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Dr. Alexander Tummers, MD

General Surgery*
5.0 (6)
Map Pin Small Morristown, TN
Accepting new patients
18 years of experience

Overview of Dr. Alexander Tummers, MD

Dr. Alexander Tummers, MD is a General Surgery Specialist in Morristown, TN. They specialize in General Surgery, has 18 years of experience, and is board certified in General Surgery. They graduated from East Tennessee State University James H. Quillen College of Medicine and is affiliated with Jefferson Memorial Hospital and Newport Medical Center. Patients rated Dr. Tummers an average 5.0 star rating.

Dr. Tummers works at Gen Surg Of East Tennesee in Morristown, TN with other offices in Camp Lejeune, NC and Jefferson City, TN. They frequently treat conditions like Gallstones and Cholecystitis and Gallstones along with other conditions at varying frequencies. They are accepting new patients and accept Aetna, Anthem and Blue Cross Blue Shield as well as other major insurance plans. Please call ahead to schedule an appointment and to confirm all accepted insurance plans.

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Dr. Tummers' Office Locations

  1. 1
    Gen Surg Of East Tennesee
    2845 W Andrew Johnson Hwy, Morristown, TN 37814 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (423) 585-0050
  2. 2
    Naval Medical Center Camp Lejeune
    100 Brewster Blvd, Camp Lejeune, NC 28547 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (910) 450-4760
  3. 3
    Leann Byrd MD
    120 Hospital Dr Ste 260, Jefferson City, TN 37760 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (865) 471-2250
  4. 4
    Tennova Healthcare-jefferson Memorial Hospital
    110 Hospital Dr, Jefferson City, TN 37760 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (423) 585-0050
  5. 5
    Knoxville Hma Physician Management LLC
    305 N Bellwood Rd, Morristown, TN 37814 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (423) 585-0050

Hospital Affiliations
Admitting Hospitals

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  • Jefferson Memorial Hospital
  • Newport Medical Center

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Gallstones
Cholecystitis and Gallstones
Gallbladder Removal
Cholecystectomy with Robotic Assist
Laparoscopic Gallbladder Removal (Cholecystectomy)
Abdominal Pain
Anal and Rectal Cancer
Appendicitis
Colorectal Cancer
Diaphragmatic and Hiatal Hernia
Hemorrhoids
Incisional Hernia
Inguinal Hernia
Intestinal Diverticulosis
Umbilical Hernia
Colectomy
Duodenal Polypectomy
Endoscopy (Esophagus, Stomach, Small Intestine)
Excision, Shaving, or Destruction of Skin and Subcutaneous Tissue (incl. Mohs Micrographic Surgery), Tissue Transfer
Hemorrhoidectomy or Excision of Anal Tags
Laparoscopic Appendectomy
Laparoscopic Inguinal Hernia Repair
Open Inguinal Hernia Repair
Port Placements or Replacements
Removal or Destruction of Rectal or Intestinal Tumor (incl. Colonoscopy, Proctosigmoidoscopy, Sigmoidoscopy and Control of Hemorrhage)
Abdominal Disorders
Anal or Rectal Pain
Anorectal Abscess
Ascites
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Barrett's Esophagus
Benign Neoplasm of the Digestive System
Benign Tumor
Bowel Strangulation
Breast Cancer
Colon Cancer
Congenital Anomaly Esophagus
Congenital Anomaly Intestine
Constipation
Crohn's Disease
Gastric Ulcer
Gastrointestinal Diseases
Hernia
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Hiatal Hernia
Hidradenitis
Hyperparathyroidism
Ileus
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Inflammatory Bowel Disease
Intestinal Abscess
Intestinal Obstruction
Lipomas
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Liver Cancer
Lung Cancer
Neoplasm of Gastrointestinal Tract
Parathyroid (Gland) Disease
Partial Lung Collapse
Pelvic Abscess
Pleural Effusion
Proctoptosis
Rectal Prolapse
Ruptured Aortic Aneurysm
Small Intestine Cancer
Spleen Disorders
Stomach Diseases
Thyroid Disease
Thyroid Nodule
Traumatic Brain Injury
Ulcer
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Ulcerative Colitis
Vascular Insufficiency of Intestines
Ventral Hernia
Abdominoplasty
Abscess or Cyst Drainage or Aspiration
Abscess or Fluid Incision and Drainage
Colostomy
Esophageal Surgery
Excision of Breast Tumor
Excision of Rectal Tumor
Gastroenterology Procedures
Gastrotomy
Hernia Repair
Incision and Removal of Foreign Object
Intestinal Transplant (incl. Enterectomy)
Laparoscopic Anti-Reflux Surgery
Laparoscopic Colon Surgery
Laparoscopic Incisional Hernia Repair
Laparoscopic Surgical Procedure
Laparoscopic Umbilical or Ventral Hernia Repair
Lymph Node Biopsy or Excision
Open Appendectomy
Soft Tissue Tumor Removal
Sphincterotomy
Thyroid Lobectomy
Thyroid Surgery
Thyroidectomy or Thyroid Lobectomy
Ventral Hernia Repair Laparoscopic
Wedge Resection Colon
Wound Repair
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    About Dr. Alexander Tummers, MD

    Specialties*
    • General Surgery

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    Years of Experience
    • 18 years of experience
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    Languages Spoken
    • English
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    NPI Number
    • 1467617993
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    Education & Certifications

    Internship
    • University of Tennessee / Knoxville Medical College
    Internship
    Medical Education
    • East Tennessee State University James H. Quillen College of Medicine
    Medical Education
    Undergraduate School
    • E TN St University
    Undergraduate School
    Board Certifications
    • General Surgery
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    Dr. Tummers has seen patients for Gallstones and Cholecystitis and Gallstones, and more. You can see other conditions treated by Dr. Tummers on their profile. Please call the provider’s office to confirm all visit reasons.

    6 patients have reviewed Dr. Tummers. The overall rating for this provider is 5.0. You can read verified reviews and ratings and leave your own review based on your experience with Dr. Tummers.

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