Lake Cumberland Regional Hospital Welcomes Two New Physicians to the Medical Staff

Lake Cumberland Regional Hospital (LCRH) is excited to announce the addition of two highly skilled physicians to its medical staff: Laura P. Zigler, DO, a board-certified general surgeon, and Steven R. Cooperman, DPM, MBA, AACFAS, a specialist in reconstructive rearfoot and ankle surgery.
 
Dr. Laura P. Zigler joins Lake Cumberland Regional Hospital with experience in general surgery, particularly endoscopy and breast surgery. She is passionate about rural healthcare and strongly committed to providing compassionate, patient-centered care. Her broad experience in general surgery, including advanced endoscopic techniques, will enhance the hospital’s surgical offerings and improve access to high-quality healthcare in our community.
 
Dr. Zigler completed her residency in general surgery at Western Michigan University, where she specialized in trauma and acute care surgery. With a Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine degree from Des Moines University and several leadership roles within the American College of Surgeons, Dr. Zigler is a valuable addition to the medical staff.
 
Dr. Zigler is now accepting patients at Lake Cumberland Surgery Specialists, located at 26 Oxford Way, Suite B, Somerset, KY 42503; appointments can be made by calling 606.425.4298.
 
Dr. Steven R. Cooperman brings specialized experience in reconstructive rearfoot and ankle surgery to Lake Cumberland Regional Hospital. Dr. Cooperman recently completed an advanced fellowship in Reconstructive Rearfoot and Ankle Surgery at The Orthopedic Foot and Ankle Center, where he trained under nationally recognized orthopedic surgeons. His work focused on complex trauma cases, reconstructive surgeries, and innovative treatment techniques.
 
Dr. Cooperman earned his Doctor of Podiatric Medicine degree with top honors from the Western University of Health Sciences and completed his residency at Highlands/Presbyterian St. Luke’s Medical Center in Denver, Colorado, where he served as Chief Resident. In addition to his medical training, Dr. Cooperman holds an MBA, further demonstrating his commitment to advancing healthcare.
 
Dr. Cooperman is now accepting patients at Lake Cumberland Orthopedics and Surgical Podiatry, located at 163 Tower Circle, Somerset, KY 42503; appointments can be made by calling 606.679.7464.
 
Carolyn Sparks, CEO of Lake Cumberland Regional Hospital, shared, “We are thrilled to welcome Dr. Zigler and Dr. Cooperman to our medical staff. Their dedication to patient care and specialized skills will greatly benefit our community, expanding our ability to provide the highest quality healthcare close to home.”
 
With the addition of Dr. Zigler and Dr. Cooperman, Lake Cumberland Regional Hospital continues its mission to deliver specialized, high-quality care to the residents of the region.

For more information about Dr. Zigler, Dr. Cooperman, and our full medical staff, please visit the Find-a-Doctor portal at LakeCumberlandHospital.com/find-a-doctor.