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Albert Simmonds, MD is a board-certified obstetrician gynecologist with more than 35 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Tulane University School of Medicine and completed his residency at Georgetown University Medical Center. Dr. Simmonds has extensive experience with pregnancy care, including specialized care for high-risk pregnancies, gynecologic conditions such as uterine fibroids, abnormal bleeding and urinary tract infections, and birth control counseling and long-term birth control such as IUDs.
Career Information
Board Certifications
American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology
Undergraduate
Yale University
Medical School
Tulane School of Medicine
Residency
Georgetown University Medical Center
Patient Reviews
Jade K.
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I’ve been really happy with this practices Frederick office for my first pregnancy. The midwives have all been really great and knowledgeable, they don’t rush...
Jan 16, 2025
Janelle S.
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SMH has taken good care of me and my babies over the years. As long as you are flexible about who you see, and follow...
Jan 15, 2025
Diane J.
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Dr Helmbrecht is exceptional, thorough, personable, and attentive, and I have been a patient of hers for about 20years.
Jan 13, 2025
Meg M.
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I went in for a yearly and was seen right away, with no waiting time. Dr. Judy is always warm, kind, and incredibly knowledgeable. She...
Jan 10, 2025
Jennifer T.
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I’m currently 7 weeks postpartum and this was my first experience with SMH. From the first appt to my aftercare appts everyone has been really...
Jan 7, 2025
Marissol M.
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Good experience
Jan 7, 2025
Candance Y.
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All of the staff was welcoming and caring. Dr. Hall was very professional, treating our family with care from the start of the appointment until...
Jan 3, 2025
Kim W.
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Very nice staff and don’t have you waiting long
Dec 24, 2024
Molly R.
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I have seen Dr. Ibe 3 times at the Frederick office and he is fantastic. He is friendly, knowledgeable, patient, understanding, integrative, trauma informed, and...
Nov 26, 2024
Margaret P.
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I was very happy with the service I received. Dr.Helmbrecht was professional and informative.
Nov 24, 2024
Victoria S.
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I can't say enough good things about Albert and Cara Simmonds! I see Cara Simmonds for my yearly visit, and she referred me to Albert...
Jan 16, 2025
Melissa S.
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Great visit. On time, kind staff, amazing bed side manner. Very knowledgeable, answered all of my questions. Highly recommend.
Jan 14, 2025
Leo R.
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This is a wonderful practice. From the minute you enter the waiting room you are treated with respect and the staff is very friendly. Dr....
Jan 7, 2025
Michelle D.
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Dr Hall is an awesome provider!
Dec 24, 2024
Sarah S.
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Dr. Helmbrecht is the best. Highly recommend this practice. I have been with them for over 20 years. They are excellent at all phases of...
Nov 30, 2024
Maria N.
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Great experience. Quick and easy check in check out. Professional staff and doctors. came here looking for help working through menopause. Heard great things. So...
Nov 26, 2024
Heather C.
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Great practice, I am so happy my doctor listens!
Nov 25, 2024
Jennifer M.
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Best doctors ever, always great service and very professional ❤️❤️
Nov 19, 2024
Maryann H.
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Very efficient and professional.
Nov 17, 2024
Sage J.
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Very pleasant staff. Quick check in and you don’t wait long after you’ve checked in to see your doctor.
Nov 14, 2024
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
