In 2026, Dr. Cummings, director at Sutter’s San Francisco Coordinating Center, was honored by Research.com and joined the National Academy of Medicine for his global impact on clinical research.
He co-led the SOMMA study, which has published 50 scientific papers on aging and mobility, and pioneered osteoporosis treatments now widely used worldwide.
Dr. Cummings’ research also advanced breast cancer prevention and geroscience, influencing care models such as Sutter Senior Care clinics to improve health and independence for aging populations.
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