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Ro-Kaye A Simmonds

Ro-Kaye A Simmonds, MD

Interventional Cardiology

Accepting New Patients
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Highlights

Age Groups Seen

  • Adult: 18-64
  • Older adult: 65+

Languages

  • English

Gender

Female

About Ro-Kaye A Simmonds

About The Provider

Ro-Kaye Simmonds, MD, is an interventional cardiologist specializing in cardiovascular disease. You can see Dr. Simmonds for heart care related to chest pain, coronary artery disease, heart failure, heart disease prevention and other cardiovascular concerns. She helps you understand your heart health, manage your risk factors and access advanced cardiovascular treatment when needed.

Dr. Simmonds earned a Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS) and a Bachelor of Medical Sciences from the University of the West Indies in Kingston, Jamaica. She completed an internal medicine residency, cardiovascular disease fellowship training and interventional cardiology fellowship training. Dr. Simmonds is a member of the Society for Cardiovascular Angiography and Interventions and the Association of Black Cardiologists.

You can expect Dr. Simmonds to listen carefully, explain your heart condition in clear terms and help you understand your care options. She believes good cardiovascular care starts with trust, education and open communication. Whether you are managing a long-term heart condition, concerned about new symptoms or need specialized interventional cardiology care, Dr. Simmonds works with you to create a care plan that fits your needs and helps you feel informed, supported and involved in your heart health.
 

Locations

  1. Prairie Cardiovascular Consultants - Carbondale
  2. Prairie Cardiovascular Consultants - Marion Specialty Clinic
  3. Prairie Cardiovascular Consultants - Herrin Specialty Clinic

Expertise

Education

  • Fellowship: HCA Florida JFK Hospital, Interventional Cardiology, 2026
  • Fellowship: University of Illinois College of Medicine, Cardiovascular Disease , 2025
  • Residency: Hackensack University Medical Center, Internal Medicine, 2022
  • Medical Education: University of The West Indies School of Clinical Medicine and Research, MD, 2014