Michelle A Simmons

Michelle A Simmons, MD

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Languages Spoken By This Provider:

English

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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

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Annual Well Woman Exam

Dr Simmons is knowledgeable, effective, caring and personable. She shared new information and setup reminders for next year’s exam and tests. I appreciate her expertise very much

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Annual Well Woman Exam

The staff, the nurses and Dr. Simmons are wonderful!!! It goes beyond a doctor's visit. Everybody is so caring!!! And Dr. Simmons is great!!! My questions are always answered (and sometimes I have a lot :) And she always welcomes you with a big smile!!! She's awesome!!!

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Always receive excellent care at Asheville Women's

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Mammogram

As always, everyone is very kind and patient. Everyone makes you feel comfortable and Michelle always answers questions with understanding and care.

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Annual Well Woman Exam

The staff and Dr. Simmons are always very prompt and thorough. Always willling to listen and make helpful suggestions that meet my needs.

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Annual Well Woman Exam

Dr. Simmons is thorough and caring. She really goes above and beyond to ensure all of my questions are answered. She also educates me and holds me accountable.

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Gynecological Exams

They are very friendly and I have a lot of confidence in Dr. Simmons

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Annual Well Woman Exam

Very efficient check in procedure. Dr Simmons thoroughly explained earlier test results ,gave me options for next year, and I had my yearly exam. This office and all the doctors that I have seen in this practice have provided me with excellent care through my many years.

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Gynecological Problem Visit

Dr Simmons is a wonderful doctor with an amazing scope of knowledge.

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Virtual Visit / Telemedicine

The technology worked very well and is an efficient way to make Dr. Simmons more accessible. She, herself, is amazing, obviously.

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Gynecological Exams

I think Dr.Simmons is wonderful! That's why I have been her patient for a very long time.Camry is great too! I don't think my experience with the Asheville office has been as pleasant as the Biltmore Park location.

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Bone Density

Efficient and easy process. Friendly staff.

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Gynecological Exams

Dr. Simmons is knowledgeable, professional, and kind. I appreciate the time she takes to provide relevant information to the questions that I have and always feel safe and cared for during my visits.

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Virtual Visit / Telemedicine

They sent a text with link for my virtual visit and made it extremely easy. Much appreciated and I love Dr. Simmons.

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IUD Insertion / Removal

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Annual Well Woman Exam

Excellent dr always explains everything

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Annual Well Woman Exam

All the staff and doctors are very nice. Dr. Simmons is the best! Camry at the front desk is always very pleasant and helpful.

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Breast Ultrasound

Efficient, polite, professional, engaging, friendly conversation to put me at ease

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Annual Well Woman Exam

Dr. Simmons is thorough and patient. She takes her time to answer all your questions.

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I was seen quickly and had excellent care by entire medical team.

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Oral Contraceptives

Dr. Simmons is awesome. She always listens and provides all of the information in order to make an informed decision.

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Annual Well Woman Exam

Dr Simmons is a wonderful dr. She always takes time to explain everything and is very patient, kind and easy to talk to.

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Every aspect of the appointment was comfortable, efficient, and respectful. All my questions were answered and I felt very well cared-for throughout the visit.

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Annual Well Woman Exam

Simmons is always very efficient and very respectful and is always there to help with any questions or concerns you may have. Friendly staff as well.

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Gynecological Ultrasound / Sonogram

Very good verbal explanation re the exam.

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