Virna Lisa Simmons
Virna Lisa Simmons

Virna Lisa Simmons, MD

Family Medicine - Primary Care, Family Medicine

4.7 - 917 Ratings

Emory at Mountain Park - Primary Care Suite 104

4120 Five Forks Trickum Road Southwest, Ste 104, Lilburn, GA 30047
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About

Virna Simmons, MD earned her Bachelors of Science degree in Biology from Loyola Marymount University. After completing her undergraduate studies, she became an elementary school teacher. Eager to pursue a career in medicine, which offered the perfect blend of teaching and science, she earned her medical degree from Morehouse School of Medicine. After completing her residency in Family Medicine at Atlanta Medical Center, she worked in community health. She has over ten years of experience in treating and educating patients on a wide array of illnesses. For her work in community health, she was awarded by the National Health Service Corps. She enjoys volunteering at local community health fairs in underserved communities and educating individuals on health and wellness.

Languages

  • English

Emory Affiliation

  • Emory Healthcare Network
  • Emory Physician Group Practice

Year Started Practicing

  • 2008

Locations

Emory at Mountain Park - Primary Care Suite 104

4120 Five Forks Trickum Road Southwest
Ste 104
Lilburn, GA 30047

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Ratings & Reviews

4.7 out of 5 overall rating 917 ratings

The Patient Satisfaction Rating is an average of all responses to the care provider related questions shown below from our survey. Patients that are treated in outpatient or hospital environments may receive different surveys, and the volume of responses will vary by question.

4.8 Provider showed concern
4.8 Provider explained things clearly
4.7 Provider discussed treatment options
4.8 Provider included you in decisions
4.7 Likelihood of recommending this provider
5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2026-04-24

Dr. Simmons is very knowledgeable and conveys concerns.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2026-04-24

Dr Simmons was friendly,professional and explained everything she was examining.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2026-04-21

The doctor(s) took time to listen with my concern and help me understand my health condition which I appreciated very much.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2026-04-03

Excellent Physician

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2026-04-03

Dr Simmons was very thorough and explained every step. She gave me good recommendations to specialist and was very charming.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2026-03-31

I highly recommend Dr. Simmons. She's always professional, thorough, and consistent in her care.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2026-03-30

Good

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2026-03-21

Everyone was very busy but handle very well.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2026-03-18

Definitely a keeper, 100%

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2026-03-13

I do recommend her to friends.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2026-03-12

I received not very good; but excellent care from my provider and yes I would recommend her to family and friends.,

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2026-03-08

I've been coming to this office for over 20 yrs. It's convenient and everyone is so helpful.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2026-03-04

Very good experience.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2026-02-26

Our family of 4 all go her!! Can't say enough great things about Dr. Simmons.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2026-02-18

Dr Simmons was very professional

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2026-02-12

I really appreciate this providers attention shown during my visit.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2026-02-06

Dr. Simmons is always wonderful. I adore her!

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2026-01-31

Excellent visit

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2026-01-28

Dr.Simmons is a rare gem in the medical field. She asked open ended questions. She dug deep in questioning to make sure she had all the facts

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2026-01-27

Dr. Simmons was welcoming to me, and she answered all questions that I had. She listened and accepted my comments and feedback. She offered expertise in each area of concern I had.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2026-01-23

I highly recommend Emory at Mountain Park to all my friends.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2026-01-17

It was a good experience. I felt heard and cared for.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2026-01-15

I absolutely love Dr. Simmons. The care I've received from this clinic has always been timely and if not for their early detection of my Prostate Cancer, I would not be completing this survey.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2026-01-04

I felt very taken care of

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2026-01-01

Very good should be changed to excellent very knowledgeable about past visit about health problems and new one during discussion

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2026-01-01

Awesome!

4 out of 5 Reviewed on 2026-01-01

Good experience

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-12-16

Excellent care and concern

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-12-16

Well provided

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-12-12

Dr Simmons explained the medication and side effects to me in very clear terms. And how I should take each medication.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-12-10

Excellent care team!

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-12-06

Dr. Simmons is a very caring doctor. Always takes time to listen and very easy to talk to. I highly recommend her as a physician!

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-12-05

Dr Simmons was very attentive and a very good listener

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-12-05

Caring, attentive, professional and thorough.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-12-05

My Doctor And Staff gives great care

1 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-12-02

She tries to rush out...and I did not have a good mood to see her after waiting over an hour...this is the worse physican check up which the office should not charge. I DO NOT think that I was at the doctor's office for physical check up. It was so fast...rushed....can not remember anything.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-11-21

After thorough communication, I left feeling I was taken care of very well.Future visits will get easier,& more comfortable.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-11-18

Very nice

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-11-15

Doctor is excellent

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-11-13

Dr. Simmons is wonderful!

1 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-11-04

The virtual appointment was scheduled for 9:30 and the doctor came online at 9:55! Was not prepared to discuss the full reason for my visit and never even followed through on getting a prior authorization for medication. Am not able to communicate with the office my portal messages are ignored and you cannot contact anyone via phone. Worthless staff and unprofessional doctor.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-11-04

Very happy with doctor and the time she takes to inform me of situation

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-10-29

Awesome service. My care provider was caring and listened. I felt heard and not rushed.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-10-29

Dr. Simmons listened to my concerns, made eye contact and answered all of my questions in layman terms so I could understand.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-10-29

Dr. Simmons always provides the best care and resources when it comes to any concerns I have.

2 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-10-26

My appt. Was at 10:39 am. I got there at 10:20. I waited until 12:00 to be seen The doctor mostly spent the time typing in the computer and missed addressing some of my concerns. When I wanted to ask other concerns she stated she had to see other patients and could not stay longer with me. Even though I had waited such a long time to be seen. I do not want to go to this doctor again.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-10-24

EXCELLENT AND CARING INDIVIDUALS.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-10-22

Dr. Simmons is always so kind and a great listener too.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-10-22

Appreciate Dr.Simmons advice and familiarity with what I needed

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-10-22

Dr. Simmons is the best. She is very concerned with all aspects of your health and makes suggestions that are based on my health conditions and concerns. You dont feel rushed or hurried when you talk with her.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-10-21

My doctor was very detailed. I am so glad I found her.!!

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-10-21

I am not having good luck with my health right now BUT Dr. Simmons has been very patient with me and trying to figure out what is going on!!!!!

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-10-20

I refer Dr Simmons all the time

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-10-15

My primary care doctor is very good at explaining everything to me and listening to my concerns. I feel as though she cares abt my well being.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-10-05

Wonderful!

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-10-04

Dr. Simmons Is very thorough in her time with you. She provides several options with Care in the upmost respect to personal well-being.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-10-03

Dr. Simmons is always concerned about her patients.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-09-23

Dr Simmons is great. She is very knowledgeable about all issues.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-09-20

I've referred numerous patients to her.

2 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-09-16

I had under 5 minutes with the doctor

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-09-15

Good

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-09-12

No problems encountered with the doctor.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-09-11

Dr Simmons is the best doctor for me

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-09-11

Excellent service

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-09-11

Dr. Simmons is a dedicated professional and has always provided excellent care.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-09-03

I am so blessed to have Virna Simmons to be my doctor. She listens to me and cares about my health so much. What a treat to have a doctor to know me and my husband. We both love her. She takes time for me and looks at the whole picture to try to help me out!!!

4 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-09-03

The provider is very thorough in her taking of the patient medical history.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-08-30

Really good experience!

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-08-22

Wonderfu

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-08-22

Great

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-08-21

Dr. Simmons takes time to discuss issues, and is always helpful and caring.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-08-21

Dr. Simmons is a good listener. She seems genuinely concerned for my health.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-08-18

I rate Dr. Simmons a perfect 10. I went to Dr. John Mercereau for 20 years until he retired, and I rate Dr. Simmons right there with him. She won't miss a thing. I totally trust her. She has the best bedside manner and is so kind and patient.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-08-14

Dr. Simmons spent a lot of time with me and got back immediately when my blood work came in.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-07-26

Love Dr. Simmons!

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-07-24

Excellent Dr. Simmons!

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-07-24

Great appointment

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-07-22

All excellent services

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-07-19

Everything was great

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-07-19

Dr. Simmons is wonderful to work with. Very caring and professional and she listens to your concerns better than any previous primary care provider I've worked with. I look forward to my visits and am impressed by the thorough report I'm handed when I leave.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-07-19

I appreciate Dr. Simmons taking time to speak with me directly. She showed she cared about my health.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-07-17

Beyond excellent. Best ever!!!

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-07-17

Dr Virna Simmons is the best

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-07-16

I would & have recommended patients to Dr. Simmons. She is great.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-07-15

Very good

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-07-10

I have already recommenced Dr Simmons to other people

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-07-05

Dr. Simmons is a great listener and always goes I to detail over everything.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-07-02

Great the Dr and assistant

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-06-30

Dr. Simmons is highly responsive to her patients.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-06-27

Dr. Simmons took time to explain and answer all questions I had.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-06-24

Dr. Simmons has been my PCP for 8 years, before she came to Emory. I followed her to Emory because she's one of the best doctors (PCP) I've had. She listens to you, she genuinely is concerned about your health. And she comes up with the best solution that will fit your concerns. She includes you in the decision as well. Dr Simmons is very thorough.

4 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-06-18

Good

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-06-11

Good care

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-06-05

Great doctor and staff

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-05-29

Still waiting on response to message I sent regarding lab results?

4 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-05-29

Warm and welcoming

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-05-20

I am grateful to have met Dr. Simmons. She has made me aware of health issues that had been occurring for sometime prior to my meeting her. She has taken the initiative to take a closer look at my results.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-05-17

Dr. Simmons had a med student working with her that day and her name was Isabella. She was very thorough and did a great job!! Dr. Simmons is always friendly and wants to deliver excellent care!!

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-04-27

She was patient, kind, knowledgeable and thorough.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-04-27

I have already sent a few friends to Dr. Simmons's practice. She is very nice and not in a rush.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-04-23

Always a great experience. From the front office staff and doctors

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-04-19

Dr. Simmons is a superb doctor. Always asking me questions about my health and wellbeing. She's almost like having my mom around very caring and always reminding me about things that I need to do even after I've put them off for months at a time I love Dr. Simmons

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-04-16

Very attractive and ask many questions to understand my concerns

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-04-15

Dr Simmons always spends the time needed with me and addresses all my concerns and questions. She is great!

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-04-15

Dr. Simmons is very caring and she makes you feel like she's listening and concerned. Which is why I continue to return.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-03-27

Very satisfied

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-03-26

She is kind and patient.She has great bedside manner.She shows a lot of emotion and love.Love her.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-03-22

Professional, caring, concerned

4 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-03-13

Still waiting to hear back from Dr to discuss results. She and I talked about possibly taking me off blood pressure pills. This was discussed with her during my annual physical.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-03-12

Everything was Great

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-03-12

Dr Simmons was great she listened and had suggestions on how to help.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-03-10

Love Dr. Simmons!! Truly.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-03-10

Love Dr Simmons

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-03-05

I love Dr Simmons

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-02-27

Dr Simmons is always amazing!

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-02-22

I will recommend everyone to enjoy , visit this amazing place to all my friends and family members. They are respectful to all shades of society. Wonderful service. God bless to them

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-02-21

I had and always have a great experience with Dr. Simmons. She cares about her patients.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-02-21

Dr. Simmons is an excellent GP. She is patient, listens carefully, talks through the diagnoses with me, and recommends options. I always feel confident about my health care after seeing her. She is by far the best GP I've ever experienced.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-02-20

Dr. Simmons is wonderful. Along with my regular health appointment she has gone beyond the call of duty since I had a fall. I recall one video call where she spent forty minutes with my husband and me. She has recommended a variety of tests and appointments to evaluate and provide more information on my health.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-02-15

Dr. Simmons really listens to you. She asks questions and let's you talk. She does not rush you. She gives you options. I think she is the most caring and wonderful doctor. She is very calm and assuring. I would recommend her to anyone.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-02-14

Dr. Simmons was a great listener and answered all my questions and concerns.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-02-14

Received informed information concerning the health questions I had.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-02-13

Good

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-02-11

Dr. Simmons gave very good advice.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-02-06

I've been at this practice for many years .

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-02-05

Very professional

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-02-02

Dr. Simmons is thorough in her to toe assessment and has reviewed your past notes and labs to make recommendations for a overall POC

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-01-30

Excellent

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-01-24

Everything was great

4 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-01-23

It all has to do with the emails and how long it takes to getting an answer back since we can NOT talk to the dr. Office directly when it comes to medicines and allergic reactions to them.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-01-22

Professional and courteous

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-01-22

Super

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-01-18

Dr. Simmons was amazing. She took a great deal of time with me and recommended a course of action.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-01-15

Virna Simmons is the right doctor for me. She asked the right questions and provided answers to mine with ease.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-01-07

Great experience!

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-01-01

Dr. Simmons is great, very calm and through.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-01-01

I am very grateful for Dr. Simmons! She's an excellent provider!

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-12-31

Dr is great front desk is just ok. Check out was good.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-12-31

I've recommend 2 people

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-12-23

Dr. Simmons has been great in listening to my concerns!

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-12-18

Dr Simmons is great. She always listens and provide accurate and attentive care

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-12-17

Very engaging, responsive and informative

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-12-13

Dr. Simmons listened and gave good advice!

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-12-07

I felt Dr. Simmons took a lot of time with me and made sure that all of my questions and concerns were addressed!

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-12-06

Everything was very good.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-12-06

Dr. Simmons is excellent!

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-12-04

Very good

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-11-26

Dr.Virna is very friendly and knows how to listen

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-11-21

My doctor Is knowledgeable. Friendly and professional. Very thorough as well. I trust her advice

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-11-21

I had a wonderful experience. The Dr. Asked for my input and gave me options for my concerns.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-11-15

Everyone is so caring I love them

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-11-12

Dr Simmons iseems very caring and knowledgeable. It was our first meeting.She asked about all of my issues and examined me briefly I am very pleased but did not have the intention of changing doctors.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-11-09

Excellent

4 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-10-30

Care provider was on point

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-10-30

I will surely recommend

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-10-30

Dr. Simmons is great, she listens to you. I never feel like she is rushing to finish with my visit. I would recommend her to anyone needing a physcian.

4 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-10-25

I had a very good experience with Dr Simmons

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-10-18

They showed concern, gave me great information and recommendations to take care of my health.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-10-16

Good

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-10-03

Dr. Simmons is amazing! She really does care! She is very knowledgeable and understanding!

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-09-29

Dr Simmons is a very caring professional and compassionate doctor. She's very patient and she actually listens to her patients and does everything she can to help resolve the issue or concern. She is amazing I would recommend family, friends and strangers to see her. I thank God that I found her when I was searching for a PCP.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-09-25

Dr. Simmons is not only wonderful to me but wonderful to our entire family! She listens, and more importantly than that.. She cares!!

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-09-21

I appreciate the entire staff and Dr. Simmons very much

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-09-18

Dr. Simmons is always caring and takes time to listen and explain my concerns about my care. Always trying to find different ways to help my situation.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-09-17

Dr. Simmons is amazing, and I tell the same thing to family & friends. Her calm, caring demeanor is what you want in a doctor & I believe she sincerely cares about her patients. She's thorough, and you never feel rushed or inferior like sometimes happens with others.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-09-10

Dr. Simmons and staff were very friendly. Dr. Simmons was great from beginning to end discussing my problem that I was unaware of.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-09-05

My first visit with the Doctor and she made me feel heard and seen.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-08-31

Dr Simmons is a wonderful doctor I am very lucky to have found her and have the honor of being her patient.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-08-29

Not bad

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-08-29

She was very informative, listened well, felt absolutely that my medical concerns were being addressed

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-08-28

Dr. Simmons is very professional, caring, and listens very well. I have confidence in her knowledge and abilities.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-08-28

DrSimmons is caring and listened to my concerns.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-08-15

Dr. Simmons addresses all your problems. My daughter went with me and she spoke to both of us about my care

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-08-15

Was concerned about if I had diabetes. They did the test and I the results came straight to my chart while I was waiting. I referred my sister, husband and two of my sons to dr. Simmons and they all love her

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-08-11

Dr. Simmons is awesome! What a caring and patient physician. She really listens to you and asks good questions.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-08-10

Excellent physician care

4 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-08-09

Good

2 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-08-06

She was trying to hurry going fast. RE asking questions I have already told herThere for yr physical.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-07-30

Good overall experience.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-07-18

Completely satisfied!

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-07-17

Very accommodating; kept me in-the-loop

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-07-14

Dr. Simmons is thorough and on point

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-07-09

Dr. Simmons was very professional and informative. She carefully went over my medical history and asked questions. She was awesome!

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-06-21

I am very happy with Dr. Simmons after 12 hours of seeing her and taking the medication she prescribed I feel so much better.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-06-21

This was my first visit with Dr. Simmons, and she listened to my concerns and patiently addressed them. I have been looking for a new primary care doctor since Dr. Cranman retired over 2 years ago. I am happy with Dr. Simmons care.

Credentials

Education

  • Residency: Atlanta Medical Center, Family Medicine, 2008
  • Medical Education: Morehouse College, MD, 2005

Board Certifications

  • Family Medicine, American Board of Family Medicine, 2008