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Thomas A. Simpson MD, FACS

Otolaryngology

Specialty: Otolaryngology

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 long been a leader in the Iowa medical community.

Dr. Simpson earned his undergraduate degree with honors in psychology from the University of Iowa and later received his medical degree from the University of Iowa College of Medicine. After completing a general surgery internship at Gundersen Clinic and Lutheran Hospital in La Crosse, Wisconsin, he returned to the University of Iowa for residency training in head and neck surgery. He became board certified by the American Board of Otolaryngology in 1996.

In addition to his clinical work, Dr. Simpson has held leadership roles with the Iowa Academy of Otolaryngology and the American Academy of Otolaryngology. He also served 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, laryngology, reflux-related throat disorders, otitis media, hearing loss, vertigo, sleep medicine, allergy, sinus disorders, snoring, thyroid disorders, parathyroid disorders, swallowing disorders

Education and Training:
Undergraduate: University of Iowa, 1984
Medical School: University of Iowa College of Medicine, 1990
Internship: Gundersen Clinic / Lutheran Hospital, La Crosse, Wisconsin
Residency: University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics

Board Certification:
American Board of Otolaryngology

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

Muscatine Medical Center
2109 Cedarwood Drive
Muscatine, IA 52761
(563) 264-1010

Website:
ENT Medical Services

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