Infectious Disease

William Simmons, MD

Infectious Diseases

Dr. William Simmons is an infectious disease specialist who cares for patients with complex conditions, including serious bacterial infections in the bloodstream and infections related to surgically implanted devices and hardware. He treats patients in both the clinic and the hospital. Simmons' research focuses on how to use antibiotics to both improve outcomes for patients and reduce the development of antibiotic-resistant bacteria. Simmons earned his medical degree at the Columbia University V

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Credentials

Board Certifications

Infectious Disease

Education & Training

Residency: Massachusetts General Hospital GME (2021)
Internship: Massachusetts General Hospital GME (2019)
Medical School: Columbia University College of Physicians and Surgeons (2018)

Years in Practice

8+ years

Peer Recognition

Healthgrades — Healthgrades Honor Roll

Clinical Focus

Subspecialties

Clinical Infectious Disease

Conditions & Treatments

Travel MedicineHIV/AIDSTuberculosisHepatitis CHepatitis BAntimicrobial StewardshipSepsis & Critical Care

Insurance(s) Accepted

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Practice Details

Hospital Affiliations

UCSF Medical Center

Conditions Dr. Simmons treats

Insurance accepted

Frequently asked

Does Dr. Simmons accept Aetna insurance?

William Simmons's public profile lists Aetna, Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield, and Blue Cross Blue Shield plus 7 more health plans as accepted plans. Plan participation can change — confirm directly with the practice before your visit.

Where does Dr. Simmons practice?

William Simmons practices in San Francisco, CA with hospital affiliations including UCSF Medical Center.

What does Dr. Simmons specialize in?

William Simmons is a board-certified infectious disease specialist with focus areas in Clinical Infectious Disease.

How long has Dr. Simmons been practicing?

William Simmons has 8+ years of clinical experience in infectious disease.

What is Dr. Simmons's medical training?

Public profile training history includes: Residency: Massachusetts General Hospital GME (2021); Internship: Massachusetts General Hospital GME (2019); Medical School: Columbia University College of Physicians and Surgeons (2018).