
Overview
Kevin K. Kumar, MD, PhD, is a pediatric neurosurgeon at Dell Children’s Medical Center and serves as surgical director of Neuro-Oncology in Austin, Texas. He specializes in the treatment of pediatric brain and spine tumors, vascular malformations, craniofacial disorders and epilepsy. He is board-eligible through the American Board of Neurological Surgery and the American Board of Pediatric Neurological Surgery.
Dr. Kumar is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Schizencephaly, Tethered Cord Syndrome, Hydrocephalus, Thrombectomy, and Deep Brain Stimulation.
He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 22 peer reviewed articles. Dr. Kumar is currently accepting new patients.
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Locations
4910 Mueller Blvd, Ste 300, Austin, TX 78723
9010 N Lake Creek Pkwy, Ste 300, Austin, TX 78717
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.
Dell Children's Medical Group - Neurosurgery Pavilion 300
Elias Rizk, MD, is a pediatric neurosurgeon with UT Health Austin who practices at Dell Children's in Austin, Texas. He specializes in surgical care for pediatric brain, spine and nerve system conditions, including spina bifida, scoliosis and the surgical management of epilepsy. By working with your child's neurologist, Dr. Rizk takes the time to understand your child and their symptoms. Using a complete evaluation with imaging and testing, Dr. Rizk creates a personalized surgery plan for your child. He specializes in pediatric neurosurgery for children of all ages, including in utero. Dr. Rizk is highly rated in 37 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hydrocephalus, Femoral Nerve Dysfunction, Mononeuritis Multiplex, Gastrostomy, and Nerve Decompression. Dr. Rizk is board certified in ABPNS-The American Board Of Pediatric Neurological Surgery - Pediatric Neurological Surgery and The American Board Of Neurological Surgery - Neurological Surgery. Dr. Rizk is currently accepting new patients.
Texas Center For Pediatric And Congenital Heart Disease
Charles D. Fraser, Jr., MD, is a board-certified, fellowship-trained pediatric cardiothoracic surgeon at Dell Children's in Austin, Texas. Dr. Fraser surgically repairs congenital heart defects in children and adults, and acquired heart conditions. He is trained in pediatric cardiac surgery using robotic-assisted, minimally invasive surgical techniques. Dr. Fraser collaborates with a team of doctors to provide the comprehensive care your child needs. Dr. Fraser is highly rated in 12 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Transposition of the Great Arteries, Congenital Heart Disease (CHD), Double Aortic Arch, Heart Transplant, and Thrombectomy. Dr. Fraser is board certified in The American Board Of Surgery - Surgery, The American Board Of Thoracic Surgery - Congenital Cardiac Surgery, and The American Board Of Thoracic Surgery - Thoracic And Cardiac Surgery. Dr. Fraser is currently accepting new patients.
University Of Texas Physicians
Sri Chalikonda is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Austin, Texas. Dr. Chalikonda is highly rated in 5 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Pancreatic Cancer, Pseudomyxoma Peritonei, Bile Duct Cysts, Pancreaticoduodenectomy, and Hepato-Pancreato-Biliary Surgery. Dr. Chalikonda is board certified in The American Board Of Surgery - General Surgery. Dr. Chalikonda is currently accepting new patients.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Kevin K. Kumar
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Kevin K. Kumar?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Kevin K. Kumar by calling their office at 512-324-0907. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Kevin K. Kumar a top-rated expert for Schizencephaly?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Kevin K. Kumar is classified as an Advanced expert for Schizencephaly, 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. Kevin K. Kumar specialize in?
While Dr. Kevin K. Kumar is a General Surgery, they have specific expertise in Schizencephaly, Thrombectomy, and Deep Brain Stimulation. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within General Surgery.
Does Dr. Kevin K. Kumar participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Kevin K. Kumar has published 22 articles and abstracts on conditions like Schizencephaly. You can view a list of Dr. Kevin K. Kumar's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Kevin K. Kumar accept my insurance?
Dr. Kevin K. Kumar accepts most major insurance plans, including Oscar. We recommend calling the office directly at 512-324-0907 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
MediFind evaluates expertise by pulling from factors such as number of articles a doctor has published in medical journals, participation in clinical trials, speaking at industry conferences, prescribing and referral patterns, and strength of connections with other experts in their field.
Learn more about MediFind’s expert tiers
- Advanced
- SchizencephalyDr. Kumar isAdvanced. Learn about Schizencephaly.
- Experienced
- Arteriovenous MalformationDr. Kumar isExperienced. Learn about Arteriovenous Malformation.
- Brain HerniationDr. Kumar isExperienced. Learn about Brain Herniation.
- Brain TumorDr. Kumar isExperienced. Learn about Brain Tumor.
- Cerebral Arteriovenous MalformationDr. Kumar isExperienced. Learn about Cerebral Arteriovenous Malformation.
- Cerebrospinal Fluid LeakDr. Kumar isExperienced. Learn about Cerebrospinal Fluid Leak.
- Chiari MalformationDr. Kumar isExperienced. Learn about Chiari Malformation.

