Overview
David Sims is a Thoracic Surgeon practicing medicine in Melbourne, Florida.
Dr. Sims is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Pleuropulmonary Blastoma, Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm, Lung Cancer, Heart Bypass Surgery, and Coronary Artery Bypass Graft (CABG).
He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 1 peer reviewed article.
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- STATE MEDICAID
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Locations
250 N Wickham Rd, Melbourne, FL 32935
Clinical Research
Clinical research consists of overseeing clinical studies of patients undergoing new treatments and therapies, and publishing articles in peer reviewed medical journals. Providers who actively participate in clinical research are generally at the forefront of the fields and aware of the most up-to-date advances in treatments for their patients.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. David P. Sims
How do I make an appointment with Dr. David P. Sims?
You can book an appointment with Dr. David P. Sims by calling their office at 321-752-1200. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. David P. Sims a top-rated expert for Pleuropulmonary Blastoma?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. David P. Sims is classified as an Advanced expert for Pleuropulmonary Blastoma, meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.
What conditions does Dr. David P. Sims specialize in?
While Dr. David P. Sims is a Thoracic Surgery, they have specific expertise in Pleuropulmonary Blastoma, Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm, and Heart Bypass Surgery. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Thoracic Surgery.
Does Dr. David P. Sims participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. David P. Sims has published 1 articles and abstracts on conditions like Pleuropulmonary Blastoma. You can view a list of Dr. David P. Sims's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. David P. Sims accept my insurance?
Dr. David P. Sims accepts most major insurance plans, including Cigna and Humana. We recommend calling the office directly at 321-752-1200 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
MediFind evaluates expertise by pulling from factors such as number of articles a doctor has published in medical journals, participation in clinical trials, speaking at industry conferences, prescribing and referral patterns, and strength of connections with other experts in their field.
Learn more about MediFind’s expert tiers
- Advanced
- Pleuropulmonary BlastomaDr. Sims isAdvanced. Learn about Pleuropulmonary Blastoma.
- Experienced
- Advanced BronchoscopyDr. Sims isExperienced. Learn about Advanced Bronchoscopy.
- ALK-Positive Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer
- Aortic Valve ReplacementDr. Sims isExperienced. Learn about Aortic Valve Replacement.
- Aortic Valve StenosisDr. Sims isExperienced. Learn about Aortic Valve Stenosis.
- Coal Worker's PneumoconiosisDr. Sims isExperienced. Learn about Coal Worker's Pneumoconiosis.
- Coronary Artery Bypass Graft (CABG)Dr. Sims isExperienced. Learn about Coronary Artery Bypass Graft (CABG).
- EGFR Positive Lung CancerDr. Sims isExperienced. Learn about EGFR Positive Lung Cancer.
- Heart Bypass SurgeryDr. Sims isExperienced. Learn about Heart Bypass Surgery.
- Heart Valve RepairDr. Sims isExperienced. Learn about Heart Valve Repair.
- Lung AdenocarcinomaDr. Sims isExperienced. Learn about Lung Adenocarcinoma.
- Lung CancerDr. Sims isExperienced. Learn about Lung Cancer.
- Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer (NSCLC)Dr. Sims isExperienced. Learn about Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer (NSCLC).
- Pleural EffusionDr. Sims isExperienced. Learn about Pleural Effusion.
- PleurisyDr. Sims isExperienced. Learn about Pleurisy.
- Squamous Cell Lung CarcinomaDr. Sims isExperienced. Learn about Squamous Cell Lung Carcinoma.
- Thoracic Aortic AneurysmDr. Sims isExperienced. Learn about Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm.
- Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR)
