Michelle A Simmons

Michelle A Simmons, MD

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Languages Spoken By This Provider:

English

Accepts New Patients

Telehealth Appointments Available

Asheville Women’s Medical Center: Asheville

143 Asheland Ave
Asheville, NC 28801
Phone: (828) 258-9191 Fax: (828) 253-7382

Asheville Women’s Medical Center: Arden

310 Long Shoals Road
Suite 202
Arden, NC 28704
Phone: (828) 687-2955 Fax: (828) 687-0302

Education

Residency: University of Alabama at Birmingham

Medical School: University of Florida School of Medicine

Undergraduate School: Duke University

Hospital Affiliations

Mission Hospital

Dr. Simmons believes in delivering comprehensive women’s healthcare through all stages of life with compassion and respect. To accomplish this, she sees her patients as partners in health, whether the goal is preventative care or treatment of active disease.
Dr. Simmons is proud to offer patients the most current, safe, and clinically proven medical and surgical treatment options. Her special interests include family planning, contraception, infertility treatment and menopausal management. She specializes specifically in a minimally invasive surgery option called Single Incision Laparoscopic Surgery (SILS). Dr. Simmons is married and has one daughter. She and her family enjoy cycling, hiking, active vacations, ACC basketball, and their chocolate Labradors Bella and Mica.

Education and Training:
University of Alabama at Birmingham: Administrative Chief Resident 1999-2000, Internship and Residency, 1996-2000
University of Florida School of Medicine: Doctorate of Medicine, 1992-1996
Duke University: Bachelor of Science, Cum Laude, 1988-1992

Work Experience:
Obstetrician and Gynecologist, Asheville Women’s Medical Center, 2000–present
Active staff physician, Mission Hospitals, 2000-present

Professional Organizations:
American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology: Board Certification, 2002-present
American College of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Fellow, 1996-present
North Carolina Medical Society, member, 2000-present
Southern Obstetrics and Gynecology Society, member, 2000-present

Leadership Roles:
Managing Partner, Asheville Women’s Medical Center, 2015
Obstetrics Administrative Partner at Asheville Women’s Medical Center, 2006-2014
Physician Supervisor for AWMC Obstetrical Nurse Practitioner

Awards and Honors:
Administrative Chief Resident, University of Alabama Department of OB/GYN, 1999-2000
Award for Excellence in Endoscopic Procedures, University of Alabama Department of OB/GYN, 2000
Award for Outstanding Contribution to Medical Student Education, University of Alabama Department of OB/GYN, 1997 and 2000

Patient Reviews

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Annual Well Woman Exam

She is always great! I could not ask for a better doctor.

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Annual Well Woman Exam

The wait time was less than 5 minutes. Dr. Simmons is very thorough in her exams. She also listens with compassion and understanding.

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Gynecological Exams

I was taken back quickly and saw Dr. Simmons equally as quickly. From the front desk staff, to the CNA to Dr. Simmons, everyone was very friendly and efficient.

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Gynecological Exams

Dr. Simmons is the best. She's given me excellent care for over 20 years. She is thorough, compassionate and friendly. I feel like I'm in great hands with her.

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Annual Well Woman Exam

Because Dr. Simmons is the best doctor I have ever had. Always make you very comfortable and makes you feel important. She takes time to listen.

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Gynecological Exams

The caring, knowledgeable staff works as a team to efficiently ensure a gentle, informative experience to patients.

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Annual Well Woman Exam

I was helped promptly on arrival and was seen in a timely manner. Staff are pleasant and welcoming.

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Gynecological Exams

Dr. Simmons and her assistant are very thorough, up to date, and easy to talk with.

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Bone Density

I was seen very quickly and the appointments went very smoothly. Everyone was super nice and friendly. Dr. Simmons is always a pleasure to see. Spends time asking questions and talking with you about any problems.

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IUD Insertion / Removal

Prompt, quick, professional

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Gynecological Ultrasound / Sonogram

Timely, professional and caring

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Annual Well Woman Exam

This practice operates extremely smoothly. The entire staff is professional and welcoming.

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Mammogram

Very professional and experienced. Staff was exceedingly polite and very helpful. Doctor simmons is the best.

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Annual Well Woman Exam

I have been a patient for a long time and I have always felt special and cared for, top notch

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Annual Well Woman Exam

Dr. Simmons is very educational and thorough. She takes great care of her patients.

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Annual Well Woman Exam

Everyone was nice, prompt, helpful, and Dr. Simmons was very supportive and encouraged me to go ahead with a minor procedure that is for my good and well-being.

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Prescription Medication / Rx Refill

I appreciate how Dr Simmons clearly answers questions and explains options.

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Annual Well Woman Exam

Doctor addressed all my questions

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Annual Well Woman Exam

Dr. Simmons is very knowledgeable , attentive, and thorough. Her office is very efficient, and everyone is professional and quite pleasant.

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Mammogram

I love Dr. Simmons and her staff as the Asheland Ave office. They are great. I like Dr. Simmons as she listens to me!! Not all doctors do that however she always has. Is it bad to say i enjoy going to her appointments as she has a wonderful personality!!

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Annual Well Woman Exam

The staff is always nice and Dr. Simmons is an amazing doctor and person in general

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Office Visit / Follow-up

Excellent physician, staff and clinic. Thank you.

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Bone Density

Dr. Simmons always listens attentively and she makes sure that she is aware of my history. She explains things thoroughly and she is very preventative conscious of both possible problems and treatments, and is willing to request information from other sources at the facility to make subsequent appointments go smoothly.

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Virtual Visit / Telemedicine

Dr. Simmons was very prepared and answered all my questions before I even ask them.

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Pelvic Organ Prolapse

Dr Simmons has been my doctor for long time. She is very thorough and cares about her patients.

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Bone Density

I had three appointments scheduled; 8:50, 9:40 and 10:15. I was called back to my first appointment at 8:45 and my last appointment ended at 9:30. Everyone took me in before my appointment time and was very efficient. The staff were exceptionally friendly and knowledgeable. Best experience ever at any doctor’s office!

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Bone Density

Everyone is pleasant to deal with and they are respectful, efficient, and courteous. The office is clean & comfortable. I like the cloth gowns and sheets!

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