Name: Dr. Ryan C. Simmons, MD

Specialty: Otolaryngology (ENT)

Qualification/Board Certification: MD – University of Mississippi School of Medicine; Internship in Transitional Year – University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) College of Medicine (1999–2000); Residency in Otolaryngology – Head and Neck Surgery – UAMS College of Medicine (2000–2004)

Affiliation(s): North Mississippi Medical Center-Tupelo; Gilmore Memorial Hospital; North Mississippi Ambulatory Surgery Center; Ear, Nose & Throat Physicians of North Mississippi, P.A.

Locations (City/State): Tupelo, Mississippi

Languages Spoken: English

Accepting New Patients: Yes

NPI Number: 1548271448

About the Doctor

Dr. Ryan C. Simmons is a board-certified otolaryngologist (ENT) and head and neck surgeon with more than 20 years of clinical experience, practicing in Tupelo, Mississippi. He earned his medical degree from the University of Mississippi School of Medicine and completed his training at the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) College of Medicine, beginning with a transitional year internship (1999–2000) and followed by a residency in Otolaryngology – Head and Neck Surgery (2000–2004). He holds an active Mississippi State Medical License valid through 2026.

Dr. Simmons practices at Ear, Nose & Throat Physicians of North Mississippi, P.A., one of the region’s premier ENT group practices, and is affiliated with North Mississippi Medical Center-Tupelo, Gilmore Memorial Hospital in Amory, and North Mississippi Ambulatory Surgery Center. He holds two subspecialties in Head & Neck Plastic Surgery and Otolaryngic Allergy, reflecting a broad and advanced scope of ENT practice. With a perfect 5/5 patient experience rating and six prestigious patient awards including Patients’ Top Choice, Listens Attentively, and Great Bedside Manner, Dr. Simmons is one of the most highly regarded ENT specialists in northern Mississippi. He is currently accepting new patients and accepts Medicare along with all major commercial insurance plans.

Key highlights of Dr. Simmons’s practice:

• Perfect 5/5 patient experience rating from verified reviews
• Over 20 years of ENT and head and neck surgery experience
• Dual subspecialties in Head & Neck Plastic Surgery and Otolaryngic Allergy
• Six patient experience awards including Patients’ Top Choice and Great Bedside Manner
• High treatment volume in hearing loss, endoscopic sinus surgery, sinusitis, and nasal allergies
• Affiliated with three healthcare facilities including a top-rated ambulatory surgery center
• Accepts Medicare and all major commercial insurance plans

Education & Training

• Medical School – University of Mississippi School of Medicine, Doctor of Medicine (MD)
• Internship – Transitional Year, University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) College of Medicine (1999–2000)
• Residency – Otolaryngology – Head and Neck Surgery, UAMS College of Medicine (2000–2004)
• Fellowship/Additional Training – Not listed

Medical Conditions Treated

• Hearing loss and hearing impairment
• Acute and chronic sinusitis
• Chronic nasal allergies and allergic rhinitis
• Sleep apnea and snoring disorders
• Tonsillitis and adenoid disorders
• Nasal polyps and nasal obstruction
• Deviated nasal septum
• Ear infections (otitis media and otitis externa)
• Tinnitus (ringing in the ears)
• Head and neck tumors and growths
• Thyroid and parathyroid disorders
• Voice and swallowing disorders (dysphonia, dysphagia)
• Vertigo and balance disorders
• Facial nerve disorders

Medical Procedures Performed

• Endoscopic sinus surgery (FESS)
• Tonsillectomy and adenoidectomy
• Septoplasty and turbinate reduction
• Hearing evaluation and audiological testing
• Ear tube placement (tympanostomy)
• Allergy testing and immunotherapy
• Head and neck mass excision and biopsy
• Thyroid and parathyroid surgery
• Nasal polyp removal
• Balloon sinuplasty
• Sleep apnea evaluation and surgical management
• Laryngoscopy and voice disorder treatment
• Facial plastic and reconstructive surgery
• Cochlear implant evaluation and referral

Services Offered

Dr. Simmons’s practice at Ear, Nose & Throat Physicians of North Mississippi, P.A. provides comprehensive ENT and head and neck surgical care to patients across the Tupelo region and surrounding communities. His practice covers the full spectrum of otolaryngological services, from routine ear, nose, and throat evaluations to complex head and neck surgical procedures, all delivered with the attentive, patient-centered approach that has earned him some of the highest satisfaction scores in the area.

Medical ENT care forms a core part of Dr. Simmons’s practice, where he evaluates and manages a broad range of conditions including hearing loss, chronic sinusitis, nasal allergies, tonsil disorders, and ear infections. His subspecialty training in otolaryngic allergy enables him to offer comprehensive allergy diagnosis and immunotherapy services within an ENT setting, providing patients with a one-stop solution for allergy-related head and neck conditions. Patients consistently praise his ability to answer questions thoroughly and the quality time he spends during appointments, ensuring they feel informed and supported throughout their care.

Surgical services are a major component of Dr. Simmons’s practice, with particularly high procedural volumes in endoscopic sinus surgery and hearing-related interventions. His subspecialty in head and neck plastic surgery further extends his capabilities to include facial reconstructive procedures and the surgical management of head and neck tumors. His access to three affiliated facilities, including the North Mississippi Ambulatory Surgery Center, recognized for excellence in outpatient surgical care, allows him to deliver surgical services in the setting most appropriate to each patient’s needs.

Summary of services offered:

• New patient ENT consultations and comprehensive head and neck evaluations
• Hearing loss assessment and audiological workup
• Chronic sinusitis diagnosis and endoscopic sinus surgery
• Nasal allergy testing and immunotherapy (allergy shots)
• Tonsil and adenoid evaluation and surgical removal
• Ear infection diagnosis and ear tube placement
• Sleep apnea evaluation and surgical management
• Head and neck tumor evaluation, biopsy, and surgical removal
• Thyroid and parathyroid surgical care
• Facial plastic and reconstructive surgery
• Voice and swallowing disorder evaluation and treatment
• Vertigo and balance disorder management
• Postoperative ENT care and long-term follow-up

Accepted Insurance Plans

Please contact the office directly to confirm your specific plan is accepted.

Practice Locations

Location 1 – Primary Practice Practice Name: Ear, Nose & Throat Physicians of North Mississippi, P.A.

Address: 618 Pegram Dr, Tupelo, MS 38801

Phone: (662) 844-7540

Practice NPI: 1861507311

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