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University of Texas
San Antonio, TX
Internal Medicine 1983-1985
University of Texas
San Antonio, TX
1982-1983
Rush Medical College
Chicago, IL
Doctorate of Medicine 1982
University of Colorado
Boulder, CO
Bachelor of Arts, Molecular Biology 1976
American Board of Internal Medicine
Inova Alexandria Hospital
English, Spanish and French
Virginia
MDVIP’s annual fee covers the Wellness Program and generally can be made in quarterly, semi-annual and annual payments.
There are tremendous changes occurring in the world and healthcare is no exception. While recent decades have seen astounding advances in medicine, one thing remains the same: there is value in having a primary care physician who knows you well. Although I cannot control or direct much of the change we experience in healthcare, I can offer my patients that close, personal relationship we all want. I have been practicing internal medicine in northern Virginia for over twenty years and in my MDVIP-affiliated practice, I look forward to providing personalized care to my patients for many years to come.
My interests lie particularly in the area of preventive cardiology and geriatrics. I know from personal experience that the risks that lead to heart attacks and strokes can largely be dealt with through exercise, diet and a balanced life. For my older patients, I know that we can work together to make the aging process simpler; less focused on endless rounds of doctor visits and more focused on thriving even while we age. Similar to conveniences often associated with concierge medicine practices, I also offer same- or next-day appointments that start on time. I am excited to have a smaller, more personalized practice, where I will have the time to work with each of my patients to achieve their personal health goals.
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Expect comprehensive screenings and tests and a custom wellness plan designed for you.
97% of MDVIP members are satisfied with their relationship (vs 58% in traditional PCP).
See Dr. Sims quickly and take your time during each appointment.
Reach Dr. Sims by phone or text after-hours, and on weekends.
MDVIP practices are smaller than most primary care practices, which means your doctor has more time to help you.
See Dr. Sims when you go to the office — not someone else like a nurse practitioner or physician assistant
If you need urgent care while traveling, your physician can help arrange your care with a local hospital, pharmacy or doctor.
For patients who need care beyond what is available locally, MDVIP can connect your doctor with specialists at some of the country’s leading medical institutions
Members have better control of chronic conditions like type 2 diabetes, high cholesterol and hypertension.
Doctors who operate in the MDVIP models typically see far fewer patients than traditional primary care doctors. That gives them more time to develop deeper doctor-patient relationships that can lead to better outcomes. They can also offer conveniences that most primary care doctors can’t, including same- and next-day appointments. They’re available after hours for urgent matters. And they have time to focus on prevention. That focus begins with the MDVIP Wellness Program, which patients pay for with their annual membership fee.
Most MDVIP-affiliated primary care practices accept insurance (your physician can tell you whether they accept your specific insurance plan). Your annual fee pays for preventive care medical services that insurance usually doesn’t cover (e.g., advanced diagnostic testing and screenings). Your MDVIP-affiliated physician will continue to bill your insurance and charge copays, co-insurances and deductibles as he or she currently does for other medical services like sick visits.
MDVIP makes wellness and prevention easier by providing your physician with innovative tools and technology. MDVIP supports your physician’s practice and seeks to eliminate barriers to a positive healthcare experience. Your doctor will determine whether and how to incorporate these tools at his/her discretion.
MDVIP’s annual fee covers the Wellness Program and generally can be made in quarterly, semi-annual and annual payments.
Fill out the form to join now, receive more information, or schedule a meeting with Dr. Sims.
MDVIP’s annual fee covers the Wellness Program and generally can be made in quarterly, semi-annual, and annual payments.
Fill out the form to join now, receive more information, or schedule a meeting with Dr. Sims.
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