Background & Education
Dr. Donald L. Simi has been practicing orthodontics in Norwood since 1987. A native of Dorchester, Massachusetts, Dr. Simi is a graduate of Boston Latin School. He received his Bachelor of Arts in Natural Science from the University of Pennsylvania and earned both his D.M.D. and Certificate in Advanced Graduate Study in Orthodontics from the Boston University Goldman School of Dental Medicine.
Upon graduation from dental school, Dr. Simi received the International College of Dentists award for outstanding achievement. Also upon graduation, he was inducted into the national dental honor society, Omicron Kappa Upsilon.
Board Certification, Credentials and Memberships
In 2001, Dr. Simi completed his credentialing to become a Diplomate of the American Board of Orthodontics by presenting cases he treated to the American Board of Orthodontics. The Board asked Dr. Simi to display one of his cases at the American Association of Orthodontists meeting that year in Toronto, Canada. He met the standards for recertification as a Diplomate in 2016.
Dr. Simi stays progressive in his field by attending many hours of continuing education each year. He is a member of several professional organizations including the American Association of Orthodontists, the Northeast Society of Orthodontists, the College of Diplomates of the American Board of Orthodontics, the Massachusetts Association of Orthodontists, the American Dental Association and the Massachusetts Dental Society.
Outside the Office
Dr. Simi is married and has one daughter. He enjoys practicing orthodontics, spending time with his family, golfing and running. He has completed several marathons, including the 2007 Boston Marathon.