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Anupama Kumar

MD

Hematologist-oncologist

Dr. Anupama Kumar is a hematologist-oncologist who specializes in caring for patients with multiple myeloma and other blood cancers. She also cares for patients who are undergoing treatments that include stem cell transplant, chemotherapy and cell therapies while in the hospital.

In research, Kumar leads clinical trials evaluating new treatments for patients with multiple myeloma.

Kumar earned her medical degree at Tufts University, where she also completed a residency in internal medicine. She completed a fellowship in hematology-oncology at University of California, San Diego, where she received specialized training in multiple myeloma and bone marrow transplant.


  • Education

    Tufts University, MD, 2016

  • Residencies

    Tufts Medical Center, Internal Medicine, 2019

  • Fellowships

    UC San Diego, Hematology-Oncology, 2023

  • Board Certifications

    Internal Medicine, American Board of Internal Medicine

    Medical Oncology, American Board of Internal Medicine

    Hematology, American Board of Internal Medicine

  • Academic Title

    Assistant Professor

Where I see patients (1)

    My reviews

    4.9

    Overall Experience
    87 Ratings
    About our process
    Sep 26, 2024
    Excellent experience!!
    Sep 21, 2024
    Excellent experience as always. Not rushed and very caring.
    Sep 16, 2024
    Professional at all times
    Sep 08, 2024
    Dr. Kumar is great!!
    Aug 31, 2024
    Dr Kumar is wonderful. She was well prepared and had read my chart.
    Aug 30, 2024
    Dr. Kumar was professional, effective and supportive!
    Aug 24, 2024
    Dr. Kumar explained my cancer from etiology through treatment in a simple and easy to understand way. It was a pleasure consulting with her.
    Aug 22, 2024
    My doctor was very good at explaining everything about my diagnosis in terms I could understand. She answered all my questions and explained a test that needed to happen next. We also talked about treatment available depending on the outcome from the test needed now. I liked this doctor very much. She is very knowledgeable and excellent at helping me better understand my diagnosis and what happens next.
    Aug 22, 2024
    She took all the time that we needed and explained the process in a way that we understood
    Aug 22, 2024
    Dr Kunmar is one of the best, kind, understanding doctors I have encountered at UCSF. Thank God for her and may God bless all your doctors with her talent for dealing with people,and easing their fears and concerns.
    Aug 15, 2024
    Care provide the best.
    Jun 25, 2024
    Privider was excellent!!
    Jun 07, 2024
    Dr. Kumar is excellent
    May 23, 2024
    Dr Kumar was very helpful, friendly, and professional. We were impressed by how much time she spent with us, really answering our questions. Thanks!
    May 20, 2024
    The doctor was very caring and professional. An excellent visit.
    May 19, 2024
    She was great. Met me where I was and tried to answer my many questions. Caring and kind and knowledgeable.
    May 18, 2024
    Dr. Kumar was very thorough and a efficient
    Apr 27, 2024
    Everybody was very pleasant and professional.
    Apr 23, 2024
    Dr. Kumar is an excellent doctor. She Is knowledgeable, caring and thorough in reviewing my condition and explaining any questions I might have.
    Apr 18, 2024
    Extremely Well
    Mar 21, 2024
    She addressed out biggest concerns, listened to us and let us ask extensive questions. She gave generously of her time.

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