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Dr. Kenneth Summer, MD

Pediatrics* Age 65
Dr. Kenneth Summer, MD
5.0 (3 Ratings)

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Dr. Kenneth Summer, MD

Pediatrics* Age 65
Hickory, NC
Accepting new patients
39 years of experience

Offers telehealth

Dr. Kenneth Summer, MD is a Pediatrician in Hickory, NC.

About

Dr. Summer graduated from UNIVERSITY OF SOUTH CAROLINA AT AIKEN. Dr. Kenneth Summer, MD is a Pediatrician in Hickory, NC and has 39 years experience. Dr. Summer currently practices at Practice and are affiliated with Catawba Valley Medical Center and Frye Regional Medical Center. Dr. Summer has experience treating conditions like Acute Upper Respiratory Infection, Pharyngitis and Fever among other conditions at varying frequencies. At present, Dr. Summer received an average rating of 5.0/5 from patients and has been reviewed 3 times. Dr. Summer's office accepts new patients and telehealth appointments. Dr. Summer is board certified in Pediatrics and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Acute Upper Respiratory Infection
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Acute Upper Respiratory Infection
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Acute Upper Respiratory Infection
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Pubic Lice (Crabs)
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Locations

  1. 1 The Childhealth Center PA
    1455 25th Avenue Dr NE, Hickory, NC 28601
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (828) 322-4453
  2. 2 Iredell Neurospine
    1375 4th Street Dr NW, Hickory, NC 28601
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (828) 322-4453

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Specialties*
Pediatrics
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Education

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Medical Education
  • UNIVERSITY OF SOUTH CAROLINA AT AIKEN
    1985
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  • Pediatrics
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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Kenneth Summer, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Summer's profile.

Dr. Summer frequently treats the following conditions: Acute Upper Respiratory Infection, Pharyngitis and Fever. See more on Sharecare.

Dr. Kenneth Summer, MD is affiliated with Catawba Valley Medical Center and Frye Regional Medical Center.

Yes, Dr. Kenneth Summer, MD holds board certification in Pediatrics.

Hospital Affiliations

  • Catawba Valley Medical Center

    810 Fairgrove Church Rd, Hickory, NC

  • Frye Regional Medical Center

    420 N Center St, Hickory, NC