospital Miramar and HCA Florida Woodmont Hospital. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.
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7421 N University Dr Ste 101 Tamarac, FL 33321Compare with other Interventional Cardiologists
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| 1 Star | 7% | 7% |
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State University Of New York At Stony Brook
Fellowship Hospital, 1991Tampa General Hospital And Tampa Veterans Administration Hospital, University Of South Florida
Internship Hospital, 1986University South Fla College Of Medicine
Internship Hospital, 1986University Of South Florida Morsani College Of Medicine
Medical School, 1985University Of Florida, Gainesville, Fl
Undergraduate School, 1981
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- Recipient of 5
hospital awardsView all awardsOutstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2024)
Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions
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86%Patients said they were given information about recovering at home2% higher than the national average
81%Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well5% higher than the national average
- Recipient of 5
hospital awardsPatient 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 awardsSurgical Care Excellence Award™ (2024)
Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications
View all patient feedbackHow patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.
70%Patients said they were given information about recovering at home14% lower than the national average
67%Patients said their room and bathroom were always kept clean - Recipient of 3
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