Orthopedic Surgery, Elbow, Knee, Orthopedics, Shoulder, Sports Medicine
Tyler, Mount Pleasant, Longview, Athens
Most recent review: 1 week ago
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4.9
1.1K Ratings
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Dr. David Kummerfeld, M.D., is a Board Certified Orthopedic Surgeon specialising in Sports Medicine, particularly the Shoulder and Elbow, at Azalea Orthopedics.
He earned his Doctor of Medicine from UT Medical Branch, 2008 and a B.S. in Biology from Baylor University, 2003. He completed his Orthopedic Surgery Residency (Scott & White Hospital) and a sub-specialty Shoulder and Elbow Reconstruction Fellowship (Kerlan-Jobe Orthopaedic Clinic).
Dr. Kummerfeld is an expert in Shoulder and Elbow Reconstruction and Trauma.
Dr. David Kummerfeld, M.D., is a Board Certified Orthopedic Surgeon specialising in Sports Medicine, particularly the Shoulder and Elbow, at Azalea Orthopedics.
He earned his Doctor of Medicine from UT Medical Branch, 2008 and a B.S. in Biology from Baylor University, 2003. He completed his Orthopedic Surgery Residency (Scott & White Hospital) and a sub-specialty Shoulder and Elbow Reconstruction Fellowship (Kerlan-Jobe Orthopaedic Clinic).
Dr. Kummerfeld is an expert in Shoulder and Elbow Reconstruction and Trauma.
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Dr. Kummerfield explained everything to me in terms I understood. I would highly recommend Dr. Kummerfield .
(1 week ago)
Mar-2026
Always professional and caring!
(2 weeks ago)
Mar-2026
Listened intently, examined thoroughly, and advised appropriately on future treatment approaches.
(2 weeks ago)
Mar-2026
Great doctor!
(1 month ago)
Feb-2026
Respectful, understanding, empathic, knowledgeable. Listen patiently to my complain showing he honestly cares for my needs.
(1 month ago)
Feb-2026
Dr. Kummerfield was great with me. He was attentive and truly wants you to get back to your normal life after surgery.
(1 month ago)
Feb-2026
Nice Doctor explained everything very well
(2 months ago)
Jan-2026
Dr. Kummerfeld was great. Answered all my questions.
(3 months ago)
Dec-2025
Dr Kummerfield was very knowledgeable about my shoulder pain and set up a plan to move forward in resolving that pain. He was genuinely kind and explained everything so I understood what was going on.
Dr. David Kummerfeld, M.D., is a Board Certified Orthopedic Surgeon who specializes in shoulder and elbow arthroscopy/replacement and upper extremity injuries.
After graduating from medical school at The University of Texas Medical Branch at Galveston, Dr. Kummerfeld completed his residency in orthopedic surgery at Texas A&M/ Scott and White Memorial Hospital in Temple, TX. Dr. Kummerfeld received advanced training from the world-renowned Kerlan-Jobe Orthopedic Clinic in Los Angeles, California, where he studied and performed advanced shoulder and elbow surgeries.
In 2019 – 2022, Dr. Kummerfeld was honored by Texas Monthly Magazine with their Rising Stars Award. In 2023, 2024 and 2025, he was recognized as a Texas Monthly Magazine Super Doctor. He was also recognized as one of America’s Leading Doctors by Newsweek in 2025.
In September 2024, Dr. Kummerfeld was voted by readers of the Tyler Morning Telegraph as the Overall Winner of Best Orthopedist.
“I am privileged to serve my hometown and the people of East Texas who suffer from shoulder and elbow ailments. Orthopedic surgery has made many advancements; it’s rewarding to provide options for people who are suffering.” -Dr. Kummerfeld
Dr. Kummerfeld has the expertise and knowledge to treat a wide variety of sports-related injuries of the knee, shoulder, and elbow. He is the team physician for the Brook Hill School in Tyler.
Dr. Kummerfield explained everything to me in terms I understood. I would highly recommend Dr. Kummerfield .
Always professional and caring!
Listened intently, examined thoroughly, and advised appropriately on future treatment approaches.
Great doctor!
Respectful, understanding, empathic, knowledgeable. Listen patiently to my complain showing he honestly cares for my needs.
Dr. Kummerfield was great with me. He was attentive and truly wants you to get back to your normal life after surgery.
Nice Doctor explained everything very well
Dr. Kummerfeld was great. Answered all my questions.
Dr Kummerfield was very knowledgeable about my shoulder pain and set up a plan to move forward in resolving that pain. He was genuinely kind and explained everything so I understood what was going on.
Would recommend 100%