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Dr. Alexander Tummers, MD

General Surgery* Age 45
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Dr. Alexander Tummers, MD is a General Surgeon in Morristown, TN.
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Dr. Alexander Tummers, MD

General Surgery* Age 45
Morristown, TN
Accepting new patients
18 years of experience
Dr. Alexander Tummers, MD is a General Surgeon in Morristown, TN.

About

Dr. Tummers graduated from East Tennessee State University James H. Quillen College of Medicine. Dr. Alexander Tummers, MD is a General Surgeon in Morristown, TN and has 18 years experience. Dr. Tummers currently practices at Gen Surg Of East Tennesee and are affiliated with Jefferson Memorial Hospital and Newport Medical Center. Dr. Tummers has experience treating conditions like Gallstones and Cholecystitis and Gallstones among other conditions at varying frequencies. At present, Dr. Tummers received an average rating of 5.0/5 from patients and has been reviewed 6 times. Dr. Tummers' office accepts new patients. Dr. Tummers is board certified in General Surgery and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Gallstones
Cholecystitis and Gallstones
Gallbladder Removal
Gallstones
Cholecystitis and Gallstones
Gallbladder Removal
Gallstones
Cholecystitis and Gallstones
Gallbladder Removal
Laparoscopic Gallbladder Removal (Cholecystectomy)
Abdominal Pain
Anal and Rectal Cancer
Appendicitis
Colorectal Cancer
Constipation
Diaphragmatic and Hiatal Hernia
Hemorrhoids
Incisional Hernia
Inguinal Hernia
Intestinal Diverticulosis
Lipomas
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Small Intestine Cancer
Umbilical Hernia
Colectomy
Duodenal Polypectomy
Hemorrhoidectomy or Excision of Anal Tags
Laparoscopic Appendectomy
Laparoscopic Inguinal Hernia Repair
Laparoscopic Umbilical or Ventral 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)
Ventral Hernia Repair Laparoscopic
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
Cholangiocarcinoma
Colon Cancer
Congenital Anomaly Esophagus
Congenital Anomaly Intestine
Crohn's Disease
Esophageal Diverticulum
Gastric Ulcer
Gastrointestinal Diseases
Hernia
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Hiatal Hernia
Hidradenitis
Hyperparathyroidism
Ileus
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Inflammatory Bowel Disease
Intestinal Abscess
Intestinal Diverticulitis
Intestinal Obstruction
Liver Cancer
Lung Cancer
Neoplasm of Gastrointestinal Tract
Obstructed Inguinal Hernia
Parathyroid (Gland) Disease
Partial Lung Collapse
Pelvic Abscess
Pleural Effusion
Proctoptosis
Rectal Prolapse
Ruptured Aortic Aneurysm
Spleen Disorders
Stomach Diseases
Thyroid Cancer
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
Destruction of Anal Tumor
Enterostomy (Laparoscopic or Open)
Esophageal Surgery
Excision of Breast Tumor
Excision of Rectal Tumor
Excision, Shaving, or Destruction of Skin and Subcutaneous Tissue (incl. Mohs Micrographic Surgery), Tissue Transfer
Femoral Hernia Repair, Open
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
Lymph Node Biopsy or Excision
Open Appendectomy
Proctectomy
Soft Tissue Tumor Removal
Sphincterotomy
Thyroid Lobectomy
Thyroid Surgery
Thyroidectomy or Thyroid Lobectomy
Wedge Resection Colon
Wound Repair

Insurance Accepted

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  • Cigna PPO
    Open Access Plus
  • First Health (Coventry Health Care) PPO
  • HealthyBlue Advantage
    HealthyBlue 2.0
  • MultiPlan PPO
  • Curative PPO
    Curative EPO
    Curative PPO Plus
  • Choice Care PPO
  • Blue Card PPO
  • Choice Plus POS II
  • National (BlueCard) PPO
  • Superior Health Plan

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

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Apr 27, 2021
Dr Tummers is a great Dr. He takes time to listen and talk to you. He did my surgery an did a awesome job. He is there if you need to talk to him. There needs to be more doctors like him.
Janet Garnett — Apr 27, 2021
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Specialties*
General Surgery
Specialties*
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • East Tennessee State University James H. Quillen College of Medicine
    2006
Medical Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • General Surgery
Board Certifications
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Internship

Internship
  • University of Tennessee / Knoxville Medical College
    2007
Internship
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Frequently Asked Questions

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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Alexander Tummers, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Tummers' profile.

Dr. Tummers frequently treats the following conditions: Gallstones and Cholecystitis and Gallstones. See more on Sharecare.

Dr. Alexander Tummers, MD is affiliated with Jefferson Memorial Hospital and Newport Medical Center.

Yes, Dr. Alexander Tummers, MD holds board certification in General Surgery.

Hospital Affiliations

  • Jefferson Memorial Hospital

    110 Hospital Dr, Jefferson City, TN

  • Newport Medical Center

    435 2nd St, Newport, TN