Thomas A. Simpson MD, FACS

Otolaryngology — Head and Neck Surgery

Specialty: Otolaryngology

About:
Dr. Thomas A. Simpson is a board-certified otolaryngologist with ENT Medical Services in Iowa City. He provides comprehensive ear, nose, and throat care for adults and children across Eastern Iowa and has held numerous leadership roles throughout his career in the Iowa medical community.

Dr. Simpson earned his medical degree from the University of Iowa Roy J. and Lucille A. Carver College of Medicine and completed his residency in otolaryngology — head and neck surgery at the University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics. He served as President of the Iowa Academy of Otolaryngology from 2002 to 2005 and as Chairman of the Board of Directors and Medical Director of Iowa City Ambulatory Surgery Center from 2008 through 2023.

Areas of Expertise:
General otolaryngology
Pediatric otolaryngology
Facial plastic and reconstructive surgery
Sinus disorders
Laryngology and swallowing disorders
Hearing loss and vertigo
Thyroid and parathyroid disorders
Sleep medicine and snoring
Allergy

Education:
Medical School: University of Iowa Roy J. and Lucille A. Carver College of Medicine, 1990
Internship: General Surgery, Gundersen Lutheran Medical Foundation, La Crosse, Wisconsin, 1990–1991
Residency: Otolaryngology — Head and Neck Surgery, University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics, 1991–1995

Board Certification:
American Board of Otolaryngology

Fellow Designation:
Fellow, American College of Surgeons (FACS)
Fellow, American Academy of Otolaryngology — Head and Neck Surgery (AAO-HNS)

Professional Memberships:
American Academy of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery
American Academy of Otolaryngology — Head and Neck Surgery
American Academy of Sleep Medicine
American Rhinologic Association
American Medical Association
Iowa Academy of Otolaryngology
Iowa Medical Society

Primary Practice Location:
ENT Medical Services
2615 Northgate Drive
Iowa City, IA 52245
(319) 351-5680

Muscatine Medical Center
(ENT & Allergy Shot Appointments Only)
2104 Cedarwood Drive
Muscatine, IA 52261
(319) 351-5680
entmedicalservices.org

 

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I had an very good experience at Iowa City Ambulatory Surgical Center. Surgery prep was easy and the staff was very helpful. The surgeon and anesthesiologist visited me to describe the procedure. There were no delays, and I was taken to the OR promptly. I was a little anxious because I met a Wolverine nurse there. Admittedly, she seemed nice. Next thing I remember was waking up in recovery where some of the kindest nurses I’ve ever met were attending to me. I recovered quickly with no complications. It’s been over 5 weeks since my successful surgery. I am fully recovered. I had minimal pain and no swelling after surgery. The best thing is that it’s all behind me. My UIHC initial surgery consultation is still more than a month away. That’s a lot of extra suffering I’d have to endure. I am very happy I chose a surgeon who operates at this facility. I wholeheartedly recommend it to others

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