Elbow, Knee Surgery, Orthopedics, Shoulder, Sports Medicine
Tyler, Mount Pleasant, Longview, Athens
Most recent review: 2 days 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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Very professional and helpful. Advice about treatment was very helpful.
(2 days ago)
Oct-2026
He is so sweet and very good manners.
(6 days ago)
Oct-2026
Dr. K is exceptionally knowledgeable, thorough, and thoughtful in his approach to patient care. He came highly recommended, and after my experience with him, I understand why. I travel three hours to see him, and the quality of care, attention to detail, and confidence I have in his expertise make the drive well worth it. I highly recommend Dr. K to anyone seeking a physician who is genuinely committed to achieving the best possible results for his patients.
(1 week ago)
Sep-2026
Very friendly, thorough, and professional.!
(1 week ago)
Sep-2026
He is excellent, none better
(1 week ago)
Sep-2026
Excellent Dr
(3 weeks ago)
Sep-2026
He has a wonderful bedside manner. My surgery and recovery time was good and I would highly recommend Dr Kummerfeld!
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.
Very professional and helpful. Advice about treatment was very helpful.
He is so sweet and very good manners.
Dr. K is exceptionally knowledgeable, thorough, and thoughtful in his approach to patient care. He came highly recommended, and after my experience with him, I understand why. I travel three hours to see him, and the quality of care, attention to detail, and confidence I have in his expertise make the drive well worth it. I highly recommend Dr. K to anyone seeking a physician who is genuinely committed to achieving the best possible results for his patients.
Very friendly, thorough, and professional.!
He is excellent, none better
Excellent Dr
He has a wonderful bedside manner. My surgery and recovery time was good and I would highly recommend Dr Kummerfeld!
Great!
Empathetic. Thorough. Knowledgable.
Good information!