Summary

Dr. Robert Cummings is an orthopedic surgeon with 36 years of experience treating conditions affecting bones, joints, and muscles. He earned his medical degree from Tufts University and completed his internship at Baystate Medical Center, followed by his residency at Allegheny General Hospital. Dr. Cummings pursued specialized fellowship training in sports medicine at the University of Utah, which he completed in 1998, and also completed a fellowship at Medical College of Pennsylvania Hospital in 1993. He speaks English.

Dr. Cummings practices at Providence Specialty Clinic Orthopedics in Hood River, Oregon, and maintains hospital privileges at Canton Potsdam Hospital. His expertise focuses on treating joint pain, osteoarthritis, and rotator cuff tears. He utilizes physical therapy, strength training, and manual therapy techniques to help patients recover from orthopedic conditions. Patients consistently rate Dr. Cummings highly for his care, giving him an average rating of 4.9 out of 5 stars.
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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.9
  • 36 years of experience
  • 30 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • University of Utah Sports Medicine Fellowship
  • 143 written reviews
  • 1 award
  • 3 specialties
  • 17 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

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

Awards

  • Vitals Preferred Provider

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4.9 
36 Years of Experience 11 Years of Experience 35 Years of Experience
Virtual Visit Available No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English
Hood River , ORThe Dalles , ORThe Dalles , ORHood River , OR
Med School: Tufts University Med School: Oregon Health & Science University School Of Medicine Med School: Johns Hopkins University School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Robert Sumner Cummings

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • Aetna PROV Employee POS
  • Age Right (Marquis Advantage)
  • BCBS Federal
  • Champ VA
  • Cigna Open Access Plus
  • First Choice Health Network
  • Medicaid OR Plus Open Card
  • Medicare A&B
  • Moda Connexus Network
  • Providence ElderPlace PACE
  • Providence Health Plan
  • Providence Health Plan Medicaid
  • Regence BCBS EPO - Out of State
  • Regence BCBS PAR
  • Regence BCBS PPO
  • Regence BCBS PPP
  • Samaritan Health Plan Med Advantage
  • Tricare for Life
  • Tricare Prime
  • Tricare Select
  • Tricare US Family Health Plan
  • Tricare West
  • United Healthcare Charter/Charter Plus
  • United Healthcare Choice/Choice Plus
  • United Healthcare Complete Care HMO
  • United Healthcare Med Advantage HMO
  • United Healthcare Nexus ACO Network
  • United Healthcare POS
  • United Healthcare PPO
  • United Healthcare Surest

Medical Specialties

Dr. Robert Sumner Cummings has the following 3 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Robert Sumner Cummings has the following 17 areas of expertise

  • Arthroscopy
  • Bone Fracture
  • Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
  • General Orthopedics
  • General Surgeon
  • Herniated Disc
  • Hip Osteoarthritis
  • Joint Pain/Swelling
  • Joint Replacement
  • Knee Osteoarthritis
  • Knee Surgery
  • Laminectomy
  • Osteoarthritis
  • Osteoarthritis (Hand and Wrist)
  • Scoliosis
  • Sports Medicine
  • Surgery

Certifications, License, & Education

36 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Oregon, 2025, Expired

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Fellowship

University of Utah Sports Medicine Fellowship1998
University of Utah \nSports Medicine Fellowship1998
Medical College of Pennsylvania Hospital1993

Residency

Allegheny General Hospital1997

Internship

Baystate Medical Center1991

Medical School

Tufts UniversityGraduated in 1990
Tufts University School of MedicineGraduated in 1990

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Frequently Asked Questions

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What languages does Dr. Robert Cummings speak?
Dr. Robert Cummings speaks English.
Where is Dr. Robert Cummings's office located?
Dr. Robert Cummings's office is located at 902 12th St, Hood River, OR, 97031.
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