As a critical care specialist in Jefferson Hills, Dr. William Sims cares for patients that are in critical condition, typically in a hospital setting.
Yes, Dr. William R. Sims is accepting new patients at this office.
(412) 469-3630
1200 Brooks Lane, Suite 130, Jefferson Hills, PA 15025-3749
Dr. William Sims graduated from West Virginia University School of Medicine in 1983.
Dr. Sims has two offices in Pennsylvania where he specializes in Critical Care Medicine, Internal Medicine and Pulmonology.
Dr. Sims works with six doctors including Dr. Mohammad Syed and Dr. Jan Madison.
Critical care specialists like Dr. Sims provide life-saving care for patients in critical condition. Patients are usually cared for in within intensive care units (ICUs), and may receive life and organ support. Dr. Sims may also work to stabilize patients and perform time-sensitive, potentially life-saving procedures.
The specialty of internal medicine is an area of primary care for adults. Dr. Sims specializes in diagnosing and treating cross-system illnesses that may affect multiple organ systems. When necessary, Dr. Sims can also refer patients to specialist physicians when medically needed. As an example, patients with severe liver problems could be referred to a hepatologist for additional medical tests or treatments.
Pulmonologists are specialized physicians who diagnose and treat diseases and disorders of the respiratory tract. As a respiratory specialist, Dr. Sims may diagnose and treat pulmonary disorders such as asthma, pulmonary fibrosis, lung cancer, lung disease, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), emphysema and bronchitis, among a host of others.
Please Note: The information displayed below is sourced from the 2014 Medicare Physician and Other Supplier National Provider Identifier (NPI) Aggregate Report. It's important to remember that the statistics below are not inclusive of all patients treated by Dr. Sims, but only those who participate in Medicare.