Overview
Ashok Kumar, MD, specializes in anesthesiology and is board-certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology. He practices at UPMC Altoona. Dr. Kumar received his medical degree from the Government Medical College, Patiala and completed residencies at Columbia University Vagelos College of Physicians and Surgeons and Albert Einstein College of Medicine, in addition to a fellowship at Government Medical College, Amritsar.
Dr. Kumar is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Sacroiliac Joint Disease, Gallbladder Disease, Vertebroplasty, and Bone Graft.
Dr. Kumar is board certified in American Board Of Anesthesiology and American Board Of Anesthesiology - Anesthesiology. He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 31 peer reviewed articles. Dr. Kumar is currently accepting new patients.
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Locations
700 High Street, Williamsport, PA 17701
Clinical Research
Clinical research consists of overseeing clinical studies of patients undergoing new treatments and therapies, and publishing articles in peer reviewed medical journals. Providers who actively participate in clinical research are generally at the forefront of the fields and aware of the most up-to-date advances in treatments for their patients.
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Fred Usoh is an Anesthesiologist practicing medicine in Edwardsville, Pennsylvania. Dr. Usoh is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Sacroiliac Joint Disease.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Ashok S. Kumar
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Ashok S. Kumar?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Ashok S. Kumar by calling their office at 570-321-1279. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Ashok S. Kumar a top-rated expert for Sacroiliac Joint Disease?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Ashok S. Kumar is classified as an Advanced expert for Sacroiliac Joint Disease, meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.
What conditions does Dr. Ashok S. Kumar specialize in?
While Dr. Ashok S. Kumar is a Anesthesiology, they have specific expertise in Sacroiliac Joint Disease, Vertebroplasty, and Bone Graft. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Anesthesiology.
Does Dr. Ashok S. Kumar participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Ashok S. Kumar has published 31 articles and abstracts on conditions like Sacroiliac Joint Disease. You can view a list of Dr. Ashok S. Kumar's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Ashok S. Kumar accept my insurance?
Dr. Ashok S. Kumar accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Capital Blue Cross. We recommend calling the office directly at 570-321-1279 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
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- Sacroiliac Joint DiseaseDr. Kumar isAdvanced. Learn about Sacroiliac Joint Disease.
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- Bone GraftDr. Kumar isExperienced. Learn about Bone Graft.
- Gallbladder DiseaseDr. Kumar isExperienced. Learn about Gallbladder Disease.
- VertebroplastyDr. Kumar isExperienced. Learn about Vertebroplasty.