Veterinarian
Dr. Simmons is a Mississippi native, born and raised around Gulfport, MS. He graduated from the University of Southern Mississippi with his BS in Biology and English. After finishing there, he went to Mississippi State University and earned his DVM degree. Following graduation, Dr. Simmons moved to Northern Alabama and worked in a mixed animal practice.
Favorite Part of my Job
During the last 8 years Dr. Simmons has practiced in Salt Lake City as a Critical Care Specialist consulting with clients and general practice veterinarians on complicated, hard to manage, conditions.
Why I chose this profession
Shortly after Dr. Simmons decided to further his training in emergency and critical care and was accepted into the Auburn University’s residency program for small animal emergency and critical care. During his residency at Auburn he also obtained a Master’s degree in Biomedical Science. After completing his residency at Auburn, he remained as a clinical instructor. After finishing at Auburn, he accepted a position at Purdue University as a clinical instructor until coming to Salt Lake City, Utah.
