Dr. Donelle Cummings, MD

Dr. Donelle Cummings, MD

Gastroenterologist
1056 5th Ave, # 1CD, New York, NY
4.98
“I would definitely go back ! Dr. Cummings is very patient and humble. He explain and informs you of every step and then ask if questions. I have nothing negative to say about him. I've already shared his expertise to others.”
Regina D.April 9, 2026
Highly recommended
98% of patients gave this doctor 5 stars
Excellent wait time
97% of patients waited less than 30 minutes
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What patients are saying

Overall rating

4.98

Average wait time

4.81

Bedside manner

5.00
“I would definitely go back ! Dr. Cummings is very patient and humble. He explain and informs you of every step and then ask if questions. I have nothing negative to say about him. I've already shared his expertise to others.”
Regina D.April 9, 2026
“I am so happy to have found Dr Cummings. He was attentive, informative and had warm bedside manner. I fully trust the Dr with my GI care and highly recommend him. ”
Trenee B.April 5, 2026

About Dr. Donelle Cummings

Dr. Donelle Cummings is a board-certified Gastroenterologist specializing in advanced endoscopic procedures and comprehensive digestive care. He provides expert evaluation and treatment for a wide range of digestive conditions, including acid reflux, inflammatory bowel diseases, colorectal cancer screenings, biliary tract disease, and pancreatic diseases. His procedural expertise includes endoscopy, colonoscopy, capsule endoscopy, small bowel enteroscopy, endoscopic ultrasound (EUS), and endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography (ERCP). Dr. Cummings takes a patient-centered approach, ensuring that each individual receives thorough, personalized care tailored to their needs. Dr. Cummings earned his medical degree from Case Western Reserve University before completing his internal medicine residency at The Cleveland Clinic. He then pursued a fellowship in Gastroenterology at SUNY Downstate Health Sciences University, followed by an Advanced Endoscopy fellowship at NewYork-Presbyterian Brooklyn Methodist Hospital. Prior to joining East Side Medical PC, he was an attending Gastroenterologist at Metropolitan Hospital Center in New York, NY, where he treated a diverse patient population. Dr. Cummings is Fluent in English, Spanish, and Portuguese, and is committed to making high-quality digestive care accessible to all. He is now accepting new patients at his private practice in Manhattan.

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Areas of expertise

This doctor's experience enhances their expertise in similar cases. Below are the conditions or surgeries they treat most frequently.
Colonoscopy
Colonoscopy

Other popular visit reasons

Abdominal Pain
Colon Cancer Screening
Diarrhea
Gallstones
Gastroenterology Consultation
Hemorrhoids
Interventional Endoscopy
Rectal Carcinoid Tumor
Abdominal Pain
Colon Cancer Screening
Diarrhea
Gallstones

Office location

East Side Medical, P.C.
1056 5th Ave, # 1CD, New York, NY 10028

Education and background

Practice names

Hospital affiliations

  • Lenox Hill Hospital
  • NYU Langone Health

Board certifications

  • Gastroenterology (American Board of Internal Medicine)
  • American Board of Internal Medicine

Education and training

  • Medical School - Case Western Reserve University, Doctor of Medicine
  • Cleveland Clinic Main Campus, Residency in Internal Medicine
  • SUNY DOWNSTATE MEDICAL CENTER, Fellowship in Gastroenterology
  • New York Presbyterian Brooklyn Methodist Hospital, Fellowship in Advanced Endoscopy

Professional memberships

  • American Society for Gastrointestinal Endoscopy
  • American Gastroenterological Association

Languages spoken

  • English
  • Spanish
  • Portuguese

Provider's gender

Male

NPI number

1649539552

Patient reviews

All reviews have been submitted by patients after interacting with the practice.
Overall rating
4.98
Wait time
4.81
Bedside manner
5.00
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Dr. Cummings is one of the best doctors I have ever seen. So attentive and thorough. A wonderful communicator and listener.
Verified patient
Dr. Cummings is such a great and sweet person. He’s a great listener and very professional. I will definitely recommend him.
Verified patient
The receptionist and nurse was very nice and respectful. Doctor listened to all my concerns and seemed knowledgeable
Verified patient
The office staff were very nice. The Dr. Was kind and patient. I definitely recommend this Doctor.
Verified patient
Great guy and clearly knows what he’s doing. Very smart, articulate, and compassionate. Highly recommend.
Verified patient
One of the best specialists I've ever seen, he made me feel actually cared for and listened too, would recommend to everyone
A very well kept facility with professional and expertise treatment by their staff! Need I say more?
Verified patient
Good experience with new doctor. Definitely would recommend. Great location, nice staff.
Verified patient
Office staff was efficient. Dr was kind, respectful and thorough. Very human.
Verified patient
Incredible. Patient, detailed and really lovely ! Staff and Doctor. Highly recommend.
Excellent and smooth services! They were very friendly and easy to talk to!
Verified patient
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Verified patient
Excellent doctor - highly recommend, Very friendly and kind.
Verified patient
Amazing clean space the staff is so sweet 10/10 make your appointment
Verified patient
Amazing doctor. Immediately made him apart of medical team.
Verified patient
His scheduler/receptionist was kind and efficient.
Verified patient
I would definitely go back ! Dr. Cummings is very patient and humble. He explain and informs you of every step and then ask if questions. I have nothing negative to say about him. I've already shared his expertise to others.
Verified patient
I am so happy to have found Dr Cummings. He was attentive, informative and had warm bedside manner. I fully trust the Dr with my GI care and highly recommend him.
Verified patient
Dr Cummings was very professional and I was seen quickly and given a thorough examination. I felt like I was being listened too and taken seriously. I will definitely be continuing to come to his practice.
Verified patient
The best
Verified patient
Had a very good experience with Dr. Cummings! I filled out forms via Zocdoc and also via the patient portal, and STILL had to fill out forms at the office. I appreciated Dr. Cummings taking time to review my chart prior to coming in to speak with me. I initially thought the office staff was standoffish (based on a dismissive tone when I called to ask a clarifying question, and during the first few minutes of being in the office), but the individual ended up being very nice. I am happy I chose to make an appointment with Dr. Cummings on the reviews here!
This doctor is the best I have encountered. He has compassion and empathy. I feel really safe with him. Very knowledgeable. Recommend 10/10.
Verified patient
Great medical experience!
Verified patient
Overall, I've had a positive experience with this medical provider for GI. Really understood how awkward it can be at times to discuss sensitive issues and provided a thorough explanation of diagnosis and treatment plans. Recommended a colonoscopy and follow-up with patients.
Verified patient
I had a positive experience at my appointment with Dr. Cummings. His demeanor helped me feel relaxed. He was thorough in his explanations and patient when answering any questions I had. Eva was the person at the front desk, who I met upon entering the practice and she was very welcoming which helped me feel comfortable. She was very pleasant, professional, and was able to answer the questions I had prior to seeing Dr. Cummings.
Verified patient
Great doctor
Verified patient
this was my first time seeing Dr Cummings. he seemed really nice and thourough. He took the time to listen to my complaints and is well mannered. I truly hope he will be able to help me address my concerns
Verified patient
quick friendly and informative
Verified patient
Outstanding people The doctor and his assistant Never experienced this in a long time and that changes everything. I very strongly recommend his practice. He is not only super knowledgeable. He explains very well, he is patient and so empathetic
Verified patient
Getting billed under a different doctor who is out of network although the doctor I saw is in network with my insurance. Staff is unhelpful, definitely will not recommend.
Verified patient
I just had my first visit with Dr. Cummings and I couldn’t be more pleased with the experience. The staff was incredibly flexible and understanding, making me feel comfortable and at ease. Dr. Cummings was not only professional and knowledgeable but also incredibly compassionate and patient. He took the time to listen to all my concerns and explained everything in a way many doctors before have failed. It’s clear that he genuinely cares about our well-being. I highly recommend Dr. Cummings and his wonderful team to anyone in need of a caring and skilled gastroenterologist!!!!
Verified patient
Excellent experience from start to finish. Front desk staff Erica swiftly checked me in, as a new patient, and Dr. Cummings was attentive and informative. Even provided video demonstration. Higly recommend.
Verified patient
One of the best Doctor’s I have seen!
Verified patient
Very nice surprise, super professional, super knowledgeable, and it seems to be ready to take on anything with this patient! Looking forward to figuring out what’s wrong with my gut with this doctor.
Verified patient
Excellent
Verified patient
Great Staff
Verified patient
Dr Cummings is incredibly competent, attentive and empathetic. I didn’t have to wait much at all before he saw me. He was very thorough and clear.
Dr. Cummings and Erika (or Erica) were super nice and very detailed during my appointment. Answered a lot of questions I had, and I felt very safe in the environment. I usually get nervous meeting a new doctor, but they completely helped me feel heard and was swift with their next step with my treatment. I'm grateful, and for sure, I will be recommending this office to everyone I know! Thank you!
I was getting ready to leave because it was going on 60 minutes of waiting, but then the doctor came and he could not have been more apologetic or more polite. He is a lovely man, very attentive and full of knowledge. I am very happy I found him.
Verified patient
What a wonderful doctor. Dr. Cummings created a warm atmosphere and experience. He helped me be open about my problems and I was relived. This is so important to me.
Very professional ,great listener and he gives you the opportunity to asked questions,and gives direct answers to your concerns,explain in detail what he is doing and also shows diagrams for you to have a better understanding.I will definitely see Dr.Cumming if I need to
Verified patient
Simply, it was a very pleasant experience.
Verified patient
Good doctor
Verified patient
The doctor & staff were very kind & pleasant. The environment was nice, clean & welcoming. I would recommend this practice to other's. Plus the doctor was not at all hard to understand when breaking down medical results & process.
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Which hospital is Dr. Donelle Cummings affiliated with?

Dr. Donelle Cummings is affiliated with Lenox Hill Hospital and NYU Langone Health.

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Where is Dr. Donelle Cummings's office located?

Dr. Donelle Cummings's office is located at 1056 5th Ave, New York, NY 10028.

Which board certifications does Dr. Donelle Cummings have?

Dr. Donelle Cummings is certified by Gastroenterology (American Board of Internal Medicine) and American Board of Internal Medicine.

What are common reasons for patients to see Dr. Donelle Cummings?

Dr. Donelle Cummings frequently sees patients for Abdominal Pain, Colon Cancer Screening, Diarrhea, Gastroenterology Consultation, and Hemorrhoids. You can see other visit reasons for Dr. Donelle Cummings on their profile.

What languages does Dr. Donelle Cummings speak?

Dr. Donelle Cummings speaks English, Spanish, and Portuguese.

How do patients rate Dr. Donelle Cummings in reviews?

128 patients have reviewed Dr. Donelle Cummings. The overall rating for this doctor is 4.98/5. They have a 5/5 rating for bedside manner and a 4.81/5 rating for wait time. You can read individual reviews and ratings on their profile.

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