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Dr. Lima Redhead is a compassionate, service-driven women’s health professional. She is a practicing OB/GYN at Simmonds, Martin, and Helmbrecht’s newest location in Silver Spring, MD. The youngest of eight children, Dr. Redhead was born and raised in Trinidad and Tobago before coming to the US for university. She obtained her undergraduate degree from Towson University while living in Baltimore. After medical school at Meharry Medical College in Nashville and residency at Cook County Hospital in Chicago, Dr. Redhead spent 14 years working with under-served families in the Chicago suburbs. Having recently returned to Maryland, Dr. Redhead is thrilled to be closer to family while continuing to do the work she loves.
Career Information
Board Certifications
Fellow in American Congress of Obstetrics and Gynecologists, Board Certified by American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology
Undergraduate
Towson University
Medical School
Meharry Medical College - School of Medicine
Residency
Cook County Hospital, Chicago IL
Patient Reviews
Anelle T.
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They were able to squeeze me in and even when I showed up to the Frederick location when I was meant to be in Rockville,...
Jan 3, 2025
Geri K.
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I was there as a new patient. Staff was attentive and friendly. I was seen quickly and Dr took her time. I did not feel...
Nov 5, 2024
Nidia T.
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I recently had my first visit with Dr. Shoemaker, and I was very pleased with her gentle and caring approach. She took the time to...
Nov 2, 2024
Christina G.
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It is refreshing to go for a Doctors visit and feel that one has been listened to, respected, and mindfully cared for, as well as...
Oct 10, 2024
Rachel K.
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Dr. Cara Simmonds is great. She knows a lot about perimenopause, which I’m in right now, and is very caring and knowledgeable in general.
Oct 8, 2024
Miriam H.
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Dr. Redhead has been amazing throughout my whole pregnancy and delivery. I highly recommend this practice because of her.
Sep 5, 2024
Mary K.
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Dr Cara Simmonds listened to all my questions and concerns. She gave me very detailed information about medications, what to expect and scheduled a follow...
Aug 12, 2024
Shelie A.
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IUD removal was painless and so quick! Wonderful staff and very speedy :) She even added a Pap smear. Wonderful and thorough
Aug 9, 2024
Iana S.
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The staff and Dr. Helmbrecht and Dr. Schumacher are very attentive, thoughtful, gentle and thorough.
Aug 5, 2024
Nuen S.
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Easily accessible. Great customer service and professional bedside care
Jul 5, 2024
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