Simmons is a native of Valdosta, Georgia, and a respected health care leader with more than 15 years of experience in radiologic technology. She currently serves as a radiology supervisor at Emory Winship Cancer Institute, where she oversees diagnostic imaging operations and supports clinical collaboration across departments. Simmons holds a Master of Public Health from South University and a Bachelor of Science in Radiologic Sciences from Armstrong Atlantic State University. Known for her calm, people-centered leadership, she is passionate about developing emerging technologists and improving patient care through excellence, empathy and continuous learning.