Overview
John Sims is a Neurologist in Boston, Massachusetts. Dr. Sims is highly rated in 2 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Alzheimer's Disease, Dementia, Neuroendocrine Tumor, Metastatic Brain Tumor, and Tissue Biopsy.
His clinical research consists of co-authoring 33 peer reviewed articles. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. John R. Sims
How do I make an appointment with Dr. John R. Sims?
You can book an appointment with Dr. John R. Sims by calling their office at 617-724-7413. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. John R. Sims a top-rated expert for Alzheimer's Disease?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. John R. Sims is classified as an Advanced expert for Alzheimer's Disease, 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. John R. Sims specialize in?
While Dr. John R. Sims is a Neurology, they have specific expertise in Alzheimer's Disease, Dementia, and Tissue Biopsy. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Neurology.
Does Dr. John R. Sims participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. John R. Sims has published 33 articles and abstracts on conditions like Alzheimer's Disease. You can view a list of Dr. John R. Sims's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. John R. Sims accept my insurance?
Dr. John R. Sims accepts most major insurance plans, including Blue Cross Blue Shield and Tufts. We recommend calling the office directly at 617-724-7413 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.
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- Advanced
- Alzheimer's DiseaseDr. Sims isAdvanced. Learn about Alzheimer's Disease.
- DementiaDr. Sims isAdvanced. Learn about Dementia.
- Experienced
- Metastatic Brain TumorDr. Sims isExperienced. Learn about Metastatic Brain Tumor.
- Neuroendocrine TumorDr. Sims isExperienced. Learn about Neuroendocrine Tumor.
- Tissue BiopsyDr. Sims isExperienced. Learn about Tissue Biopsy.