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Dr. Chitra Kumar, MD

Dr. Chitra Kumar, MD

Hematology*
45+ years of experience

Dr. Chitra Kumar, MD is a hematologist in West New York, NJ and has over 45 years of experience in the medical field. She graduated from RANCHI UNIVERSITY / MAHATMA GANDHI MEMORIAL MEDICAL COLLEGE in 1976. She is affiliated with medical facilities such as Hackensack University Medical Center and JFK University Medical Center. She is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

3.1 Star Rating
Based on 16 reviews 3.1 Star Rating (16 reviews)

Practice

5311 Kennedy Blvd E West New York, NJ 07093
Telehealth available

Make an Appointment

(201) 864-7172

Hospital Highlight

Dr. Kumar is affiliated with Hackensack University Medical Center Hackensack, a highly rated hospital.

At a Glance

  • Areas of Expertise
    Dr. Kumar specializes in the areas of Internal Medicine & Medical Oncology. • See board certifications
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ • See hospitals
  • Clean Hospital
    Patients said the hospital this doctor practices at is clean. • See hospitals
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Dr. Kumar's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Kumar

3.1

16 ratings, 7 with a written review
5 Star
50%
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4 Star
0%
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3 Star
0%
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2 Star
6%
6%
1 Star
44%
44%

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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
Helpful
Jul 09, 2022
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What went well
  • Explained conditions well
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Long wait times
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Marina Cardoso – Oct 06, 2021
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Long wait times
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NJ – Jan 09, 2019
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Long wait times
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Eileen R in Demarest NJ – Oct 06, 2017
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What went well
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
Helpful
Union City, NJ – Jul 27, 2017
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Long wait times
Helpful
John in Rahway – Apr 01, 2016
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
Helpful
Lillian in Union City, NJ – Dec 23, 2015
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About Me

biography

Dr. Chitra Kumar, MD is a hematologist in West New York, NJ and has over 45 years of experience in the medical field. She graduated from RANCHI UNIVERSITY / MAHATMA GANDHI MEMORIAL MEDICAL COLLEGE in 1976. She is affiliated with medical facilities...read more

  • Hematology

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  • Ranchi University / Mahatma Gandhi Memorial Medical College

    Medical School, 1976
National Board of Physicians and Surgeons®
National Board of Physicians and Surgeons®
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Internal Medicine
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Medical Oncology
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Locations

Practice

Office5311 Kennedy Blvd E West New York, NJ 07093
1
Regional Cancer Care Associates LLC15 Main St Ste 1 Edison, NJ 08837
2

Practice

Oncology-Hematology Assoc. of Central NJ PA2177 Oak Tree Rd Ste 104 Edison, NJ 08820
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Hackensack University Medical Center

    30 Prospect Ave
    Hackensack, NJ 07601
    Recipient of 29
    hospital awards

    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

    View all awards

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    83%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    1% lower than the national average

    75%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    1% lower than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • JFK University Medical Center

    65 James St
    Edison, NJ 08820
    Recipient of 16
    hospital awards

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

    View all awards

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    78%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    6% lower than the national average

    70%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    6% lower than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Hackensack Meridian Old Bridge Medical Center

    1 Hospital Plz
    Old Bridge, NJ 08857
    Recipient of 2
    hospital awards
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