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4 Ratings with 1 written Review
Summary
Dr. Howard Cummings treats age-related macular degeneration, diabetic retinopathy, and diabetic eye disease, and performs retinal imaging, optical coherence tomography, and anti-VEGF treatment. He practices ophthalmology and internal medicine and has 39 years of experience. He speaks English and Spanish.
Dr. Cummings completed his residency at Greater Baltimore Medical Center and is affiliated with Holston Valley Medical Center, Indian Path Community Hospital, Parkwest Medical Center, and Franklin Woods Community Hospital. He sees patients in Kingsport and Johnson City, Tennessee, Knoxville, Tennessee, and Bristol and Abingdon, Virginia. Patients on Vitals rate Dr. Cummings 5 out of 5.
Dr. Cummings completed his residency at Greater Baltimore Medical Center and is affiliated with Holston Valley Medical Center, Indian Path Community Hospital, Parkwest Medical Center, and Franklin Woods Community Hospital. He sees patients in Kingsport and Johnson City, Tennessee, Knoxville, Tennessee, and Bristol and Abingdon, Virginia. Patients on Vitals rate Dr. Cummings 5 out of 5.
Overview based on verified provider data
Quick Facts
- accepting new patients
- 39 years of experience
- speaks English, Spanish
- Greater Baltimore Medical Center
- 1 written review
- 2 specialties
- 12 areas of expertise
- 4 hospital affiliations
- 8 office locations
- Male
Patients’ Perspective
- Gave an accurate diagnosis
- Had a good bedside manner
- Spent time with me
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Office Locations
Dr. Howard Lee Cummings has 8 locationsKingsport Retina Center
2412 N John B Dennis HwyKingsport, TN 37660 Tel: (423) 578-4364
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
Johnson City Retina Center
161 Technology LnJohnson City, TN 37604 Tel: (423) 578-4364
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
Bristol Retina Center
185 Gate City HwyBristol, VA 24201 Tel: (423) 578-4364
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
Abingdon Retina Center
160 Cummings StAbingdon, VA 24210Mon8:00 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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| Ophthalmology | Ophthalmology | Nurse Practitioner | Hospital Medicine |
| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | ||
| 39 Years of Experience | 26 Years of Experience | 23 Years of Experience | |
| No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option |
| Speaks English, Spanish | Speaks English | Speaks English | Speaks English |
| Kingsport , TN | Johnson City , TN | Kingsport , TN | Chattanooga , TN |
| Med School: University Of Texas Southwestern Medical School | Med School: UNIVERSITY OF UTAH SCHOOL OF MEDICINE | Med School: Kansas City University Of Medicine & Bioscience College Of Osteopathic Med | |
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Howard Lee Cummings
Medical Specialties
Dr. Howard Lee Cummings has the following 2 specialties
Specialty Expertise
Dr. Howard Lee Cummings has the following 12 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
39 Years Experience
Dr. Howard Lee Cummings holds an active medical license in the states of Virginia and Tennessee.
Medical License
Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of Virginia that expires in 2028 and an active medical license in the state of Tennessee that expires in 2028.
Education & Training
Residency
Completed their residency at Greater Baltimore Medical Center.
Medical School
Graduated from University Of Texas Southwestern Medical School in 1987.
NPI Number
Dr. Cummings' NPI number is 1669478996.
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- Which hospitals is Dr. Howard Cummings affiliated with?
- Dr. Howard Cummings is affiliated with Holston Valley Medical Center, Indian Path Community Hospital, Parkwest Medical Center, and Franklin Woods Community Hospital.
- What languages does Dr. Howard Cummings speak?
- Dr. Howard Cummings speaks English and Spanish.
- Where is Dr. Howard Cummings's office located?
- Dr. Howard Cummings's office is located at 2412 N John B Dennis Hwy, Kingsport, TN, 37660.
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