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Khara Simpson

Khara Simpson, MD

Gynecology

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Johns Hopkins Affiliations:
  • Johns Hopkins School of Medicine Faculty

Languages

  • English

14 Insurances Accepted

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Gender

Female

About Khara Simpson

Professional Titles

  • Vice Chair Quality and Safety, Johns Hopkins Hospital
  • Associate Fellowship Director, AAGL Fellowship in Minimally Invasive Gynecologic Surgery

Primary Academic Title

Assistant Professor of Gynecology and Obstetrics

Background

Khara M. Simpson, M.D., is an assistant professor in the Johns Hopkins Department of Gynecology and Obstetrics. Prior to joining Johns Hopkins, she was an instructor in obstetrics and gynecology at Columbia University Medical Center. Dr. Simpson’s areas of clinical expertise include minimally invasive gynecologic surgery for conditions ranging from endometriosis to fibroids to ovarian cysts.

Dr. Simpson earned her undergraduate degree in biology from Hampton University. She earned her M.D. from Howard University College of Medicine and completed her medical residency at the Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine. She completed a fellowship in minimally invasive gynecology at New York-Presbyterian/Columbia University Medical Center.

Dr. Simpson’s research interests include robotic and single-site surgical innovations. She is a member of the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists and the American Association of Gynecologic Laparoscopists.

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Locations

  1. Johns Hopkins Health Care & Surgery Center - Green Spring Station, Lutherville
    • 10753 Falls Road, Pavilion II Suite 245, Lutherville, MD 21093

    Expertise

    Education

    New York-Presbyterian Columbia

    Fellowship, Minimally Invasive Surgery, 2016

    Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine

    Residency, Gynecology and Obstetrics, 2013

    Howard University College of Medicine

    Medical Education, MD, 2009

    Board Certifications

    Obstetrics and Gynecology

    American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology, 2021

    Insurance

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    • Aetna
    • CareFirst
    • Cigna
    • First Health
    • Geisinger Health Plan
    • HealthSmart/Accel
    • Humana
    • Johns Hopkins Health Plans
    • MultiPlan
    • Pennsylvania's Preferred Health Networks (PPHN)
    • Point Comfort Underwriters
    • Private Healthcare Systems (PHCS)
    • UnitedHealthcare
    • Veteran Affairs Community Care Network (Optum-VACCN)

    Ratings & Reviews

    4.8 out of 5

    31 ratings, 11 reviews

    The Patient Rating score is an average of all responses to physician related questions on the national CG-CAHPS Medical Practice patient experience survey through Press Ganey. Responses are measured on a scale of 1 to 5, with 5 being the best score. Comments are also gathered from our CG-CAHPS Medical Practice Survey through Press Ganey and displayed in their entirety. Patients are de-identified for confidentiality and patient privacy.

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    Average provider Overall Rating by Patient rating 4.9 out of 5 stars
    Provider Listened Carefully
    Average provider Provider Listened Carefully rating 4.8 out of 5 stars
    Provider Explained Things Clearly
    Average provider Provider Explained Things Clearly rating 4.8 out of 5 stars
    Provider Knew Medical History
    Average provider Provider Knew Medical History rating 4.7 out of 5 stars
    Provider Showed Respect
    Average provider Provider Showed Respect rating 4.9 out of 5 stars
    Provider Spent Enough Time
    Average provider Provider Spent Enough Time rating 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 12/18/2024

      Excellent!

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 11/13/2024

      This is the best doctor I have met so far. She's kind.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 11/6/2024

      Very caring Problem solverComforting

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 11/6/2024

      Dr. Simpson is absolutley amazing. She was very caring and compassionate. She took the time to answer my questions, explained all my options and explained my radiology images so I could have a better understanding. She had such a lovely and positive demeanor that made me feel very comfortable with having her as my provider.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 9/4/2024

      Dr. Simpson is an amazing clinician and surgeon. She performed my total laproscopic [ ] on August [ ] and this visit was the 2-week postop appointment. She is so smart, so professional and extremely personable and relatable. She gives you that warm and fuzzy that you're in good hands.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 8/14/2024

      She's wonderful and makes sure you fully understand everything down to the tiniest it can be before leaving.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 7/31/2024

      Dr Simpson was wonderful to work with. She and her team identified the problem and did what was necessary to remedy the issue. I wish I had come sooner.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 5/8/2024

      Dr. Simpson was amazing and clearly read my medical history before, this being my very first visit with her. The recommendations she gave were well explained and I felt like she listened and heard my concerns.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 4/15/2024

      Dr. Simpson is patient, kind, and answers all of my questions. She treats me with respect and practices in a trauma-informed way that I appreciate.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 3/13/2024

      Dr. Khara Simpson was absolutely phenomenal. She was extremely knowledgeable and very patient with my questions. She showed excellent bedside compassion to me.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 3/13/2024

      Dr.Simpson was absolutely fantastic!!