Summary

Dr. Vivek Kumar is an ophthalmologist who specializes in comprehensive eye care and vision health. He earned his medical degree from New York University School of Medicine and completed his residency training at both Jamaica Hospital Medical Center and Greenwich Hospital. With 15 years of experience in ophthalmology, Dr. Kumar focuses on providing complete eye care services to patients throughout the region. He communicates with patients in English.

Dr. Kumar practices at multiple SightMD locations across New York, including Amityville, Little Neck, Hewlett, and Brentwood. He also maintains an affiliation with Greenwich Hospital. His expertise includes performing cataract surgery and treating dry eye conditions. Dr. Kumar conducts thorough eye examinations and uses advanced retinal imaging technology to assess patient vision and eye health. Patients rate his care highly, giving him an average rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 5
  • 15 years of experience
  • 19 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Jamaica Hospital Medical Center
  • 26 written reviews
  • 1 award
  • 1 specialty
  • 1 area of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 4 office locations
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Had a good bedside manner
  • Spent time with me

Awards

  • Vitals Preferred Provider

    • Vitals Preferred Provider Award
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Office Locations

Dr Vivek Kumar has 4 locations

SightMD

805 Broadway Ste 106Amityville, NY 11701
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu10:00 am - 6:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Sat8:00 am - 1:00 pm
Sun8:00 am - 2:00 pm

SightMD

5515 Little Neck Pkwy Ste L10Little Neck, NY 11362
Mon8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Tue9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 7:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 7:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:30 pm
Sat8:00 am - 1:00 pm
Sun9:00 am - 1:00 pm

SightMD

1229 Broadway Ste 210Hewlett, NY 11557
Mon9:00 am - 4:30 pm
Tue10:00 am - 6:00 pm
Wed9:00 am - 6:00 pm
Thu9:00 am - 4:30 pm
Fri9:00 am - 2:30 pm
SatClosed
Sun10:00 am - 4:00 pm

SightMD

601 Suffolk AveBrentwood, NY 11717
Mon7:30 am - 6:00 pm
Tue7:30 am - 6:30 pm
Wed7:00 am - 7:00 pm
Thu7:30 am - 6:30 pm
Fri7:30 am - 6:30 pm
Sat7:30 am - 1:00 pm
Sun9:00 am - 1:00 pm

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Dr Vivek Kumar, MDDr. George Tung, MDDr. Sing Your Li, MDDr James Maisel, MD
OphthalmologyOphthalmologyOphthalmologyOphthalmology
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
3.9 
4.9 
15 Years of Experience 43 Years of Experience 19 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English Speaks English, Italian
Amityville , NYBellmore , NYBellmore , NYHicksville , NY
Med School: New York University School of Medicine Med School: Weill Cornell Medical College Med School: Weill Cornell Medical College
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr Vivek Kumar

  • Blue Cross Blue Shield (BCBS) of Illinois
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield (BCBS) of Kansas City
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield (BCBS) of Louisiana
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield (BCBS) of Massachusetts
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield (BCBS) of Michigan
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield (BCBS) of Minnesota
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield (BCBS) of Mississippi
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield (BCBS) of Oklahoma
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield (BCBS) of Rhode Island
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield (BCBS) of Tennessee
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield (BCBS) of Texas
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield (BCBS) of Western New York
  • Blue Shield of Northeastern New York
  • Capital BlueCross
  • Empire Blue Cross Blue Shield (BCBS)
  • Excellus Blue Cross Blue Shield (BCBS)
  • Florida Blue - Blue Cross Blue Shield (BCBS) of Florida
  • Independence Blue Cross Blue Shield (BCBS)
  • UnitedHealthcare Community Plan

Medical Specialties

Dr Vivek Kumar has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr Vivek Kumar has the following area of expertise

  • Cataract Surgery

Certifications, License, & Education

15 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, New York, 2026, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

Jamaica Hospital Medical Center2021
Greenwich Hospital2018

Medical School

New York University School of MedicineGraduated in 2017
New York University (NYU)Graduated in 2017
Cornell UniversityGraduated in 2011

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which hospitals is Dr Vivek Kumar affiliated with?
Dr Vivek Kumar is affiliated with Greenwich Hospital.
What languages does Dr Vivek Kumar speak?
Dr Vivek Kumar speaks English.
Does Dr Vivek Kumar accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr Vivek Kumar accepts on their Vitals profile.
Is Dr Vivek Kumar accepting new patients?
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Does Dr Vivek Kumar accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
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