3.6
7 Ratings with 2 written Reviews
Summary
Dr. John Cummins is an orthopedic surgeon with 36 years of experience helping patients overcome musculoskeletal injuries and conditions. He earned his medical degree from the University of Illinois at Chicago College of Medicine and completed his residency training at Southern Illinois University School of Medicine. Dr. Cummins speaks English and brings more than three decades of surgical expertise to his practice.
Dr. Cummins practices at multiple locations throughout Oakland and Richmond, California, including Kaiser Permanente Oakland Medical Center, Wilma Chan Highland Hospital Campus, and Alta Bates Summit Medical Center Summit Campus. He specializes in treating joint pain, knee problems, and meniscus tears. His surgical skills include meniscus repair procedures and arthroscopic techniques for shoulder and knee conditions. Patients have given him an average rating of 3.6 on Vitals.
Dr. Cummins practices at multiple locations throughout Oakland and Richmond, California, including Kaiser Permanente Oakland Medical Center, Wilma Chan Highland Hospital Campus, and Alta Bates Summit Medical Center Summit Campus. He specializes in treating joint pain, knee problems, and meniscus tears. His surgical skills include meniscus repair procedures and arthroscopic techniques for shoulder and knee conditions. Patients have given him an average rating of 3.6 on Vitals.
Overview based on verified provider data
Quick Facts
- 36 years of experience
- speaks English
- Southern Illinois University School Of Medicine
- 2 written reviews
- 1 specialty
- 14 areas of expertise
- 4 hospital affiliations
- 5 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. John Fitzgerald Cummins has 5 locationsKaiser Permanente Oakland Medical Center
3600 BroadwayOakland, CA 94611 Tel: (510) 752-1000
Mon8:30 am - 7:00 pm
Tue8:30 am - 7:00 pm
Wed8:30 am - 7:00 pm
Thu8:30 am - 7:00 pm
Fri8:30 am - 7:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed
Alta Bates Summit Medical Center Summit Campus
350 Hawthorne AveOakland, CA 94609 Tel: (510) 655-4000
Kaiser Oakland Department Of Orthopedic Surgery
280 W Macarthur Blvd Fl 1Oakland, CA 94611Mon8:00 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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| Dr. John Fitzgerald Cummins, MD | Dr. Robert Steffner, MD | Robin Kamal, MD, MBA | Loretta Chou, MD |
| Orthopedic Surgery | Orthopedic Surgery | Orthopedic Surgery | Orthopedic Surgery |
| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | |
| 36 Years of Experience | 20 Years of Experience | 19 Years of Experience | 40 Years of Experience |
| No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option |
| Speaks English | Speaks English, Spanish | ||
| Oakland , CA | Redwood City , CA | Redwood City , CA | Redwood City , CA |
| Med School: University Of Illinois At Chicago College Of Medicine | Med School: Wayne State University School Of Medicine | Med School: University Of Missouri-Kansas City School Of Medicine | Med School: University Of California Irvine School Of Medicine |
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. John Fitzgerald Cummins
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Medical Specialties
Dr. John Fitzgerald Cummins has the following specialty
Specialty Expertise
Dr. John Fitzgerald Cummins has the following 14 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
36 Years Experience
Dr. John Fitzgerald Cummins 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 Southern Illinois University School Of Medicine.
Medical School
Graduated from University Of Illinois At Chicago College Of Medicine in 1990.
NPI Number
Dr. Cummins' NPI number is 1558449322.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Where is Dr. John Cummins's office located?
- Dr. John Cummins's office is located at 3600 Broadway, Oakland, CA, 94611.
- Which hospitals is Dr. John Cummins affiliated with?
- Dr. John Cummins is affiliated with Kaiser Permanente Oakland Medical Center, Wilma Chan Highland Hospital Campus, Kaiser Permanente Richmond Medical Center, and Alta Bates Summit Medical Center Summit Campus.
- Does Dr. John Cummins accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
- Dr. John Cummins has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
- Does Dr. John Cummins accept my insurance?
- You can see the insurance plans that Dr. John Cummins accepts on their Vitals profile.
- How can I make an appointment with Dr. John Cummins?
- You can find contact information for Dr. John Cummins here on Vitals.
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