Dr. Thomas Ward Cummings MD
Family Practitioner
5845 Beaumont Ave La Jolla CA, 92037About
Dr. Thomas Cummings is a family practitioner practicing in La Jolla, CA. Dr. Cummings specializes in comprehensive health care for people of all ages. In addition to diagnosing and treating illnesses, family practitioners also put focus on preventative care with routine checkups, tests and personalized coaching on how to maintain a healthy lifestyle. Dr. Cummings possesses immense general knowledge on maintaining health and today, family practitioners provide more care for the underserved and rural populations than any other medical specialty.
Education and Training
University of California 1978
University of California 1979
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