Dr. Lee Cummings, MD
Transplant Specialist
814.4 mi · 4320 Wornall Rd, #240, Kansas City, MO 64111
At a glance
4.88 stars (8 reviews)
98% are satisfied with this provider ·
Has 20+ years of experience
Graduated from St. George's University School of Medicine, Doctor of Medicine
Works at Saint Luke's Liver and Transplant Specialists
Speaks English
4.88
8 reviews
Bedside manner
4.9
Wait time
4.3
Recent reviews
Dr. Cummings & his nurses made me feel very comfortable. They were very knowledgeable about everything.
More than 1 year agoSP
Dr. Cummings took his time explaining things to me including showing me my CT scan. He was very supportive of my decisions after explaining both sides of the matter. I'm very pleased with the care I've received.
More than 1 year agoLP
Office location
Saint Luke's Liver and Transplant Specialists
814.4 mi · 4320 Wornall Rd, #240, Kansas City, MO, 64111
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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.
Kidney transplant
Kidney transplant
Other popular visit reasons
Abdominal Surgery
Gallbladder Removal / Cholecystectomy
Kidney Transplant Consultation
Kidney Transplant Follow Up
Laparoscopic Surgery Consultation
Liver Transplant Consultation
Surgery Consultation
Transplantation Consultation
Abdominal Surgery
Gallbladder Removal / Cholecystectomy
Kidney Transplant Consultation
Kidney Transplant Follow Up
More about Dr. Lee Cummings, MD
Dr. Lee Cummings is a caring and experienced transplant specialist in Kansas City, MO. He obtained his medical degree from the St. George's University School of Medicine. He completed his residency in surgery at Maimonides Medical Center. He also completed a fellowship in transplant surgery at Georgetown University Hospital.
Dr. Cummings is a part of Saint Luke's Liver and Transplant Specialists. He is board certified by the American Board of Surgery. His medical experience is vast and impressive. His areas of special interest include liver transplant, small bowel transplant, kidney transplant, pancreatic surgery, and hebatobiliary surgery. He believes in a system of a multidisciplinary approach to provide thorough patient centered care for the complex medical conditions.
Dr. Cummings is devoted to ensuring the longevity of his patients’ health and developing long-lasting relationships with them. He takes his time to understand symptoms and give correct diagnoses to ensure the continued health of all his patients.
Education & experience
Education
Medical School - St. George's University School of Medicine, Doctor of Medicine
Maimonides Medical Center, Residency in Surgery
Georgetown University Hospital, Fellowship in Transplant Surgery
Practice
Saint Luke's Liver and Transplant Specialists
Certifications
American Board of Surgery
Awards and publications
Hart, Deirdre, MD; Gooden, Christie, MD; Cummings, L.S. MD; Wible, Brandt, MD; Borsa, John, MD; Randall, Henry, MD. Modification of the HeRO® Graft Allowing Earlier Cannulation and Reduction in Catheter Dependent Days in Patients with End Stage Renal Disease: A Single Center Retrospective Review. The Scientific World Journal. Volume 2014, Article ID 318629.
BC Wible, MD, C Gooden, MD, N Saucier, MD, John J Borsa, MD, Lee S Cummings, MD, Kenneth Cho, MD. Ethylene-Vinyl Alcohol Copolymer Endobiliary Obliteration of Hepatic Segments in a Patient with Isolated Bile Leaks. Journal of Vascular and Interventional Radiology. Volume 25, Issue 11, Pages 1821–1825, November 2014.
Chirag S. Desai, MD, Rubie Maybury, MD, Lee S. Cummings, MD, Lynt B. Johnson, MD, Thomas M. Fishbein, MD, Richard Neville, MD, Joseph K. Melancon, MD. Auto transplantation of Solitary Kidney with Renal Artery Aneurysm Treated with Laparoscopic Nephrectomy and Ex Vivo Repair. Transplant Proceedings, 2011 Sep;43(7):2789-91
L.S. Cummings MD, J. Hawksworth MD, J.F. Guerra MD, C.S. Desai MD, R. Girlanda MD, C.S. Matsumoto MD, L.B. Johnson MD, T.M. Fishbein MD, J.K. Melancon MD. Successful ABO incompatible Kidney Transplant after an Isolated Intestinal transplant. Transplantation. Volume 91, Number 10, E 73 to 74. May 2011 .
Joseph K. Melancon MD, Lee S. Cummings MD, Jay Graham MD, Sandra Rosen-Bronsen PhD, Jimmy Light MD, Chirag S. Desai MD, Rafaelle Girlanda MD, Reza Ghesemian MD Joseph Africa MD, Lynt B. Johnson MD. Paired Kidney Donor Exchanges and Antibody Reduction Therapy: Novel Methods to Ameliorate Disparate Access to Living Donor Kidney Transplantation in Ethnic Minorities. JACS. Volume 212, Issue 4, pages 740 to 745 April 2011.
Background
Languages spoken
English
Gender
Male
NPI number
#1548416969
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Patient reviews
All reviews have been submitted by patients after interacting with the practice.
Overall rating
4.88
Wait time
4.25
Bedside manner
4.88
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8 reviews
Most relevant
Dr. Cummings & his nurses made me feel very comfortable. They were very knowledgeable about everything.
More than 1 year agoSP
Received answers to my questions in terms that was understandable.
More than 1 year agoID
Great, profesional, know wha he is talking about.
More than 1 year agoEC
Dr. Cummings is a dedicated medical doctor. He listens to the patients and provides rational feedback. He is reassuring, caring and compassionate physician. I strongly recommend him to all patients for their renal surgery needs.
More than 1 year agoTS
Fine.
More than 1 year agoBG
It was very good.
More than 1 year agoCM
Dr. Cummings took his time explaining things to me including showing me my CT scan. He was very supportive of my decisions after explaining both sides of the matter. I'm very pleased with the care I've received.
More than 1 year agoLP
The surgeon was good, but the hospital care was lacking. It toke them three days to change my dressing at the drains which was to be done every day.
More than 1 year agoWS
What practice does Dr. Lee Cummings work with?
Dr. Lee Cummings works with Saint Luke's Liver and Transplant Specialists.
Where is Dr. Lee Cummings's office located?
Dr. Lee Cummings's office is located at 4320 Wornall Rd, Kansas City, MO 64111.
Which board certifications does Dr. Lee Cummings have?
Dr. Lee Cummings is certified by American Board of Surgery.
What are common reasons for patients to see Dr. Lee Cummings?
Dr. Lee Cummings frequently sees patients for Abdominal Surgery, Gallbladder Removal / Cholecystectomy , Laparoscopic Surgery Consultation, Surgery Consultation, and Transplantation Consultation. You can see other visit reasons for Dr. Lee Cummings on their profile.
What languages does Dr. Lee Cummings speak?
Dr. Lee Cummings speaks English.
How do patients rate Dr. Lee Cummings in reviews?
8 patients have reviewed Dr. Lee Cummings. The overall rating for this doctor is 4.88/5. They have a 4.88/5 rating for bedside manner and a 4.25/5 rating for wait time. You can read individual reviews and ratings on their profile.