Gautam Kumar
Expertise in
10
conditions

Dr. Gautam Kumar

Ophthalmology
Georgia Eye Partners
10080 Medlock Bridge Road, 
Duluth, GA 
39 Years of Experience
Expertise in
10
conditions
Georgia Eye Partners
10080 Medlock Bridge Road, 
Duluth, GA 

Overview

Gautam Kumar is an Ophthalmologist in Duluth, Georgia. Dr. Kumar has been practicing medicine for over 39 years is highly rated in 10 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Coronary Heart Disease, Pulmonary Embolism, Cardiac Tamponade, Atherectomy, and Thrombectomy.

His clinical research consists of co-authoring 164 peer reviewed articles and participating in 7 clinical trials. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.

Graduate Institution

Washington University School Of Medicine, 1987.0

Residency

The University of Chicago Medicine

Specialties

Ophthalmology

Licenses

Internal Medicine in GA

Board Certifications

American Board Of Ophthalmology, 1992

Fellowships

Univ of Connecticut Health Center

Hospital Affiliations

Grady Memorial Hospital
Emory University Hospital Midtown

Languages Spoken

English
Italian
Spanish

Gender

Male

Insurance

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Aetna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
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  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Humana
  • HMO
  • INDEMNITY
  • POS
  • PPO
Oscar
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • PPO
UnitedHealthcare
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  • HMO
  • POS
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Locations

Georgia Eye Partners
10080 Medlock Bridge Road, Duluth, GA 30097

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.

7 Clinical Trials

RELIEVE-HF TRIAL: REducing Lung congestIon Symptoms Using the v-wavE Shunt in adVancEd Heart Failure
RELIEVE-HF TRIAL: REducing Lung congestIon Symptoms Using the v-wavE Shunt in adVancEd Heart Failure
Enrollment Status: Active_not_recruiting
Publish Date: August 19, 2025
Intervention Type: Other, Device
Study Phase: Not Applicable
Validation of OCT-based FUnctional diagnoSIs of corONary Stenosis (FUSION)
Validation of OCT-based FUnctional diagnoSIs of corONary Stenosis (FUSION)
Enrollment Status: Completed
Publish Date: February 21, 2025
Intervention Type: Procedure, Other
Evaluation of Treatment Strategies for Severe CaLcIfic Coronary Arteries: Orbital Atherectomy vs. Conventional Angioplasty Technique Prior to Implantation of Drug-Eluting StEnts: The ECLIPSE Trial
Evaluation of Treatment Strategies for Severe CaLcIfic Coronary Arteries: Orbital Atherectomy vs. Conventional Angioplasty Technique Prior to Implantation of Drug-Eluting StEnts: The ECLIPSE Trial
Enrollment Status: Unknown
Publish Date: October 06, 2023
Intervention Type: Device
Study Phase: Not Applicable
DEFINE PCI: Physiologic Assessment of Coronary Stenosis Following PCI
DEFINE PCI: Physiologic Assessment of Coronary Stenosis Following PCI
Enrollment Status: Completed
Publish Date: May 10, 2022
Intervention Type: Diagnostic test
Effect of Alirocumab on Saphenous Vein Graft Atherosclerosis: The Alirocumab for Stopping Atherosclerosis Progression in Saphenous Vein Grafts (ASAP-SVG) Pilot Trial
Effect of Alirocumab on Saphenous Vein Graft Atherosclerosis: The Alirocumab for Stopping Atherosclerosis Progression in Saphenous Vein Grafts (ASAP-SVG) Pilot Trial
Enrollment Status: Terminated
Publish Date: September 16, 2021
Intervention Type: Drug
Study Phase: Phase 4
Practical Evaluation of Fractional Flow Reserve (FFR) and Its Associated Alternate Indices During Routine Clinical Procedures
Practical Evaluation of Fractional Flow Reserve (FFR) and Its Associated Alternate Indices During Routine Clinical Procedures
Enrollment Status: Completed
Publish Date: February 07, 2020
Intervention Type: Device
Percutaneous Ventricular Restoration in Chronic Heart Failure Due to Ischemic Heart Disease
Percutaneous Ventricular Restoration in Chronic Heart Failure Due to Ischemic Heart Disease
Enrollment Status: Terminated
Publish Date: June 23, 2017
Intervention Type: Device
Study Phase: Phase 3
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163 Total Publications

Concurrent maternal stress and THC exposure during pregnancy alters adolescent behavioral outcomes and corticolimbic molecular programs.
Concurrent maternal stress and THC exposure during pregnancy alters adolescent behavioral outcomes and corticolimbic molecular programs.
Journal: bioRxiv : the preprint server for biology
Published: July 16, 2025
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Gautam Kumar

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You can book an appointment with Dr. Gautam Kumar by calling their office at 770-623-3931. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.

Is Dr. Gautam Kumar a top-rated expert for Atherectomy?

MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Gautam Kumar is classified as an Advanced expert for Atherectomy, 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. Gautam Kumar specialize in?

While Dr. Gautam Kumar is a Ophthalmology, they have specific expertise in Atherectomy, Thrombectomy, and Coronary Heart Disease. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Ophthalmology.

Does Dr. Gautam Kumar participate in research or clinical trials?

Yes. Dr. Gautam Kumar has published 163 articles and abstracts on conditions like Atherectomy. You can view a list of Dr. Gautam Kumar's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.

Does Dr. Gautam Kumar accept my insurance?

Dr. Gautam Kumar accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 770-623-3931 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

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