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3 Ratings with 1 written Review
Summary
Dr. Summer joined The ChildHealth Center, PA in 1989. He received his medical degree from the University of South Carolina School of Medicine and completed his residency in pediatrics at Moses Cone Hospital in Greensboro. He also served as co-Chief Resident there. He practiced in Lenoir for about a year before moving to Hickory. He is board-certified in pediatrics and is a Fellow of the American Academy of Pediatrics. He is married to Nobia, one of the nurses, at The ChildHealth Center, PA. He has twin daughters and a step-son, all grown.
Quick Facts
- accepting new patients
- 41 years of experience
- speaks Spanish, English
- Moses H Cone Memorial Hospital
- 1 written review
- 1 specialty
- 5 areas of expertise
- 1 board certification
- 2 hospital affiliations
- 2 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. Kenneth Virgil Summer has 2 locationsThe Childhealth Center Pa
1455 25th Avenue Dr NEHickory, NC 28601 Tel: (828) 322-4453
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
Sat8:00 am - 10:00 am
Sun8:00 am - 10:00 am
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| 41 Years of Experience | 13 Years of Experience | 18 Years of Experience | 18 Years of Experience |
| No Virtual Visit Option | Virtual Visit Available | Virtual Visit Available | Virtual Visit Available |
| Speaks Spanish, English | Speaks Polish, Spanish | Speaks Chinese, Spanish | Speaks English |
| Hickory , NC | Franklin , TN | Franklin , TN | Franklin , TN |
| Med School: University Of South Carolina School Of Medicine Columbia | Med School: New Jersey Medical School | Med School: University Of Alabama School Of Medicine | Med School: Sackler School of Medicine -- Tel-Aviv University |
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Kenneth Virgil Summer
Medical Specialties
Dr. Kenneth Virgil Summer has the following specialty
Specialty Expertise
Dr. Kenneth Virgil Summer has the following 5 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
41 Years Experience
Dr. Kenneth Virgil Summer holds an active medical license in the state of North Carolina.
Medical License
Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of North Carolina that expires in 2026.
Education & Training
Residency
Completed their residency at Moses H Cone Memorial Hospital.
Medical School
Graduated from University Of South Carolina School Of Medicine Columbia in 1985.
NPI Number
Dr. Summer's NPI number is 1326032863.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Which hospitals is Dr. Kenneth Summer affiliated with?
- Dr. Kenneth Summer is affiliated with Frye Regional Medical Center and Catawba Valley Medical Center.
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- Dr. Kenneth Summer speaks Spanish and English.
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