Summary

Dr Summa graduated from the University of New Mexico School of Medicine in 1994. Dr Summa works in Santa Cruz, CA and specializes in Orthopaedic Trauma. Dr Summa is affiliated with Dominican Hospital, Watsonville Community Hospital and Sutter Maternity And Surgery Center Of Santa Cruz.

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.5
  • 32 years of experience
  • 33 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • University Of New Mexico Health Sciences
  • 7 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 8 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 3 hospital affiliations
  • 1 office location

Patients’ Perspective

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

Office Location

Santa Cruz Neuroscience

1661 Soquel Dr Ste DSanta Cruz, CA 95065
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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Orthopaedic TraumaOrthopedic SurgeryOrthopedic SurgeryOrthopedic Surgery
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
4.5 
4.3 
32 Years of Experience 11 Years of Experience 14 Years of Experience 50 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English
Santa Cruz , CASan Jose , CASan Jose , CASan Jose , CA
Med School: University Of New Mexico School Of Medicine Med School: University Of California San Diego School Of Medicine Med School: University Of Michigan Medical School Med School: Stanford University School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr Christopher D. Summa

  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - HMO
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • Alignment Health Plan
  • AllCare Health
  • AllCare Health - IPA
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA
  • Blue Shield of California
  • Central California Alliance for Health
  • Central California Alliance for Health - Medicaid (Managed)
  • CHAMPVA
  • Cigna
  • Health Net
  • Health Net - HMO
  • Humana
  • Kaiser Permanente
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • PreferredOne
  • Sutter Health Plus
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • Western Health Advantage

Medical Specialties

Dr Christopher D. Summa has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr Christopher D. Summa has the following 8 areas of expertise

  • Hip Osteoarthritis
  • Infection
  • Knee Osteoarthritis
  • Osteoarthritis (Hand and Wrist)
  • Scoliosis
  • Spinal Fractures
  • Spinal Stenosis
  • Wounds and Injuries

Certifications, License, & Education

32 Years Experience

Dr Christopher D. Summa holds an expired medical license in the state of California.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of California that expired in 2026.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at University Of New Mexico Health Sciences.

Medical School

Graduated from University Of New Mexico School Of Medicine in 1994.

NPI Number

Dr Summa's NPI number is 1669548640.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What languages does Dr Christopher Summa speak?
Dr Christopher Summa speaks English and Spanish.
Does Dr Christopher Summa accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr Christopher Summa accepts on their Vitals profile.
Where is Dr Christopher Summa's office located?
Dr Christopher Summa's office is located at 1661 Soquel Dr Ste D, Santa Cruz, CA, 95065.
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Which hospitals is Dr Christopher Summa affiliated with?
Dr Christopher Summa is affiliated with Dominican Hospital, Watsonville Community Hospital, and Sutter Maternity And Surgery Center Of Santa Cruz.

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