Dr. Robert Simms

Professor

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Biography

Robert W. Simms, MD, is an Emeritus Professor of Rheumatology at Boston University (BU) Chobanian & Avedisian School of Medicine. He has a prestigious career focusing on the complexities of scleroderma, particularly in clinical outcome measures and clinical trials. Dr. Simms has been a principal investigator (PI) on multiple multicenter trials, partnering with other experts in the field such as Dr. Lafyatis for clinical translational studies and Dr. Farber for initiatives concerning pulmonary hypertension. His research has been instrumental in exploring therapies like rituximab for systemic sclerosis and high-dose immunosuppressive therapy for severe cases. His proficiency in the field has led to significant contributions, including NIH-funded projects and studies evaluating the efficacy and safety of novel treatments for scleroderma.

Research Interests

Experience

Emeritus Professor

— Present

Boston University Chobanian & Avedisian School of Medicine • Boston, MA

Leading research and education in the field of rheumatology with a focus on scleroderma.

Requirements for Boston University

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.88
TOEFL
Total
Required:100
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution
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  • Two letters of recommendation
  • Resume
  • LSAT or GRE scores
  • Transcripts through LSAC
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