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Rachel G. Simpson
( out of 454 reviews )

Rachel G. Simpson, MD

Languages spoken: English

Clinical Locations

  • Dr. Simpson specializes in the medical and surgical treatment of glaucoma—including the newest micro-invasive techniques such as iStent, GATT and Xen Gel Stent—as well as cataracts and advanced anterior segment surgeries.

    Get to know Dr. Simpson by watching her profile video.

    Dr. Simpson also serves as the Moran Eye Center's vice-chair of education.

    Patient Rating

    4.9 /5
    ( out of 454 reviews )

    The patient rating score is an average of all responses on our patient experience survey. The rating averages scores for all questions about care from our providers.

    The scale on which responses are measured is 1 to 5 with 5 being the best score.

    Patient Comments

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    Patients are de-identified for confidentiality and patient privacy.

    August 25, 2023
    MORAN EYE CENTER

    Dr Simpson has been very good to listen and address our questions. She is willing to spend time with us to help us understand. We feel that she has our best interest. She is willing to work with our schedule to been seen as needed.

    August 24, 2023
    MORAN EYE CENTER

    I have a case of congenital glaucoma that hasn't required treatment since I was a child so it was devastating that at 53 my pressures went up again. She didn't lie to me about the prognosis of it, but was also made me feel a little better about being able to control the pressures so I don't lose any more of what little sight I have in my eye. She is the greatest!!!

    August 23, 2023
    MORAN EYE CENTER

    During this visit, she was able to give me some insights into how the medication I am taking for my eyes, may be related to symptoms my primary care doctor is treating.

    August 18, 2023
    MORAN EYE CENTER

    Dr.Simpson is very professional and has great interpersonal skills. She explained what she was examining in my eye and explained what she saw. She explained next steps. Very caring too!

    August 18, 2023
    MORAN EYE CENTER

    She was great.... the surgery coordinator ignored me and did not make sure the doctor called me (she offered this)....

    August 18, 2023
    MORAN EYE CENTER

    She showed that she cared and wanted to get my problem corrected ASAP

    August 18, 2023
    MORAN EYE CENTER

    She is smart and helpful

    August 17, 2023
    MORAN EYE CENTER

    Dr. Simpson is amazing every time I see her. I couldnt be happier with the care I receive!!!

    August 17, 2023
    MORAN EYE CENTER

    She always answers my questions and explains her findings thoroughly. Delightful!

  • Dr. Simpson specializes in the medical and surgical treatment of glaucoma—including the newest micro-invasive techniques such as iStent, GATT and Xen Gel Stent—as well as cataracts and advanced anterior segment surgeries.

    Get to know Dr. Simpson by watching her profile video.

    Dr. Simpson also serves as the Moran Eye Center's vice-chair of education.

    Board Certification and Academic Information

    Academic Departments Ophthalmology & Visual Sciences -Primary

    Education history

    Fellowship Glaucoma - University of Utah, Moran Eye Center Fellow
    Ophthalmology - University of California, Davis Resident
    Internship Internal Medicine - Banner University Hospital, The University of Arizona, Phoenix Intern
    Medicine - University of Arizona College of Medicine M.D.
    Graduate Training Biology - Arizona State University Postbaccalaureate Studies
    Political Science - Arizona State University B.S.

    Selected Publications

    Journal Article

    1. Ayesha A, Wallace RT, Mai AP, Simpson RG, Chaya CJ (2023). Iris atrophy after administration of Dexycu: Additional evidence and possible mechanism for a rare complication. Am J Ophthalmol Case Rep, 30, 101806. (Read full article)
    2. Burton E, Jebaraj A, Eddington D, Brintz BJ, Simpson RG, Pettey JH (2022). Gender Representation Among Presenters in Ophthalmology Subspecialties in 2019: A Retrospective Review. Am J Ophthalmol, 242, 18-25. (Read full article)

    Letter

    1. Levin AM, Chaya CJ, Simpson RG (2020). The burden of required preoperative history/physicals on veterans undergoing cataract surgery. [Letter to the editor]. J Cataract Refract Surg, 46(6), 918. (Read full article)