Lorraine S. Simonds
Expertise in
3
conditions
Expertise in
3
conditions
635 1st St N, 
Winter Haven, FL 

Overview

Dr. Lorraine Simonds is a board-certified ophthalmologist, who currently practices at BayCare Medical Group Gessler Clinic in Winter Haven, Florida. She completed an undergraduate degree in chemistry at Emory University in Atlanta, Georgia. She then earned her Doctor of Medicine from the Medical College of Georgia in Augusta, Georgia. Dr. Simonds then went on to complete her ophthalmology residency at the University of Texas Health Science Center in Houston, Texas.', 'Dr. Simonds provides a range of services including cataract surgery, healthy eye exams, and the management of complex eye diseases. Her clinical interests include dry eye, diabetic retinopathy, macular degeneration, and glaucoma. Dr. Simonds is also fluent in Spanish. Dr. Simonds is a member of both the American Academy of Ophthalmology and the American Medical Association, and she is affiliated with Winter Haven Hospital.

Dr. Simonds is highly rated in 3 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Dry Eye Syndrome, Cataract, Pinguecula, and Glaucoma.

Dr. Simonds is board certified in AB Ophthalmology - Ophthalmology.

Graduate Institution

Medical College Of Georgia

Residency

University Of Texas Health Science Center

Specialties

Ophthalmology

Licenses

Ophthalmology in FL

Board Certifications

AB Ophthalmology - Ophthalmology

Hospital Affiliations

BayCare Medical Group
BayCare Physician Partners ACO
BayCare Physician Partners

Languages Spoken

English

Gender

Female

Insurance

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Aetna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Anthem BCBS
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
AvMed
  • HMO
  • POS
Blue Cross Blue Shield
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  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Cigna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • PPO
Commonwealth Care Alliance
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
Devoted Health
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • OTHER MEDICARE
EmblemHealth
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
First Health
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • PPO
Florida Blue
  • EPO
  • PPO
Health First
  • HMO
  • POS
Health Options
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Humana
  • HMO
  • INDEMNITY
  • POS
  • PPO
Managed Medicaid
  • OTHER MANAGED MEDICAID
MetLife
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Network Health
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Simply Healthcare
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  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
Spectrum Priority Health
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
Sunshine Health
  • EPO
  • HMO
TeamCare
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
UnitedHealthcare
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  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Walgreens
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  • MEDICARE PDP
  • OTHER MEDICARE
Wellcare
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  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
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Locations

Ophthalmology at Gessler Main
635 1st St N, Winter Haven, FL 33881
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Is Dr. Lorraine S. Simonds a top-rated expert for Dry Eye Syndrome?

MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Lorraine S. Simonds is classified as an Advanced expert for Dry Eye Syndrome, 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. Lorraine S. Simonds specialize in?

While Dr. Lorraine S. Simonds is a Ophthalmology, they have specific expertise in Dry Eye Syndrome, Cataract, and Pinguecula. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Ophthalmology.

Does Dr. Lorraine S. Simonds accept my insurance?

Dr. Lorraine S. Simonds accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 863-294-0670 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

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