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Michael Simon, MD

4.9 out of 5 (168 Ratings)

Specialties:

Critical Care / Pulmonary Medicine

About Michael Simon

Dr. Michael Simon earned his Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from the George Washington University Columbian College of Arts and Sciences in Washington, DC. He then went on to obtain a Master of Science in Physiology and Biophysics from Georgetown University, School of Medicine. He then earned his Doctorate of Medicine from the George Washington University School of Medicine and Health Sciences. He completed his Internal Medicine Residency at The George Washington University Hospital and his Pulmonary, Critical Care, and Sleep Medicine Fellowship at Rhode Island Hospital.

Having always been interested in sciences, he was inspired to become a doctor after he got to see firsthand the connection a physician makes with a patient; the perfect alignment of scientific curiosity and service to others.

His philosophy of care centers on empathy, patience, and clear communication. He wants his patients to know they are more than a diagnosis or culmination of lab values or chest radiographs.

When not at work, Michael is an avid reader of science fiction. He loves gardening, landscaping, and DIY home improvement projects. He’s also known for bringing along a few board games on his weekend cabin escapes with friends.

Locations

Practicing at the following locations:

  1. Southcoast Physicians Group Pulmonary

    1030 President Ave Suite 210
    Fall River, MA 02720

    P: 508-973-1780

    Get Directions 41.71413709999999 -71.13876849999997

Insurances Accepted

Southcoast accepts most major insurance plans. Call the Southcoast patient registration department at 844-297-2952 or your health plan with any questions regarding coverage.

Provider Ratings

Rating Willingness to recommend provider’s office Overall Provider Experience
4.9
4.9
4.9

Patient Comments (52)

At Southcoast Health, we strive to deliver exceptional patient care along with an exceptional patient experience. We appreciate all of your feedback and share your comments to recognize the wonderful care our teams provide to you as well as identify areas for improvement.

  • As always, Dr Simon saw me on time. The assistant was professional.The doctor was pleasant, professional and courteous. I was not rushed through my appt. [Name] [Name]

  • Definitely I'll recommend Dr. Simon. The dept is nice and helpful. It was pleasant and informative visit

  • Michael Simon was highly professional and very thorough with the care of my lungs and how I am feeling.

  • From the front desk receptionist to the receptionist at check out, the medical assistant and of course Dr Simon EVERYONE was friendly, respectful and professional. I can't say enough about how comfortable they made me. Dr Simon was excellent. He listened to my concerns and has a plan in place that makes me feel confident in my health care team. Everyone at that office is a reflection on Southcoast and I hope they are appreciated

  • Doctor Simon is an absolute medical phenomenon. I'm 92 years old, I've had much much experience with physicians in my life. He's top, he's among the top one or two that I've ever encountered in my life, the man is so capable, friendly, courteous, It's like, it's almost unbelievable how good he is. The guy is just absolutely great.

  • Honestly, there wasn't a thing you could have done better! It was a 100% positive experience. Dr. Simon is a fantastic doctor. He enlightened me on different factors that could be connected to the situation with my lungs. He also asked me many questions and explained why. I left his office feeling relaxed and comfortable with the next steps.

  • Everyone was pleasant and friendly. I felt welcome there. Dr took his time and answered all my questions without rushing me. Great experience!

  • Complete knowledge of my health care. Sat and listened to me instead of typing everything in on a computer

  • Great caring Doctor who knew my history and my needs. My health has greatly improved since I started working with Dr Simon. Thank you.

  • The Truesdale facility and every staff member I met were great. Friendly, professional, helpful in every way. Staff in the pulmonary clinic and Dr Simon were excellent

  • Dr Simon is everything you would want in a doctor. He went above and beyond and explained what my cardiologist failed to explain to me! He is personable and professional. I wish he could become my primary care physician! Would highly recommend him to anyone in need of his services.

  • This was a new patient appointment with Dr. Simon. I thought he was very personable. I thought he listened extremely well. I thought he asked good questions. He was obviously prepared for the appointment and looked at my previous records. I thought he was just extremely thorough and made good recommendations as to how to move forward. I got out of the appointment thinking he had done just an absolutely super job. I'm thankful to have a doctor of his caliber handling my health issues. Thank you.

  • Very detailed explanations and listened

  • Dr. Simon is very efficient and very practical,

  • Everyone treated me with kindness and was very helpful with any questions I had. very happy with Southcoast.

  • Everyone was very friendly and helpful. A good experience

  • The doctor was awesome I felt very comfortable talking with him dr Simon is a great doctor he took the time to explain everything to me

  • Listened carefully to my concerns. Explained his thoughts succinctly.

  • Dr. Simon is fantastic. He takes the time to explain things. He always follows up with me on test results or even just to ask how I'm feeling. He's a great doctor.

  • The call center was wonderful. The medical assistants were amazing. And Dr. Simon was a pleasant surprise. And we felt very safe and we were very trusting of the decisions that were made during our visit. And we were very grateful that we were seen in a timely manner. A CAT scan was performed. Lab work was performed. And it was one-stop shopping. I received a phone call today from Dr. Simon personally with a decision as to how treatment was going to continue. And we took action on that. And it is now in place. So we're very pleased. Thank you.

  • It's rare to go to a physician's office where everyone - from receptionist, to the nurse, to the doctor, to the secretary that scheduled my next appointment -everyone - was friendly, courteous, and helpful. It's a pleasure to visit Dr. Simon and the support staff.

  • appt was right on time. staff and dr are all polite and caring. i feel very comfortable and feel like i am important not just another person they have to see

  • Dr. Simon was extremely professional, personable. I really like him and will be keeping all my pulmonary appointments with him as much as possible. I highly recommend him.

  • Dr Simon had already researched my health files, so the appointment was totally spent on me, not looking up information on the computer. Answered all of my questions and we worked together to reach a goal to better help me reach my health care needs. 10 star doctor

  • Everyone treated me with care and respect. Excellent

  • I left their office thinking how nice it was to see a group of genuinely happy people enjoying their jobs and that made me smile. It's also nice to have a doctor that seems like they genuinely care about your health improving.

  • Dr. Simon was kind. He was well informed about my medical background, my history. And he answered the questions that I had. Thank you very much.

  • This was a thorough, caring, highly professional initial appointment. I felt respected, cared for and confident. Dr Simon knew my history because he read it before the appointment. He was complete in his approach and careful in explaining things in simple language. WOW! This is what great medical care is all about!

  • Dr Simon is excellent, knowledgeable, good listener, caring. Glad I found him!

  • Very satisfied with Doctor Simon - comfortable and informative and helpful in suggestions to improve my condition

  • He was very polite listen to me and answered all my questions

  • Dr. Simon is the best. I would recommend him to anyone. So friendly and full of knowledge

  • The receptionists were welcoming & quick. I was called in quick & my tri age nurse was so sweet. Dr. Simonu00A0was made me feel comfortable & that I could ask quests. Check out team was awesome.

  • I thought you did very well. I walked in there and helped me right away. It didn't take long. I was seen right away. And you had a professional there look at me, which was good. Thank you.

  • This doctor saw me as an emergency because my doctor was overloaded. He did very well and he was a very good doctor. Thank you.

  • Dr Simon was there for my husband in the hospital it was our follow up he amazing on so many professional levels. My husband is going through cancer…

  • Dr. Simon is exemplary. There is nobody who could ever do anything better than what he has done for me. He literally saved my life back in December. I have all sorts of faith in this man. He is such a... My significant other and I were discussing what a marvelous physician he is just earlier today. He is absolutely superb. His knowledge is exemplary as I said earlier. He cannot be beat. He's the best there is. I even told him he's better than anybody up in Boston and I've been to doctors in Boston.

  • Dr. Simon is the absolute BEST!

  • I felt at ease. My questions were answered, Dr Simon and his staff were courteous and attentive

  • Dr Simon was engaged with me as a patient. Listened attentively, asked pertinent questions, explained things well and overall made me feel like I was his only patient !

  • Dr. Simon made me feel very comfortable during my appointment. I was very anxious and he asked me many questions about my health he listened to my concerns and explained the reasons for the test he is ordering. I will highly recommend this doctor.

  • Great service,no wait.

  • Provide a timely appointment when needed

  • Dr. Simon was very informative and spent the time to answer all my questions and concerns. I was impressed with his knowledge and expertise. He was very thorough and I felt very comfortable with him.

  • My provider listened to my concerns I am very pleased.

  • I was able to get an appointment ASAP and seen on time. Was explained everything including a prescription. Doctor was very friendly and respectful

  • Dr Simon was wonderful. He took time to talk with me. He was prepared for our visit and had reviewed my chart prior to our visit so knew the right questions to ask.

  • Dr. Simon took the time and was proficient in explaining in layman's terms, the results on my CT Chest without contrast.

  • I was very satisfied

  • I was late, they were very understanding. I'm never late for appointments. Dr. Simon still saw me, rather quickly. I find Dr. Simon easy to talk to about issues that are happening now and things I'm afraid of in the future. He's a superb doctor. And the staff in his office are also superb. Just as Healthcare should be.

  • Everyone in the office is efficient, intelligent and knowledgeable, great experience everytime

  • I was a new patient. I arrived early and the office took me early. His MA was very pleasant. He entered the room with a smile and a handshake. He was very willing to listen to my concerns and advise. It was great to see a young MD with his demeaner. I was very comfortable and left with my concerns met. He was definitely more than medicine. Thank you for a great experience!

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