Dr. Howard L. Cummings
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Dr. Cummings is highly rated in 9 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD), Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration, Diabetic Retinopathy, and Retinal Detachment.
Dr. Cummings is board certified in American Board Of Ophthalmology. He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 1 peer reviewed article.
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Locations
9050 Executive Dr, Ste 202A, Knoxville, TN 37923
Clinical Research
Clinical research consists of overseeing clinical studies of patients undergoing new treatments and therapies, and publishing articles in peer reviewed medical journals. Providers who actively participate in clinical research are generally at the forefront of the fields and aware of the most up-to-date advances in treatments for their patients.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Howard L. Cummings
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Howard L. Cummings?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Howard L. Cummings by calling their office at 865-338-5432. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Howard L. Cummings a top-rated expert for Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD)?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Howard L. Cummings is classified as an Distinguished expert for Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD), meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.
What conditions does Dr. Howard L. Cummings specialize in?
While Dr. Howard L. Cummings is a Ophthalmology, they have specific expertise in Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD), Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration, and Diabetic Retinopathy. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Ophthalmology.
Does Dr. Howard L. Cummings participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Howard L. Cummings has published 1 articles and abstracts on conditions like Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD). You can view a list of Dr. Howard L. Cummings's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Howard L. Cummings accept my insurance?
Dr. Howard L. Cummings accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 865-338-5432 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
MediFind evaluates expertise by pulling from factors such as number of articles a doctor has published in medical journals, participation in clinical trials, speaking at industry conferences, prescribing and referral patterns, and strength of connections with other experts in their field.
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- Distinguished
- Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD)Dr. Cummings isDistinguished. Learn about Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD).
- Late-Onset Retinal DegenerationDr. Cummings isDistinguished. Learn about Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration.
- Advanced
- Diabetic RetinopathyDr. Cummings isAdvanced. Learn about Diabetic Retinopathy.
- Geographic AtrophyDr. Cummings isAdvanced. Learn about Geographic Atrophy.
- Ocular ToxoplasmosisDr. Cummings isAdvanced. Learn about Ocular Toxoplasmosis.
- Retinal Artery OcclusionDr. Cummings isAdvanced. Learn about Retinal Artery Occlusion.
- Retinal DetachmentDr. Cummings isAdvanced. Learn about Retinal Detachment.
- Retinal Vein OcclusionDr. Cummings isAdvanced. Learn about Retinal Vein Occlusion.
- Experienced
- BlepharitisDr. Cummings isExperienced. Learn about Blepharitis.
- CataractDr. Cummings isExperienced. Learn about Cataract.
- Choroid Plexus CarcinomaDr. Cummings isExperienced. Learn about Choroid Plexus Carcinoma.
- Cone DystrophyDr. Cummings isExperienced. Learn about Cone Dystrophy.
- Cone Rod Dystrophy Amelogenesis ImperfectaDr. Cummings isExperienced. Learn about Cone Rod Dystrophy Amelogenesis Imperfecta.
- Cone-Rod DystrophyDr. Cummings isExperienced. Learn about Cone-Rod Dystrophy.