RONALD SUMMERS, MD
WakeMed Wake Orthopaedics
Functional Medicine MDs
Focusing on foundational health through functional medicine for lasting wellness.
Credentials & Training
Federally verified- Credential
- MD
- Medical school
- University of Kansas School of Medicine (kc/Wich/Sal)
- Graduated
- 1992
- Medicare specialty
- Orthopedic Surgery
- Group practice
- Wakemed Specialists Group LLC · 868 clinicians
- Medicare assignment
- Accepted — bills the Medicare-approved amount as payment in full
Sourced from the CMS Doctors & Clinicians national file, last checked September 2026.
About
WakeMed Wake Orthopaedics in Raleigh, North Carolina, provides care within a large group practice setting. This specialty focuses on identifying and addressing the root causes of health issues rather than just managing symptoms. Care often involves nutritional guidance, lifestyle modifications, and functional testing to restore optimal bodily function.
Functional medicine approaches health by examining the interplay between genetics, environment, and lifestyle to support the body's innate ability to heal. Conditions addressed can include digestive disorders, chronic fatigue, and hormonal imbalances. Visits typically involve detailed history taking and targeted diagnostic testing.
The practice accepts Medicare and operates within a large group setting. Specific details regarding payment models or direct patient billing are not detailed.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the primary focus of functional medicine?
Functional medicine focuses on identifying and addressing the root causes of health issues rather than just managing symptoms.
Does this type of care look at lifestyle factors?
Yes, care often involves nutritional guidance and lifestyle modifications to support the body's innate ability to heal.
Is this specialty appropriate for chronic issues?
The specialty addresses conditions such as digestive disorders, chronic fatigue, and hormonal imbalances.
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