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James D Simantirakis, DO

James D Simantirakis, DO

Critical Care Medicine, Family Medicine
Franciscan Physician Network
Languages Spoken
English

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Franciscan Physician Network Crown Point Health Center

12800 Mississippi Parkway
Suite B201
Crown Point, IN 46307

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7:30am - 5:00pm
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Franciscan Health Crown Point

12750 Saint Francis Drive
Crown Point, IN 46307

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24 Joliet Street
Dyer, IN 46311

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Franciscan Health Munster

701 Superior Avenue
Munster, IN 46321

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About Me

Education

Medical School:
Midwestern University College of Health Sciences

Internship:
Franciscan Health Olympia Fields/ Midwestern U Family Medicine Residency Program Closed 11/01/2021

Residency:
Franciscan Health Olympia Fields/ Midwestern U Family Medicine Residency Program Closed 11/01/2021

Board Certifications

American Osteopathic Board of Family Medicine and OMT

Insurances Accepted

  • Aetna
  • Anthem
  • Anthem HIP
  • Anthem Medicaid
  • BCBS IL
  • CareSource
  • Cigna Health Plans
  • Cofinity
  • Community Health Alliance
  • Corvel
  • Department of Labor
  • Devoted Health
  • Franciscan PHO Northern Indiana, LLC.
  • Healthcare Finest Network
  • Humana
  • Humana Medicaid
  • Lutheran Preferred
  • Managed Health Services
  • Managed Health Services MarketPlace
  • Medicaid IN
  • Medicare IN
  • Medicare Rail Road
  • MultiPlan/PHCS
  • Preferred Network Access
  • Sagamore
  • SIHO
  • Tricare/Humana Military
  • United Health Care
  • United Health Care Medicaid
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Provider Ratings

4.8 out of 5

(384 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.

193 Reviews

11/25/2025

He is very, very thorough and he listens to his patients

11/24/2025

nice doctor

11/19/2025

not easy to get appointments

11/17/2025

Kind and caring!!!

11/13/2025

He listens

11/12/2025

Extremely well 👍

11/11/2025

He really listened to what we had to say and didn’t push medication .

11/08/2025

I have already recommended him to several friends who are now his patients.

11/05/2025

I have and they are very happy with Dr. Simantirakis.

11/03/2025

Very personable takes time and you don't seem rushed at an appointment. If any questions I had, he answered in detail.

10/31/2025

Doctor Simantirakis is very professional and kind and listens to the patient. Asks questions and is very knowledgeable in his diagnosis and treatment. Excellent personal interaction.

10/30/2025

Although he is always pleasant and attentive it’s getting more difficult to make appts with him and there seems to be a communications gap between him and the the support personnel.

10/28/2025

He is warm person and listens well

10/27/2025

I really like this guy. He listens to me. And i can ramble on sometimes. He responds within the context of our conversation. Shows compassion and not just "medical talk".

10/17/2025

Easy to work with.

10/14/2025

He actually listens to what I have to say.

10/13/2025

I Have been seeing him for several years.

10/13/2025

Explains his diagnosis and listens to your symptoms.

10/09/2025

He is thorough and cares about you and your issues.

10/07/2025

He goes above and beyond to find out what your health issues are.

10/01/2025

Thorough, caring and direct.

09/30/2025

Just like the way the doctor very concerned about the patient

09/29/2025

Dr. Simantirakis listened patiently, and provided me with the care I needed to address my injury, as well as ordering tests and prescriptions regarding my visit.

09/26/2025

Caring

09/22/2025

He is knowledgeable and on top of his field.

09/21/2025

Very compassionate to an older person and the time To explain in terms I can understand.

09/17/2025

I have had min for years and I am satisfied with his personality, interaction and attentiveness.

09/17/2025

He's the best, very professional, leaves no stones unturned until he resolves the problem

09/16/2025

Doctor was very kind knowledgeable

09/15/2025

He seems to listen and not overly rush me when I’m trying to talk.

09/11/2025

Dr. Simantirakis is very friendly and takes his time with you to answer any questions you might have. He is always update with all prescriptions and any tests that you are to have. He keeps you on top of everything. He has been my husband, daughter and my Dr. for several years now.

09/10/2025

Always listens to what I am saying

09/10/2025

great doctor

09/06/2025

Dr. Simantarakis is the best. I have sent many friends to him.

09/04/2025

Good doctor.

09/04/2025

He's the best

09/03/2025

Dr Simantirakis is attentive and patient with me. He listens to my questions and concerns and then offers options to pursue.

09/03/2025

He listens to patient concerns. Works through to reach best solutions and/or advice.

09/02/2025

He's a Great Person,so far He's listen's to what I,have to say,I'm Lucky to have as my Doctor.

08/28/2025

Good service

08/27/2025

He explained choices i have and recommended blood test and urine specimen.I did that and by the next morning an mri was ordered to check my liver.

08/26/2025

Seems like a good doc. No resistance for referral requests after good discussion.

08/26/2025

Nice doctor

08/26/2025

Exceptional provider who takes the time to listen and provide answers.

08/19/2025

He goes out of his way to help his patient

08/18/2025

He seems educated and compassionate.

08/18/2025

He is an amazing individual. I have had the pleasure of seeing him along with my whole family. We cannot say enough great things about him. So caring and a great listener.

08/15/2025

I have use him for over 20 years.

08/14/2025

Competent and caring

08/14/2025

Very pleased with the doctor, he ask questions and shows that he cares.

08/14/2025

Good family physician

08/12/2025

He is caring, friendly, and informative. He listens to all my concerns and we talk about them.

08/11/2025

Very nice

08/09/2025

Great Doctor!! Very knowledgeable and sincere!!

08/08/2025

Friendly and respectful

08/07/2025

He is an excellent listener. He is engaged. Dr. Simantirakis genuinely cares about best outcomes for his patients.

08/06/2025

The Doctor I saw fully met my expectations for how I was to be treated vis a vis quality visits I have had in the past.

08/05/2025

I already did up above

07/30/2025

Very profe

07/26/2025

Friendly, professional. Only prescribes meds when absolutely needed. Leaves no stone unturned.

07/25/2025

A pro.

07/24/2025

He is a real honest down to earth person. Salt of the earth kink of guy.

07/23/2025

I think he is great. Easy to talk to. Kind.

07/21/2025

Personable, answers questions well.

07/21/2025

Both, pleasant and professional. Attentive and thoughtful.

07/17/2025

Took time to ask a lot of questions at this initial appointment and listened to my concerns

07/17/2025

Just looked at my calendar last night and saw I had appointment with Dr.Sims this morning at 7:30 am. Just remember that scheduling Department called me months ago to schedule My Wellness yearly appointment. Got there this morning and Dr. sims told me it was too early for Wellness check. Insurance would not pay for it. Had to reschedule for August 28 Have been seeing Dr. sims for many years. Have not had any problems with appointments or scheduling ???

07/15/2025

I believe he was thorough and tried to address condition to the best of his knowledge. Will follow up on suggested evaluations from this visit.

07/14/2025

He is ver understanding and thorough

07/14/2025

He is smart & listens to me. His tx. Is based on closely listening to what I have to input. He explains his orders & tx's to me every time.

07/11/2025

He's the best Doctor a person could ask for

07/10/2025

Friendly and really listens

07/10/2025

Caring and fast service.

07/08/2025

I have gone to Dr. S. For a number of years and trust his judgment.

07/08/2025

Dr Simantirakis cares about his patients! He’s a physician with good heart , smart , professional and knowledgeable! He’s the best !

07/07/2025

Very nice and good doctor!

07/03/2025

Listens to his patients .

06/24/2025

He has ben my doctor for years and now sees my wife and kids.

06/24/2025

He takes the time to listen to what u say ..and makes sure we understand what is said before we leave ..

06/23/2025

He is always so very receptive to my communication. He also knows his stuff. Have used him for many years and I know I will get the best care and advice from him.

06/23/2025

I like him a lot. He cares about his patients and he is very thorough. He doesn’t try to rush through the appointment. I have referred him to many people.

06/22/2025

Dr. Simantirakis is very thorough and very friendly. He is a great physician.

06/19/2025

Already did and those 2 people have become new patients with him

06/18/2025

Quality of care.

06/17/2025

He is an excellent doctor.

06/16/2025

He took his time with you and he listened with what you had to say.

06/10/2025

Dr. Simantirakis cares about the overall well-being of his patients, and offers suggestions and ideas to keep me healthy in the future.

06/10/2025

Dr Simantirakis listens to me and explains things well. Always current on my health and always makes sure any medications he gives me are capable with the medication im on. Very good Doctor and I trust him.

06/10/2025

Great Dr.

06/09/2025

Doctor was very friendly and through with his questions and examination.

06/07/2025

Very kind and attentive. Listens to concerns and takes time to answer any questions. Visits do not seem rushed.

06/06/2025

He seemed interested in the symptoms I shared and listened to what I was saying. Didn’t feel rushed or dismissed because of my age.

06/03/2025

Excellent communication and compassionate care.

05/28/2025

Feel comfortable with the doctor

05/27/2025

The Doctor took time to listen to me, and suggested several health options. He made me feel comfortable and I never felt rushed.

05/19/2025

Enjoyed his caring personality making room to see me at the last minute. Attentive to my symptoms And UTI issues. Thank you!!!

05/16/2025

He listens. He talks and shares his knowledge. And he never makes me feel rushed.

05/16/2025

Very straight forward and approachable, talks in simple and easy to understand language.

05/14/2025

I,can tel Dr.James is a very caring Doctor and I, look forward to being his patient.

05/14/2025

Ease of making appointments. Listens well and he never rushes me during my visits.

05/13/2025

Pays close attention and knows history when he enters the room.

05/13/2025

I expect the dr to be up tp date on my chart. He knows i am going through multiple health issues and it is exhausting for me to keep repeating myself about them. If he walks in with knowing what I have been through since the last I saw him it is easier on me. I don't get answers on a lot of my questions. He is the one who refers me so he should know who I am seeing. If I go to some one he doesn't know about I tell him right away.

05/08/2025

Dr Sim is so caring kind and compassionate!

05/06/2025

He listens and is not condescending.

05/05/2025

Dr Simantirakis is very nice and he listens and takes care of you.

05/05/2025

He has been my Dr for over 30 yrs l have no problems with him

05/05/2025

Based on my confidence in my primary care doctor.

05/02/2025

I have recommended my doctor.

05/01/2025

He spends time listening

04/30/2025

he’s the first doctor i’ve ever had take out a pad and pen when speaking to me. asked me about in depth past history and my parents. also some things just to get to know his patient, which i really, really appreciate. he’s a calming individual and seems to be open minded and wants to know more, more, more. major props to him and his staff, anywhere he goes, i will follow have definitely found my doctor. thank you so much.

04/29/2025

He listens

04/28/2025

He is a great Doctor.

04/27/2025

Listens to you.

04/24/2025

He went over everything pertaining to this visit and was very positive about my health.

04/21/2025

Has been our doctor for many years and has always been great

04/19/2025

He’s the best! Have been going to him for 15 years! Always has time to listen to me and my concerns

04/16/2025

Love him

04/16/2025

Dr Sim is very personable

04/15/2025

Easy to work with, concerned.

04/15/2025

He is a warm and friendly Doctor

04/14/2025

Took care of me for the last 23 years.

04/12/2025

Dr. Sim was much like my doctor in California, a good communicator and listener.

04/12/2025

Besides being very handsome, he was kind, caring.

04/08/2025

He was very through in the examination. He explained what he was saying and doing.

04/07/2025

He listens, gives helpful advice. Has a good plan for me.

04/07/2025

I liked him

04/06/2025

He is thorough.

04/05/2025

He takes his time listening to the patient and takes time to answer our specific questions or concerns.

04/05/2025

Great knowledge

04/03/2025

Dr. Simantirakis is a top notch professional who is extremely caring in his approach to his patients. I trust his judgment implicitly and feel very fortunate to have him as my PCP. He always takes the time to listen to my concerns and to fully explain his thinking related to his diagnosis and treatment recommendations.

04/03/2025

He is compassionate and knowledgeable.

04/01/2025

Because of the staff and doctor,and let’s not forget get the nurses. Now I have my son seeing him!

03/25/2025

On first meeting him we felt very comfortable. He asked incisive questions in a comforting way, and was especially thorough. He spent time getting to know us.

03/25/2025

I would definitely recommend him. He has more than once saved me from a medical catastrophe. He is a very knowledgeable doctor.

03/25/2025

Efficient friendly listens and asks good questions

03/24/2025

He was thorough and professional.

03/19/2025

Good doctor he explains things i can understand.

03/18/2025

Listens and encourages me

03/17/2025

Since I rarely see him, I defer to a neutral score rating. I have no issues with him.

03/14/2025

Doctor is attentive and thorough. Comes across as kind and capable.

03/11/2025

He shows concern with his patients. At least he does with us. We take his advice and recommendations seriously.

03/07/2025

Squeezed me in and acting on my symptoms right away. Took his time to ask questions and listen.

03/07/2025

friendly and attentive

03/03/2025

He listened and gave ways to help me!

03/01/2025

Dr. Simantirakis is an exceptionally competent physician whom I trust, expect for his original advice on the Covid 19 vaccination.

02/26/2025

Dr. Simantirakis is an excellent physician!!! He goes above and beyond making sure when your not feeling well he will do whatever is needed to be done to find out what is making you not feeling well. My wife was really sick a few years ago and he was the only doctor that was able to figure out what was wrong and it only took about three days.

02/20/2025

I love my Dr

02/20/2025

He is great,very professional

02/19/2025

Caring and considerate staff and doctor.

02/17/2025

He is very easy to talk to and a great listener too.

02/14/2025

Pays attention to my concerns

02/14/2025

20 yrs. of experience.

02/14/2025

Great Doc !

02/13/2025

He's a great Doctor

02/11/2025

I like Dr Sim

02/06/2025

Very helpful and informative

02/06/2025

Dr. Simantirakis is very attentive and takes his time with me

02/06/2025

The doctor listens and asks questions. Just what you expect. Very pleased

02/04/2025

Good doctor

02/03/2025

Thorough and a nice doctor.

02/02/2025

Dr. S. is easy to talk to.

01/31/2025

I've never had an actual primary care Dr. before. He let me communicate with him in a way that I felt comfortable during a very vulnerable time.

01/31/2025

Friendly n knows his stuff

01/29/2025

Dr. Simantirakis is a caring service provider. He patiently listens to my questions and offers useful advice.

01/29/2025

Very friendly, asked questions and listened.

01/28/2025

He will listen to you.

01/28/2025

He’s wonderful.

01/27/2025

Keeps me up to date with my health.

01/24/2025

I felt he was very thorough.

01/24/2025

Just the way I feel

01/23/2025

Dr Simantirakis saved my life! I was so messed up when I first visited him

01/20/2025

Very nice gentleman.

01/20/2025

Pleasant, personable, and thorough.

01/19/2025

Took the time to listen and address and my labs.

01/18/2025

For my first visit he appeared to listen and suggest follow-up testing that sounds reasonable.

01/17/2025

Able to talk to him and ask questions.

01/17/2025

I love my Dr.

01/13/2025

listened and took notes and was succinct in his questions and responses

01/09/2025

Very good doctor that I have been seeing for about 6.5 years. His recommendations have helped with weight loss and my general health.

01/08/2025

Dr. SIMANTIRAKIS is always very knowledgeable, helpful, and takes the time to talk with me regarding my concerns.

01/07/2025

Dr. Sim listens to me and we work together on my care. I have had great results from Dr. Sim.

01/05/2025

Good follow up. Responds to messages.

01/04/2025

He truly listens and discusses options. He is non judgemental and does not rush his patients.

01/04/2025

Wife sees him too

01/03/2025

He listens to every word and asks the right questions

01/03/2025

I really like Dr. Simantirakis. Very nice , caring and informative.

01/02/2025

Consistently friendly, engaging, sharp, prepared to discuss issues. Not arrogant or intimidating. Keeps good records. Has an excellent memory. Responsive to referral requests. Orders tests proactively. Very supportive not a contrarian. Could not wish for a better PCP.

12/26/2024

He listens, and is professional.

12/20/2024

He made room to see me the same day I needed help. He took care of the problem I was having.

12/17/2024

Dr is excellent but obviously overbooked

12/16/2024

Always there to help you & talks to you in ways you understand.

12/09/2024

Dr. Simantirakis provides excellent care and advice. He listens to my questions and gives helpful answers.

12/05/2024

Personable and answer all my questions
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