P. Dean Cummings, M.D.

Dr. Cummings is an expert in orthopedic surgery and sports medicine.

He earned his medical degree from the Jefferson Medical College at Thomas Jefferson University in Philadelphia. He holds a Bachelor of Science in Pre-Medical Studies from Geneva College in Beaver Falls, Pennsylvania, where he was also recognized and awarded for his research activities in philosophical studies.

He received general surgical training at the Pennsylvania Hospital in Philadelphia and orthopedic surgical training at Pennsylvania State University, where he held the Michael and Myrtle Orthopedic fellowship under the direction of Dr. Robert B. Greer.

He completed his formal training at Hughston Sports Medical Clinic in Columbus, Georgia, under the direction of Drs. Jack Hughston, Champ Baker, Glenn Terry and Kurt Jacobson. He is a member of numerous professional organizations, including the American Medical Association, American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons, and the National Athletic Trainers’ Association.

In addition to the educational honors bestowed upon him early in his career, Dr. Cummings has received honors and awards in many other educational and athletic areas. He has been an invited faculty member of prestigious institutions across the country. He has also served on many orthopedic and sports medicine committees throughout his career.

Dr. Cummings’ abstracts, manuscripts, and articles have been published in numerous scientific journals, magazines, and textbooks, and his lectures and presentations have gained national and international recognition. Dr. Cummings is from Franklin, Pennsylvania.