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Dr. Richard Simmons, MD

Dr. Richard Simmons, MD

Pediatric Neurology*
20+ years of experience

Dr. Richard Simmons, MD is a pediatric neurologist in Halfmoon, NY and has over 20 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Drexel University College of Medicine in 2003. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Samaritan Hospital-St. Mary's Campus and Glens Falls Hospital. He is accepting new patients.

4.1 Star Rating
Based on 24 reviews 4.1 Star Rating (24 reviews)

Practice

1783 Route 9 Ste 101 Halfmoon, NY 12065

Biography

"Dr. Simmons is Board Certified in Neurology with Special Certification in Child Neurology. He completed his undergraduate education at Union College and attended medical school at the Drexel University College of Me..."

- Dr. Richard Simmons, MD

At a Glance

  • Areas of Expertise
    Dr. Simmons specializes in the areas of Epilepsy & Neurology with Special Qualification in Child Neurology. See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. See reviews
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. See hospitals
  • Trustworthy
    Patients said this doctor is trustworthy. See reviews
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Dr. Simmons' Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Simmons

4.1

24 ratings, 9 with a written review
5 Star
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4 Star
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3 Star
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2 Star
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1 Star
21%
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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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Apr 23, 2024
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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
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Feb 27, 2024
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
What could be improved
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
Helpful
Aug 13, 2022
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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
Helpful
Jessica – Apr 09, 2022
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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
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Stefanie – Mar 31, 2022
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
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Angrymom – Nov 07, 2020
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What went well
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Staff wasn't friendly
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Danielle – Mar 02, 2020
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Mar 23, 2019
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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
2 people found this helpful
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Lisa Buenau in Delmar, NY – May 12, 2017
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About Me

biography

Dr. Simmons is Board Certified in Neurology with Special Certification in Child Neurology. He completed his undergraduate education at Union College and attended medical school at the Drexel University College of Medicine in Philadelphia. He completed...read more
  • Pediatric Neurology

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  • Suny / Buffalo General Hospital

    Residency Hospital
  • Robert Wood Johnson University Hosp-umdnj

    Internship Hospital, 2004
  • Drexel University College Of Medicine

    Medical School, 2003
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Psychiatry & Neurology®
Epilepsy
Neurology with Special Qualification in Child Neurology
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Locations

Practice

The Child Neurology Group1783 Route 9 Ste 101 Halfmoon, NY 12065
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  • Hours
    • Mon: 8:30am - 4:30pm
    • Tue: 8:30am - 4:30pm
    • Wed: 8:30am - 4:30pm
    • Thu: 8:30am - 4:30pm
    • Fri: 8:30am - 4:30pm
  • Directions

Practice

Community Care Physicians PC711 Troy Schenectady Rd Ste 203 Latham, NY 12110
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Samaritan Hospital-St. Mary's Campus

    1300 Massachusetts Ave
    Troy, NY 12180
    Recipient of 1
    hospital award
  • St Peter's Hospital

    315 S Manning Blvd
    Albany, NY 12208
    Recipient of 13
    hospital awards

    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (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.

    85%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    1% higher than the national average

    79%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    4% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
  • Saratoga Hospital

    211 Church St
    Saratoga Springs, NY 12866
    Recipient of 9
    hospital awards

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2023, 2022)

    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

    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

    82%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    7% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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