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Dr. Ashley Simela, DO

Orthopedic Spine Surgery* Age 45
Dr. Ashley Simela, DO
4.3 (15 Ratings)
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Dr. Ashley Simela, DO

Orthopedic Spine Surgery* Age 45
Bronx, NY
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16 years of experience
 

Overview

Dr. Ashley Simela, DO works in Bronx, NY as an Orthopedic Spine Surgery Specialist and has 16 years experience.

They are board certified in Orthopedic Surgery and graduated from New York Institute of Technology College of Osteopathic Medicine in 2008. Dr. Simela completed a residency at University Hospital. At present, Dr. Simela has received an average rating of 4.3 from patients and has been reviewed 15 times. They are affiliated with Vassar Brothers Medical Center, NewYork-Presbyterian Westchester and Bronxcare Health System. Their office is not accepting new patients at this time. They accept many private insurances, Medicaid, and Medicare. Dr. Simela also speaks Spanish. Dr. Simela practices at Practice in Bronx, NY and has additional offices in Edgewater, NJ, New York, NY and Brooklyn, NY.

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  • Aetna HMO
    AWH NJ Choice MultiTier - Standard Savings POS II
    AWH NJ Choice MultiTier POS II
    Choice Plus POS II
    Elect Choice (Open Access) EPO
    Managed Choice (Open Access) POS
    Open Choice PPO
    Premier Care Network APCN Choice (OAMC) POS II
    Premier Care Network Plus - Innovation Health
    Select
    Signature Administrators PPO
  • Capital District Physician's Health Plan (CDPHP) HMO
    National EPO
  • HealthyBlue Advantage
  • Cigna PPO
    Open Access Plus
  • Health Insurance Plan of Greater New York (HIP) PPO
  • Empire Blue Cross Blue Shield HMO
    Empire Blue Cross Blue Shield PPO
  • SimplyBlue/Simply Blue Plus PPO
  • ABCD HMO
    Pro Plans EPO
    Pro Plus Plans EPO
    Total Plans EPO
  • BCBS PPO
  • Choice Care PPO
  • MagnaCare PPO
  • Special Needs Plan SNP
  • MultiPlan PPO
    PHCS Network PPO
  • MVP Health Plan EPO
  • Freedom
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  • United Healthcare
  • Worker's Compensation WC

Locations

  1. 1 Bronxcare Health & Wellness Center
    199 Mount Eden Pkwy, Bronx, NY 10457
  2. 2 Ashley Simela
    4 Main St, Edgewater, NJ 07020
  3. 3 City Health
    5000 Broadway Apt 1D, New York, NY 10034
  4. 4 SIO Bronx
    618 Morris Ave, Bronx, NY 10451
  5. 5 Sio
    1801 Broadway, Brooklyn, NY 11207

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4.3
Based on 15 Reviews
5 Stars (11)
4 Stars (2)
3 Stars (0)
2 Stars (0)
1 Star (2)

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About Me

Languages Spoken
Spanish
Languages Spoken
Specialties*
Orthopedic Spine Surgery
Orthopedics
Orthopedic Surgery
Specialties*
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • New York Institute of Technology College of Osteopathic Medicine
    2008
Medical Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • Orthopedic Surgery
Board Certifications
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A board certification represents a provider’s dedication to ongoing training in one or more specialties, including the completion of intensive exams. While not all specialties have board certifications, if your provider does have one they’ve taken the extra step to master their specialty and to keep up with the latest advancements in their field.

Internship

Internship
  • North Shore University
    2009
Internship

Residency

Residency Hospital
  • University Hospital
    2013
Residency Hospital

Fellowship

Fellowship Hospital
  • Cedars-Sinai Medical Center
    2014
Fellowship Hospital

Frequently Asked Questions

Dr. Simela accepts Medicare, Medicaid, Aetna, Capital District Physician's Health Plan (CDPHP) and CareFirst Blue Cross Blue Shield as well as many others.

Yes, Dr. Simela speaks Spanish. See Dr. Simela's profile on MedicalNewsToday for more information.

Dr. Simela has a star rating of 4.3/5 and has been reviewed 15 times.

Dr. Simela is board certified in Orthopedic Surgery.

Dr. Simela has been practicing as an Orthopedic Spine Surgery Specialist for 16 years.

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Hospital Affiliations

  • Vassar Brothers Medical Center
  • NewYork-Presbyterian Westchester
  • Bronxcare Health System

Know Before You Go

Preventive care: what doctors want you to know

Preventive care can help identify current or future health and medical concerns before they become major.

  1. Hepatitis C Screening: Questions for the Doctor

    Everyone ages 18 to 79 needs to get tested for hepatitis C. (USPSTF)

  2. Protect Yourself from Seasonal Flu

    Get the flu vaccine every year to protect yourself and others from the flu. (ACIP)

  3. Talk with Your Doctor About Depression

    Talk with your doctor about how you are feeling if you have been sad, down, or hopeless. (USPSTF)

  4. Get Your Well-Woman Visit Every Year

    See a doctor or nurse for a checkup once a year. (HRSA)

  5. Watch for Warning Signs of Relationship Violence

    If you think your partner might be abusive, talk with your doctor about getting help. (USPSTF)

  6. Get Screened for Cervical Cancer

    Get a Pap test every 3 years. If you get a Pap test and an HPV test, you can get screened every 5 years instead. (USPSTF)

  7. Get Tested for HIV

    Get tested for HIV at least once. You may need to get tested more often depending on your risk. (USPSTF)

  8. Get Your Blood Pressure Checked

    Get your blood pressure checked regularly — at least every 5 years.  (USPSTF)

  9. Drink Alcohol Only in Moderation

    If you are concerned about your drinking, ask your doctor about screening and counseling. (USPSTF)

  10. Get Vaccines to Protect Your Health (Adults Ages 19 to 49 Years)

    Get important adult shots (vaccinations). (ACIP)

  11. Get Enough Folic Acid

    Learn why women your age need folic acid. (USPSTF)

  12. Quit Smoking

    If you smoke, ask your doctor about services to help you quit. (USPSTF)

  13. Talk with Your Doctor About Drug Misuse

    If you’re worried about your drug use, talk with a doctor about getting help. (USPSTF)