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Dr. Chitra Kumar, MD

Hematology* Age 72
Dr. Chitra Kumar, MD
3.1 (16 Ratings)

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Dr. Chitra Kumar, MD is a Hematologist in West New York, NJ.
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Dr. Chitra Kumar, MD

Hematology* Age 72
West New York, NJ
Accepting new patients
49 years of experience

Offers telehealth

Dr. Chitra Kumar, MD is a Hematologist in West New York, NJ.

About

Dr. Kumar graduated from RANCHI UNIVERSITY / MAHATMA GANDHI MEMORIAL MEDICAL COLLEGE. Dr. Chitra Kumar, MD is a Hematologist in West New York, NJ and has 49 years experience. Dr. Kumar currently practices at Practice and are affiliated with Hackensack University Medical Center, Hackensack Meridian Old Bridge Medical Center, JFK University Medical Center, Palisades Medical Center and Raritan Bay Medical Center. At present, Dr. Kumar received an average rating of 3.1/5 from patients and has been reviewed 16 times. Dr. Kumar's office accepts new patients and telehealth appointments. Dr. Kumar also speaks Hindi. Dr. Kumar is board certified in Internal Medicine and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Locations

  1. 1 Office
    5311 Kennedy Blvd E, West New York, NJ 07093
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (201) 864-7172
  2. 2 Regional Cancer Care Associates LLC
    15 Main St Ste 1, Edison, NJ 08837
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (908) 755-1165
  3. 3 Oncology-Hematology Assoc. of Central NJ PA
    2177 Oak Tree Rd Ste 104, Edison, NJ 08820
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (908) 755-1165

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3.1
Based on 16 Reviews
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Jul 09, 2022
Took her time to address my concerns. I saw her in Edison office
— Jul 09, 2022
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Languages Spoken
Hindi
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Specialties*
Hematology
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Education

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  • RANCHI UNIVERSITY / MAHATMA GANDHI MEMORIAL MEDICAL COLLEGE
    1976
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  • Internal Medicine and Medical Oncology
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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Chitra Kumar, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Kumar's profile.

Dr. Chitra Kumar, MD is affiliated with Hackensack University Medical Center, Hackensack Meridian Old Bridge Medical Center, JFK University Medical Center, Palisades Medical Center and Raritan Bay Medical Center.

Yes, Dr. Chitra Kumar, MD holds board certification in Internal Medicine and Medical Oncology.

Hospital Affiliations

  • Hackensack University Medical Center

    30 Prospect Ave, Hackensack, NJ

  • Hackensack Meridian Old Bridge Medical Center

    1 Hospital Plz, Old Bridge, NJ

  • JFK University Medical Center

    65 James St, Edison, NJ

  • Palisades Medical Center

    7600 River Rd, North Bergen, NJ

  • Raritan Bay Medical Center

    530 New Brunswick Ave, Perth Amboy, NJ