Steven M. Simons, M.D., F.A.C.P., F.C.C.P.
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Professional Summary
Steven M. Simons, M.D., F.A.C.P., F.C.C.P. is a pulmonary and critical care medicine expert specializing in internal medicine and quality improvement. With a career encompassing leadership roles in medical affairs, quality assurance, and clinical education, he brings a comprehensive framework to his litigation work. His work centers on investigating pulmonary disease causation, assessing compliance with medical standards, and evaluating whether deviations in critical care practices occurred.
Dr. Simons has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across California, involving cases related to lung disease, pulmonary embolism, and critical care management. His M.D. in medicine from Wayne State University, along with certifications such as Diplomate, American Board of Internal Medicine, and Diplomate, American Board of Quality Assurance and Utilization Review Physicians, reinforce his ability to deliver objective, defensible analyses. He is regularly engaged by both plaintiff and defense counsel to provide clear, independent determinations of causation in disputes involving pulmonary conditions and critical care practices.
Work Experience
Cedars-Sinai Health System — Medical Director, Medical Affairs | 1997–Present Cedars-Sinai Health System — Chair, Medication Safety | 2008–Present Medical Board of California — Expert Reviewer | 2004–Present Archives of Internal Medicine — Peer Reviewer | 2004–Present Center for Health Dispute Resolution — Case Reviewer | 2004–Present Cedars-Sinai Health System — Interim Medical Director, Saperstein Critical Care Tower | 2005–2006 Cedars-Sinai Health System — Chair, Critical Care Committee | 2000–2006 Cedars-Sinai Medical Center — Chief of Staff | 1996–1997 Cedars-Sinai Medical Center — Chairman, Medical Executive Committee | 1996–1997 Cedars-Sinai Medical Center — Vice Chief of Staff | 1995–1996 Cedars-Sinai Health System — Executive Committee, Board of Directors | 1995–2002 Cedars-Sinai Health System — Board of Directors | 1995–2002 Cedars-Sinai Medical Center — Medical Director, Quality Improvement | 1993–Present Cedars-Sinai Medical Center — Chief, Department of Medicine | 1993–1995 Cedars-Sinai Medical Center — Vice-Chairman, Quality Assurance Committee | 1991–1992 Cedars-Sinai Medical Center — Chairman, Appointments, Reappointments, Peer Review and Proctoring | 1990–1992 California Industrial Medicine Associates — Medical Director | 1988–1991 Cedars-Sinai Medical Center — Chairman, Peer Review Committee | 1987–1990 Los Angeles County Medical Association — Committee on Sports Medicine | 1987–1991 Orthopaedic Hospital — Medical Director, Inshape Program | 1984–1987 Orthopaedic Hospital — Director, Critical Care Unit | 1984–2006 Cedars-Sinai Medical Center — Chief, Pulmonary Division | 1983–1986 Orthopaedic Hospital — Director, Pulmonary Division | 1983–2006 California Hospital Medical Center — Director, Pulmonary Division | 1981–2008 Cedars-Sinai Medical Center — Director, Pulmonary Inpatient Service | 1979–1980
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Best Descriptor
Dr. Steven M. Simons is a specialist in pulmonary medicine, focusing on lung diseases and critical care.
Best Use Cases
- 1Expert testimony in lung disease cases
- 2Peer review for pulmonary medicine publications
- 3Quality improvement in healthcare settings
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M.D.
Wayne State University · 1975
B.S. in Psychology, Biology
Wayne State University · 1971
Licenses
- Medical License (CA)
- Medical License (NY)