Summary

Dr. Eric Sumner is a gastroenterologist who has dedicated 25 years to helping patients with digestive health concerns. They earned their medical degree from the Medical College of Georgia School of Medicine and have built extensive expertise in treating conditions affecting the stomach, intestines, and related organs. Dr. Sumner is fluent in both Spanish and English, allowing them to care for a diverse patient population.

Dr. Sumner practices at Vanderbilt University Medical Center in Nashville, Tennessee, where they focus on common digestive issues including colon polyps, hemorrhoids, and GERD. They perform essential diagnostic and therapeutic procedures such as colonoscopy and both upper and lower gastrointestinal endoscopy to help identify and treat digestive problems. Patients have rated Dr. Sumner 4.7 out of 5 stars for their care.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.7
  • 25 years of experience
  • 56 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks Spanish, English
  • MEDICAL COLLEGE OF GEORGIA SCHOOL OF MEDICINE
  • 3 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 10 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 3 office locations

Office Locations

Dr. Eric Larry Sumner has 3 locations

Vanderbilt University Medical Center

1301 Medical Center DrNashville, TN 37232

Vanderbilt University Medical Center Gastroenterology

1211 21st Ave S Ste 220MABNashville, TN 37232
Mon7:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue7:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed7:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu7:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri7:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Vanderbilt University Medical Center

1211 Medical Center DrNashville, TN 37232

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GastroenterologyGastroenterologyGastroenterologyGastroenterology
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4.7 
25 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available
Speaks Spanish, English Speaks English Speaks English Speaks English
Nashville , TNTallahassee , FLSACRAMENTO , CAMontgomery , AL
Med School: MEDICAL COLLEGE OF GEORGIA SCHOOL OF MEDICINE Med School: Creighton University College of Nursing Med School: East Tennessee State University - Quillen College of Medicine Med School: Georgia State University
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Eric Larry Sumner

  • AARP
  • AARP - Medicare
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - HMO
  • Aetna - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • Aetna Better Health
  • Alignment Health Plan
  • Allegiance Life and Health
  • Allianz Worldwide Care
  • Ambetter
  • AmeriGroup
  • AmeriGroup - Medicaid (Managed)
  • AmeriGroup - Medicare
  • Ascension Health
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield - Medicare
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Tennessee
  • CHAMPVA
  • CHAMPVA - HMO
  • Cigna
  • Cigna-HealthSpring
  • Cigna-HealthSpring - HMO
  • Cigna-HealthSpring - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Cigna-HealthSpring - Medicare
  • Cigna-HealthSpring - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Devoted Health
  • GEHA
  • GEHA - POS
  • Golden Rule
  • Health Alliance
  • Health Plan of Nevada - PPO
  • HealthScope Benefits
  • Humana
  • Humana - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Humana - Medicare
  • Humana - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Independent Health
  • Medica
  • Medical Mutual
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Meritain Health
  • Oscar Health Insurance
  • Oscar Health Insurance - PPO
  • Sierra Health and Life
  • STLDentalPlan| LLC
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • UnitedHealthOne
  • Wellcare
  • Wellcare - Medicaid (Managed)

Medical Specialties

Dr. Eric Larry Sumner has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Eric Larry Sumner has the following 10 areas of expertise

  • Abdominal Pain
  • Acid Reflux Disease (Gastroesophageal Reflux / GERD)
  • Acid Reflux Disease (GERD)
  • Celiac Disease
  • Colonoscopy
  • Constipation
  • Hemorrhoids
  • Hepatitis C
  • Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
  • Ulcerative Colitis

Certifications, License, & Education

25 Years Experience

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Medical School

MEDICAL COLLEGE OF GEORGIA SCHOOL OF MEDICINEGraduated in 2001

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Frequently Asked Questions

What languages does Dr. Eric Sumner speak?
Dr. Eric Sumner speaks Spanish and English.
Which hospitals is Dr. Eric Sumner affiliated with?
Dr. Eric Sumner is affiliated with Vanderbilt University Medical Center.
Where is Dr. Eric Sumner's office located?
Dr. Eric Sumner's office is located at 1301 Medical Center Dr, Nashville, TN, 37232.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Eric Sumner?
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Does Dr. Eric Sumner accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Eric Sumner accepts on their Vitals profile.

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