Patient Testimonials

Had a great first meeting with Dr. Simms. I found her to be highly intelligent and compassionate, with deep medical knowledge and keen analytical skills. She gathered thorough information both in the application process and in an hour-long visit, where she typed copious notes, asked smart questions, and listened well. She also ordered very specific Continue Reading

How do you review someone that has literally saved your life (in multiple ways)? In 2014, I found Dr. Simms for many reasons: recurring eczema and in general, not feeling my best at 40. I also believe in natural healing and firmly believe that most issues are related. When we first sat down, it was Continue Reading

I decided to see Dr. Simms because of vague issues that were not improving, such as feeling tired, low energy, sinus and cough issues. I was prompted to see Dr. Simms because nutritional medicine has always been helpful for me and felt I needed to look further than conventional medicine for the symptoms I was Continue Reading

was suffering from joint pain, lethargic, GERD symptoms, and hot flashes. Not feeling well with no energy. I saw a post that Dr. Simms was going to be at the Kankakee Natural Food Store and was curious as to how she could help me. So I made an appointment to see her. After being saliva Continue Reading

I came to Dr. Simms after doing extensive research into my general gastrointestinal distress. I hadn't gotten anywhere after years of pursuing the traditional channels. So I read everything I could find on getting to the root of the issue and finding solutions. I then looked for practitioners in the area and all roads led Continue Reading

Prior to seeing Dr. Simms, I was experiencing fatigue, restless leg syndrome, and extreme blood sugar level fluctuations. I became a patient at the Wellness Center after hearing a lecture on general health and well being. I was introduced to Dr. Simms to have a nutritional evaluation and further studies. The experience of having lab Continue Reading

My overall health was good ( blood pressure, cholesterol, etc..), but I was feeling run down, exhausted after 8 hours of sleep, and slightly "off." I was also gaining weight with no real explanation for the weight gain since it was summer time, I was very active, and had pretty good eating habits. I decided Continue Reading

Before I found Dr. Simms I was desperate, not sure I could hold down my job. My mothers and friends advice prompted my first visit. I am 110% happy, amazing turn around. I was shocked how much better I felt and everyone noticed a huge difference in me after only a few weeks. I know Continue Reading

I was diagnosed with diabetes approximately a year and a half prior to visiting Dr. Simms. I eventually learned to manage diabetes without oral medications or insulin. It was very difficult to find someone within the medical community to turn to for help during the process. I was at a point where I needed help Continue Reading

I was very tired, bloated and depressed about my physical problems. I wanted to go to someone who would treat me with as much natural methods as possible without the side effects of drugs, surgery complications, etc. It is much better, Dr. Simms made several life-changing recommendations for me and I am happy to say Continue Reading

I have struggled with bladder infection s since age 3 (I'm now 56), but they recently had become a chronic problem, requiring weekly trips to the doctor for antibiotics. I was also experiencing crumbling fingernails and acne. I was a mess! Because I know it is not healthy to take antibiotics often, and that seemed Continue Reading

Hello Doctor! I've completely turned things around in my life and am feeling a million times better. I've quit smoking, started eating plant-based and lots of KALE juice and even started hiking mountains. I had to focus on taking better care of my adrenals; and it worked, THANKS.

At the end of 2009, my health started deteriorating gradually to the point of not being able to do simple tasks like dish washing and taking a shower without crashing afterwards. I felt tired for no reason, I had trouble getting up in the morning, even when I went to bed at a reasonable hour, Continue Reading

Prior to my visit with Dr. Simms, I was experiencing fatigue and hormone problems. I sought her expertise to balance my hormones naturally. Since working with her, I have felt more energy and feel my hormones are improving. Dr. Simms has won my complete trust in sending me to a specialist when the problem was Continue Reading

I first visited Dr. Simms in 2016 for perimenopause issues and again in 2017 for menopause issues.  Dr. Simms takes an extremely thorough health history and really spends time listening and asking all the right questions.  She develops a specialized treatment plan that always delivers great results.  I have always been a firm believer in Continue Reading

The state of my health prior to finding Dr. Simms was poor. My blood work verified that I definitely needed to address my weight and cholesterol. I had back pain, was considered clinically obese, tired, and sluggish and depressed about my health with very little motivation to do yet another "diet." I made a decision Continue Reading

I was pretty sluggish and not getting any better. I was self-prescribing based on some limited tests I received and I was seeing limited improvement. I have been seeing acupuncturists for years with some success, but the herbs they gave me did little or nothing (or even had negative effects). I realized I needed some Continue Reading

Type II diabetes with fasting blood sugar measurement in the 250 area. Primary doctor wanted me to go on metformin and I did not want to go on this drug. I wanted to treat this issue naturally. Fasting blood sugar measurement is now between 96 to 112. This is due to the combination of natural Continue Reading