Summary

Sports medicine is a second listed specialty alongside orthopedic surgery in Dr. Ronald Summers' practice, where he treats osteoarthritis, knee osteoarthritis, and meniscus tears and performs knee surgery, meniscus surgery, and arthroscopic surgery. He has practiced for 34 years and is affiliated with WakeMed Cary Hospital.

Dr. Summers earned his medical degree from the University of Kansas School of Medicine and completed his residency at Hughston Sports Medicine Hospital. He sees patients in Raleigh, Apex, Garner, Cary, Holly Springs, and Durham, NC, and speaks English and Spanish. Patients on Vitals rate Dr. Summers 4.6 out of 5.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.6
  • 34 years of experience
  • 34 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • Hughston Sports Medicine Hospital
  • 9 written reviews
  • 1 award
  • 2 specialties
  • 19 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 12 office locations

Patients’ Perspective

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

Awards

  • Vitals Preferred Provider

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Office Locations

Dr. Ronald Alan Summers has 12 locations

Wake Orthopaedics New Bern

3009 New Bern AveRaleigh, NC 27610
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

Wake Orthopaedics

8001 T W Alexander Dr Ste 224Raleigh, NC 27617
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

Wake Orthopaedics LLC

120 Healthplex Way Ste 206Apex, NC 27502

Wake Orthopaedics

400 US 70 Hwy E # 100Garner, NC 27529
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

Wakemed North Family And Womens Hospital

10000 Falls Of Neuse RdRaleigh, NC 27614

Duke University Hospital

2301 Erwin RdDurham, NC 27705

Wakemed Childrens Hospital

3000 New Bern AveRaleigh, NC 27610

Wakemed Raleigh Campus

3000 New Bern AveRaleigh, NC 27610

Duke Raleigh Hospital

3400 Wake Forest RdRaleigh, NC 27609

Wake Orthopaedics

110 Kildaire Park Dr Ste 106Cary, NC 27518
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

Holly Springs Surgery Center

600 Village Walk DrHolly Springs, NC 27540
Mon6:00 am - 4:30 pm
Tue6:00 am - 4:30 pm
Wed6:00 am - 4:30 pm
Thu6:00 am - 4:30 pm
Fri6:00 am - 4:30 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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Dr. Ronald Alan Summers, MDDr. Justin J. Ray, MDDr. Yuri A. Pompeu, MDDr. Kevin J. Logel, MD
Orthopedic SurgeryOrthopedic SurgeryOrthopedic SurgeryOrthopedic Surgery
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
4.6 
5 
4.9 
4.7 
34 Years of Experience 8 Years of Experience 27 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
Raleigh , NCHolly Springs , NCRaleigh , NCRaleigh , NC
Med School: University Of Kansas School Of Medicine Med School: Brody School of Medicine at East Carolina University Med School: Harvard Medical School Med School: University Of North Carolina At Chapel Hill School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Ronald Alan Summers

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • Aetna - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Alignment Health Plan
  • AmeriHealth
  • AmeriHealth - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Assurant Health
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of North Carolina
  • CHAMPVA
  • CHAMPVA - HMO
  • Cigna
  • Cigna-HealthSpring
  • Commonwealth Care Alliance
  • Golden Rule
  • Humana
  • Humana - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Integra
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Palmetto GBA
  • Palmetto GBA - Medicare
  • Progressive
  • STLDentalPlan| LLC
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Wellcare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Ronald Alan Summers has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Ronald Alan Summers has the following 19 areas of expertise

  • Ankle Injuries
  • Arthroscopy
  • Bone Fracture
  • Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
  • Elbow Injuries
  • Herniated Disc
  • Hip Surgery
  • Joint Pain/Swelling
  • Joint Replacement
  • Knee Osteoarthritis
  • Knee Pain (Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome)
  • Knee Surgery (Knee Replacement Arthroplasty)
  • Laminectomy
  • Osteoarthritis
  • Osteoarthritis (Hand and Wrist)
  • Scoliosis
  • Shoulder Pain
  • Sports Medicine
  • Surgery

Certifications, License, & Education

34 Years Experience

Dr. Ronald Alan Summers holds an expired medical license in the state of North Carolina.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of North Carolina that expired in 2026.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Hughston Sports Medicine Hospital.

Medical School

Graduated from University Of Kansas School Of Medicine in 1992.

NPI Number

Dr. Summers' NPI number is 1730183559.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What languages does Dr. Ronald Summers speak?
Dr. Ronald Summers speaks English and Spanish.
Is Dr. Ronald Summers accepting new patients?
Dr. Ronald Summers is accepting new patients on Vitals. View Dr. Ronald Summers's profile on Vitals to make an appointment.
Does Dr. Ronald Summers accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Ronald Summers accepts on their Vitals profile.
Which hospitals is Dr. Ronald Summers affiliated with?
Dr. Ronald Summers is affiliated with Wakemed Cary Hospital.
Does Dr. Ronald Summers accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. Ronald Summers has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.

Data Sources

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  • Healthcare system and provider network data

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