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Rachel G. Simpson
( out of 454 reviews )

Rachel G. Simpson, MD

Languages spoken: English

Clinical Locations

Midvalley Health Center

Murray
801-581-2955
  • 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.

    October 31, 2024
    MORAN EYE CENTER

    Extremely intelligent, knowledgeable, and efficient.

    October 30, 2024
    MORAN EYE CENTER

    She is very professional yet very friendly and helpful.

    October 29, 2024
    MORAN EYE CENTER

    Dr. Simpson is the ultimate skilled, professional eye care provider. I have total confidence that I'm receiving the best diagnosis and treatment plan.

    October 29, 2024
    MORAN EYE CENTER

    Brilliant, incisive, and engaging care. Awesome doctor!

    October 18, 2024
    MORAN EYE CENTER

    Dr Simpson is always courtesy, respectful, and professional. She knows the best way to treat and asks and listens to any concerns.

    October 18, 2024
    MORAN EYE CENTER

    I have absolute confidence in Dr. Simpson as an ophthalmologist, am glad she is my doctor and recommend her without reservation.

    October 17, 2024
    MORAN EYE CENTER

    Kind, professional, thorough. Entire staff were caring.

    October 17, 2024
    MORAN EYE CENTER

    Dr Simpson is great! I really like her.

    October 17, 2024
    MORAN EYE CENTER

    Very good care and very professional in all aspects of my care. Very glad I found her.

  • 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
    Residency Ophthalmology - University of California, Davis Resident
    Internship Internal Medicine - Banner University Hospital, The University of Arizona, Phoenix Intern
    Professional Medical Medicine - University of Arizona College of Medicine M.D.
    Graduate Training Biology - Arizona State University Postbaccalaureate Studies
    Undergraduate 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)
    3. Cabrera MT, Christopher KL, Collins ME, Ing E, Sun G, Pettey JH, Simon SS, Sridhar J, Soohoo JR, Simpson RG, Ding L, Pineles SL (2021). Utilizing a Professionalism Mentor to Address Sexual Harassment in Academic Ophthalmology. J Acad Ophthalmol (2017), 13(1), e11-e18. (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)