Dr. Dilpat Kumar

Dilpat Kumar, MD, brings a patient-centered approach to cardiology and believes every patient deserves to be heard, respected and treated as a partner in their care. “Every heart tells a story,” he says, “and my role is to truly listen.” For Dr. Kumar, being a doctor is about more than just clinical care — it's about connection. “What I enjoy most about being a clinician is listening to my patients’ stories, building long-lasting relationships and having the privilege of watching them improve over time,” he says. “There’s something deeply rewarding about being part of someone’s healing journey – not just treating symptoms, but truly understanding their lives, earning their trust and celebrating their progress together.” Originally from Pakistan, Dr. Kumar came to the region for training and fell in love with the Appalachian Highlands. “The mountains ground me,” he says.

Dr. Kumar is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Congenital Coronary Artery Malformation, Lemierre Syndrome, Heart Tumor, and Atrial Myxoma.

Dr. Kumar is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine. He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 22 peer reviewed articles.