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Dr. Michael Sumida, MD

Dr. Michael Sumida, MD

General Surgery*
30+ years of experience

Dr. Michael Sumida, MD is a general surgeon in Athens, TN and has over 30 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of Kentucky in 1994. He is affiliated with Starr Regional Medical Center Athens. He is accepting new patients.

3.4 Star Rating
Based on 16 reviews 3.4 Star Rating (16 reviews)

Practice

719 Cook Dr Ste 109 Athens, TN 37303

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Dr. Sumida's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Sumida

3.4
16 ratings, 13 with a written review
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Have had 2 procedure’s with Dr. Sumida. He has always been very pleasant and precessional. I will always go to him for any surgeries he’s able to do.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Cindy Cline – Jun 23, 2023
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We have used him twice and love him. He is a very skilled surgeon
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Staff friendliness
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
3 others found this helpful
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R Croft – Aug 11, 2021
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Unfortunately I had Dr Sumida as my doctor first visit he wore no mask second and third visit I had to request he wear a mask notice still some office Personnel not wearing masks how disrespectful he has the empathy of 1 I told him of my ordeal when it came to my recovery he was more interested in getting me out of the visiting room I explained to him that I had absolutely no pain medicine whatsoever due to the insistence of two nurses that I still take the prescription I tried to point out to the nurses. It would make me vomit and being quickly rushed out after surgery and scent home to soon my recovery was excruciating when it came to his empathy it was still zero I don't understand when he has complaints like this as I seen his other reviews from other patients that are not happy with him why he has not been reprimanded something needs to be done
What went well
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Office environment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
1 other person found this helpful
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Jacqueline A Mott – Feb 14, 2021
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My husband has received the very best care from Dr Sumida!
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Aug 01, 2020
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I had a terrible illness and had to go to the ER. I was not sure what doctor I would be seeing. I did not have a primary doctor. Dr Sumida was on call and he examined me. I had to have blood drawn and some tests. I ended up having my gallbladder taken out. He drew on the paper towel in the ER my gallbladder and explained what was going to happen. I think he did a great job. My surgery went well and I had no complications. I’m surprised that someone put he didn’t explain things and got upset if they asked questions. This was not my experience at all. I would definitely recommend him to my friends and family.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Athens Tn – Jul 21, 2020
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Dr. Sumida is fantastic. He tells you the truth and takes excellent care of you. He does what has to be done for you to get the best outcome. My second surgery and third time to be in his care. I highly recommend him.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
3 others found this helpful
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May 09, 2019
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Very good doctor
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
2 others found this helpful
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Cleveland, TN – Nov 19, 2018
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Great Dr. and staff. Took great care of me before and after surgery.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
2 others found this helpful
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Decatur, TN – Aug 28, 2018
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Mother has had two occurrences of bowel obstruction and has been under the care of Dr Sumida each time. He is caring, through and doesn't rush into surgery unless it is absolutely necessary. He explains everything simply and is very personable. I'm so happy that he was on call the first time so that he became Mother's doctor.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
2 others found this helpful
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Marilyn/ Susan – Aug 02, 2018
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Absolutely the worst Dr. I have ever encountered. He yelled at me for asking questions, about my back and stomach and demanded I leave his office. He didn't want me asking ANY questions. Was easily irritated. Didn't seem to care about me as a person. By far the worst doctor I have ever been to.
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
6 others found this helpful
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May 10, 2018
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Very disappointed with this doctor. He is in too much of a hurry and does not explain what he is going to do. Does not explain after surgery either. Can't ask questions. Will not use again. I want questions answered. Come back in three years! I don't think so!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Staff friendliness
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
5 others found this helpful
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Athens – Feb 23, 2018
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This doctor does not explain what he is doing. Gets aggravated if you ask him questions! Does not take time to talk with patient. He is not a people person at all.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Staff friendliness
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
5 others found this helpful
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Etowah,TN – Feb 16, 2018
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This dr. May be good surgeon but does not care for his patients. Do surgery then he is done! Does not explain anything. Go somewhere else!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Staff friendliness
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
3 others found this helpful
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Feb 08, 2018
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Dr. Michael Sumida, MD is a general surgeon in Athens, TN and has over 30 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of Kentucky in 1994. He is affiliated with Starr Regional Medical Center Athens. He is accepting new patients.
  • General Surgery

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  • University Of Kentucky

    Medical School, 1994
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Office719 Cook Dr Ste 109 Athens, TN 37303
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Practice

Tennessee Valley Anesthesia PLLC105 N Meadows Dr Athens, TN 37303
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Practice

Starr Regional Medical Center1114 W Madison Ave Athens, TN 37303
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