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Dr. Rache Simmons, MD

General Surgery*
Dr. Rache Simmons, MD
4.7 (89 Ratings)

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Dr. Rache Simmons, MD is a General Surgery Specialist in New York, NY.
Dr. Rache Simmons, MD
4.7 (89 Ratings)
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Dr. Rache Simmons, MD

General Surgery*
New York, NY
Accepting new patients
36 years of experience

Offers telehealth

Dr. Rache Simmons, MD is a General Surgery Specialist in New York, NY.

About

Dr. Rache Simmons, MD is a General Surgery Specialist in New York, NY and has 36 years experience. They graduated from Duke University School of Medicine in 1988 and completed a residency at University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill.They currently practice at Practice and are affiliated with New York Presbyterian Hospital. At present, Dr. Simmons received an average rating of 4.7/5 from patients and has been reviewed 89 times. Their office accepts new patients and telehealth appointments. Dr. Simmons is board certified in General Surgery and accepts multiple insurance plans.

Offers Telehealth

This provider offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule.

Explains Conditions Well

Patients said this doctor explains conditions well.

Trustworthy

Patients said this doctor is trustworthy.

Friendly Staff

Patients said the staff was friendly.

Easy Scheduling

Patients said scheduling was easy.

Compare with other General Surgery Specialists

Compare Dr. Simmons with our nearby General Surgery Specialists at NewYork-Presbyterian Brooklyn Methodist Hospital
These providers are on the medical staff of NewYork-Presbyterian Brooklyn Methodist Hospital
These providers are on the medical staff of NewYork-Presbyterian Brooklyn Methodist Hospital.
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Mastectomy
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Lumpectomy
Mastectomy
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Lumpectomy
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Ductal Carcinoma in Situ
Breast Cancer
Axillary Lymph Node Dissection
Lobular Carcinoma
Adjacent Tissue Transfer
Biopsy of Breast
Excision of Breast Tumor
Asherman Syndrome
Barrett's Esophagus
Benign Neoplasm of the Digestive System
Bone Cancer
Capsular Contracture of Breast Implant
Constipation
Crohn's Disease
Diaphragmatic and Hiatal Hernia
Hiatal Hernia
Hyperparathyroidism
Inflammatory Bowel Disease
Lipomas
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Lung Cancer
Male Breast Cancer
Osteosarcoma
Peptic Ulcer
Peripheral Vascular Disease (PAD, PVD)
Ruptured Aortic Aneurysm
Secondary Malignancies
Small Intestine Cancer
Stomach and Small Intestine Cancer
Thyroid Nodule
Traumatic Brain Injury
Ulcerative Colitis
Varicose Veins
Ventral Hernia
Abdominoplasty
Abscess or Cyst Drainage or Aspiration
Abscess or Fluid Incision and Drainage
Breast Augmentation
Breast Lift Surgery
Breast Reconstruction
Breast Reduction
Dressing and-or Debridement of Wound, Infection, or Burn
Excision
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Excision, Shaving, or Destruction of Skin and Subcutaneous Tissue (incl. Mohs Micrographic Surgery), Tissue Transfer
Hernia Repair
Lymphadenectomy With Robotic Assistance
Nipple Reconstruction
Open Diaphragmatic or Paraesophageal Hiatal Hernia Repair
Open Gastric Restrictive Procedure
Open Incisional or Ventral Hernia Repair
Skin Grafts
Soft Tissue Tumor Removal
Wound Repair

Insurance Accepted

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  • Blue Access (Select Network)-NY
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    Blue Cross and Blue Shield
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  • Emblem Health
  • Empire Blue Cross Blue Shield HMO
  • Neighborhood Health Providers
  • Medicaid
  • Choice Plus POS
    Navigate HMO
    Navigate POS
    Options PPO
    United Healthcare

Locations

  1. 1 New York-presbyterian Hospital
    525 E 68th St, New York, NY 10065
  2. 2 Office
    1283 York Ave Fl 4, New York, NY 10065
  3. 3 Office
    425 E 61st St Fl 8, New York, NY 10065
  4. 4 Breast Center at Weill Cornell Medicine
    1283 York Ave, New York, NY 10065

Patient Satisfaction

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Simmons
4.7
Based on 89 Reviews
5 Stars (80)
4 Stars (2)
3 Stars (1)
2 Stars (1)
1 Star (5)

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Patient Reviews
Apr 12, 2024
It seemed that the appointments are well-scheduled to move patients along but without rushing.The doctor's post-exam presentation of next possible steps was clear and allowed for clarification and questions. I was left feeling confident moving forward with this physician.
Jean J. — Apr 12, 2024
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Specialties*
General Surgery
Specialties*
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • Duke University School of Medicine
    1988
Medical Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • General Surgery
Board Certifications
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Internship

Internship
  • New York-Presbyterian Hospital-Weill Cornell Medical Center
    1994
Internship

Residency

Residency Hospital
  • University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
    1993
Residency Hospital
Common Questions and Answers
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Frequently Asked Questions

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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Rache Simmons, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Simmons' profile.

Dr. Rache Simmons, MD is affiliated with New York Presbyterian Hospital.

Yes, Dr. Rache Simmons, MD holds board certification in General Surgery.

Hospital Affiliations

  • New York Presbyterian Hospital

    525 E 68th St, New York, NY