Summary

Dr. Robert Cummings treats arthralgia, arm fractures, and osteoarthritis, and performs physical therapy, strength training, and manual therapy. He has practiced orthopedic surgery and surgery for 36 years and is affiliated with Canton Potsdam Hospital.

Dr. Cummings earned his medical degree from Tufts University and completed a residency at Allegheny General Hospital and a fellowship at the University of Utah Sports Medicine Fellowship in 1998. He sees patients in Hood River, Oregon. Patients on Vitals rate Dr. Cummings 4.94 out of 5.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.9
  • 36 years of experience
  • 30 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • University of Utah Sports Medicine Fellowship
  • 161 written reviews
  • 1 award
  • 3 specialties
  • 17 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Had a good bedside manner
  • Spent time with me

Awards

  • Vitals Preferred Provider

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Office Location

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Robert Sumner Cummings JR., MDDr. James Nathaniel Stoller, MDDr. Joseph Santo SacamanoDr. Herman Douglas Hering
Orthopedic SurgerySurgerySurgerySurgery
Accepts New Patients
4.9 
36 Years of Experience 63 Years of Experience 64 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English Speaks English Speaks English
Hood River , ORThe Dalles , ORThe Dalles , ORHood River , OR
Med School: Tufts University Med School: University of Missouri at Columbia Med School: Oregon Health & Science University
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Robert Sumner Cummings

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • Aetna PROV Employee POS
  • Age Right (Marquis Advantage)
  • BCBS Federal
  • Champ VA
  • Cigna Open Access Plus
  • First Choice Health Network
  • Medicaid OR Plus Open Card
  • Medicare A&B
  • Moda Connexus Network
  • Providence ElderPlace PACE
  • Providence Health Plan
  • Providence Health Plan Medicaid
  • Regence BCBS EPO - Out of State
  • Regence BCBS PAR
  • Regence BCBS PPO
  • Regence BCBS PPP
  • Samaritan Health Plan Med Advantage
  • Tricare for Life
  • Tricare Prime
  • Tricare Select
  • Tricare US Family Health Plan
  • Tricare West
  • United Healthcare Charter/Charter Plus
  • United Healthcare Choice/Choice Plus
  • United Healthcare Complete Care HMO
  • United Healthcare Med Advantage HMO
  • United Healthcare Nexus ACO Network
  • United Healthcare POS
  • United Healthcare PPO
  • United Healthcare Surest

Medical Specialties

Robert Sumner Cummings has the following 3 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Robert Sumner Cummings has the following 17 areas of expertise

  • Arthroscopy
  • Bone Fracture
  • Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
  • General Orthopedics
  • General Surgeon
  • Herniated Disc
  • Hip Osteoarthritis
  • Joint Pain/Swelling
  • Joint Replacement
  • Knee Osteoarthritis
  • Knee Surgery
  • Laminectomy
  • Osteoarthritis
  • Osteoarthritis (Hand and Wrist)
  • Scoliosis
  • Sports Medicine
  • Surgery

Certifications, License, & Education

36 Years Experience

Robert Sumner Cummings holds an expired medical license in the state of Oregon.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of Oregon that expired in 2025.

Education & Training

Fellowship

Completed their fellowship at University of Utah Sports Medicine Fellowship in 1998, University of Utah \nSports Medicine Fellowship in 1998, and Medical College of Pennsylvania Hospital in 1993.

Residency

Completed their residency at Allegheny General Hospital in 1997.

Internship

Completed their internship at Baystate Medical Center in 1991.

Medical School

Graduated from Tufts University in 1990 and Tufts University School of Medicine in 1990.

NPI Number

Robert Sumner Cummings' NPI number is 1528039211.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which hospitals is Robert Cummings affiliated with?
Robert Cummings is affiliated with Canton Potsdam Hospital.
What languages does Robert Cummings speak?
Robert Cummings speaks English.
Does Robert Cummings accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Robert Cummings has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Does Robert Cummings accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Robert Cummings accepts on their Vitals profile.
Where is Robert Cummings's office located?
Robert Cummings's office is located at 902 12th St, Hood River, OR, 97031.

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