Dr. Terry L. Simpson MD., FACS
Surgeon
9377 East Bell Road Suite 207 Scottsdale Arizona, 85260About
Terry L. Simpson, MD, FACS, works at the Affiliated Surgical Associates located in Phoenix, Arizona. Dr. Simpson's current area of research, as a Bariatric Surgeon, involves satiety and stomach hormones, as well as their implication with various forms of surgery and diets. Dr. Simpson is very active in his field of medicine, educating the world on making healthy changes to their lives. He does this by being a Clinical Professor with the University of Arizona, being a Medical Resident on daytime television, his involvement in blogs, to name a few. Dr. Simpson is deeply involved in Alaska Native affairs, being a native of the state; he currently sits on the board of the Alaska Native Regional Medical Center, and South Central Foundation, a primary care center, where he advocates for better health care for all Alaska Natives. Dr. Simpson has written many books and papers on his field of study, as well. His hard work and dedication has reflected a successful career thus far in his 20 years of experience.
Education and Training
University of Chicago
Univ of Chicago, Pritzker Sch of Med, Chicago Il 1986
University of Chicago Division of the Biological Sciences The Pritzker School of Medicine 1986
Board Certification
American Board of Surgery
SurgeryAmerican Board of SurgeryABS
Provider Details
Areas of expertise and specialization
Faculty Titles & Positions
- Local, Regional, National, and International Public Speaking -
- On Daytime Television as a Medical Resident on a Show, is Part of Many Blogs -
- Clinical Assistant Professor at the University of Arizona -
Treatments
- Diabetes
- Obesity
- Sleep Apnea
- Hiatal Hernia
- Acid Reflux
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Pain
- Hernia
- Obstructive Sleep Apnea (osa)
Internships
- Virginia Mason Medical Center
Professional Society Memberships
- American Society for Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery
Articles and Publications
- Has been Published
What do you attribute your success to?
Hard Work and Dedication. He is an Alaskin Native, and his Father was the First Alaskin Native to Become a Doctor.
Hobbies / Sports
- Running After 2 Year Old Son
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