Dr. Richard Summa, MD | Bridgeton, MO | Pulmonologist

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Dr. Richard Summa is a pulmonologist and internal medicine specialist who brings over four decades of medical expertise to his practice. He earned his medical degree from St. Louis University School of Medicine and completed his residency at the United States Naval Medical Center. Dr. Summa is fluent in both English and Spanish, allowing him to serve diverse patient communities.

Dr. Summa practices at SSM Health DePaul Hospital in Bridgeton, Missouri. He specializes in treating respiratory conditions such as asthma and bronchitis, helping patients breathe easier and manage their lung health. His internal medicine background enables him to provide comprehensive care for a wide range of health concerns. Patients consistently rate Dr. Summa highly for his care, giving him an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

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accepting new patients
4.7

17 Ratings
44 years of experience
25 insurance plans accepted
speaks English, Spanish
United States Naval Medical Center
8 written reviews
3 specialties
9 areas of expertise
2 board certifications
1 hospital affiliation
1 office location
Male

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Excellent care-giver

December 13th, 2017

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Superb! I feel more comfortable with Dr. Summa than any other physician I've seen in 50+ years.

August 26th, 2014

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I'm surprised there are not more reviews on this physician. He 100% great. I have never met a patient or staff member that didn't think he was the best ever. He takes his time, listens, ask questions and provides excellent follow-up. He even personally answered an email I sent via the MyChart system. SSM is lucky to have him.

February 5th, 2014

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My husband was seen by Dr. Summa several years ago when he was in the ICU for 17 days. If it had not been for his conscientious care and thoroughness my husband would not be alive today.I saaw him for a pulmonary problem -- he was very thorough and caring. He found out the problem when other doctors could not. As far as I am concerned, he's the best.

December 27th, 2011

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I came to Dr Summa with a medical condition that had not been diagnosed, Dr Summa is analytical and took action in helping discover what had been happening to me over the past 18 months. After some test and his professionalism he diagnosed my problem and I am being treated. This all happened because Dr Summa listened to me, took time with me asked me questions and took notes on all of my answers regardless how trivial they were, putting all of these things together has put me on the road to recovery. I recommend Dr Summa and trust him as a professional. Dr Summa is a very caring, down to earth doctor.

June 13th, 2010

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My mother has been seeing Dr. Summa for 2 years now and we have seen tremendous improvement in her condition. Dr. Summa is patient and has honest concern about his patients. The staff has worked with me when getting prescriptions filled and samples when needed. I'm thankful he is one of my mothers physician.

January 6th, 2010

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Dr. Summa is wonderful, caring, kind, efficient, knowledgeable, compassionate and thorough. I found him to be one of the best doctors I've ever seen.

October 24th, 2009

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Dr. Richard Summa is, by far, the most caring, compassionate and charismatic doctor that I know. His staff adores him as do all of his patients I've met. I once overheard a conversation between a couple of ladies, one telling the other how wonderful her husband's doctor was. She didn't mention his name, hospital or his specialty but I knew that she couldn't have been describing any other doctor. I asked anyway, and I was right. I have, since then, met other of his patients and they all feel as I do about him. He is one of a kind.

August 23rd, 2008

Dr. Richard Summa

12255 De Paul Dr Ste 500Bridgeton, MO 63044

Tel: (314) 209-5180

Mon8:30 am - 4:30 pm

Tue8:30 am - 4:30 pm

Wed8:30 am - 4:30 pm

Thu8:30 am - 4:30 pm

Fri8:30 am - 4:30 pm

SatClosed

SunClosed


Dr. Richard Summa, MD	Dr. Brett David Wolff, MD	Dr. Caline Mattar, MD	Dr. Charbel Chafic Khoury, MD
Pulmonology	Anesthesiology	Infectious Disease	Nephrology
Accepts New Patients			Accepts New Patients
4.7 (17 Ratings)	5 (6 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)
44 Years of Experience	41 Years of Experience	16 Years of Experience	18 Years of Experience
Virtual Visit Available	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English, Spanish
Bridgeton , MO	Saint Louis , MO	Saint Louis , MO	Saint Louis , MO
Med School: St Louis University School Of Medicine	Med School: Indiana University School Of Medicine	Med School: American University Of Beirut Faculty Of Medicine	Med School: AMERICAN UNIVERSITY OF BEIRUT
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MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Missouri, 2026, Expired

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

United States Naval Medical Center

Medical School

St Louis University School Of MedicineGraduated in 1982

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What languages does Dr. Richard Summa speak?: Dr. Richard Summa speaks English and Spanish.
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Where is Dr. Richard Summa's office located?: Dr. Richard Summa's office is located at 12255 De Paul Dr Ste 500, Bridgeton, MO, 63044.
Which hospitals is Dr. Richard Summa affiliated with?: Dr. Richard Summa is affiliated with Ssm Health Depaul Hospital.

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