Summary

Dr. Ashok Kumar specializes in pulmonology and internal medicine, bringing over five decades of medical expertise to his practice. He earned his medical degree from Government Medical College Amritsar and completed his residency at King Drew Medical Center. With 52 years of experience treating patients, Dr. Kumar has developed extensive knowledge in respiratory and internal medicine conditions. He is fluent in English, Spanish, and Tagalog, allowing him to communicate effectively with diverse patient populations.

Dr. Kumar maintains affiliations with several respected medical facilities, including Kindred Hospital Paramount, Centinela Hospital Medical Center, Memorial Hospital of Gardena, and College Medical Center Hawthorne, with practice locations throughout Hawthorne, Gardena, and Inglewood, California. His clinical focus includes managing high blood pressure emergencies and respiratory failure. He performs essential diagnostic procedures such as complete blood counts and chest X-rays to help diagnose and monitor patient conditions. Patients have given him an average rating of 2.8 out of 5 on Vitals.
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Quick Facts

  • 2.8
  • 52 years of experience
  • speaks Tagalog, Spanish, English
  • King Drew Medical Center
  • 2 specialties
  • 8 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 4 hospital affiliations
  • 3 office locations
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Flexible scheduling

Office Locations

Dr. Ashok Kumar has 3 locations

Memorial Hospital Of Gardena

1145 W Redondo Beach BlvdGardena, CA 90247

College Medical Center Hawthorne

13300 Hawthorne BlvdHawthorne, CA 90250

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PulmonologyPulmonologyInternal MedicineDermatology
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
2.8 
52 Years of Experience 16 Years of Experience 71 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks Tagalog, Spanish, English Speaks English, Hindi, Urdu Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English
Gardena , CAOrange , CALos Angeles , CALOS ANGELES , CA
Med School: Government Medical College Amritsar Med School: American University Of Antigua College Of Medicine Med School: University Of Michigan Medical School
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Ashok Kumar

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Medical Specialties

Dr. Ashok Kumar has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Ashok Kumar has the following 8 areas of expertise

  • Angiographic Visualization
  • Asthma
  • Chest Infection
  • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
  • Emphysema
  • Internal Medicine
  • Pneumonia
  • Tuberculosis (TB)

Certifications, License, & Education

52 Years Experience

Dr. Ashok Kumar holds an active medical license in the state of California.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of California that expires in 2027.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at King Drew Medical Center.

Medical School

Graduated from Government Medical College Amritsar in 1974.

NPI Number

Dr. Kumar's NPI number is 1518963032.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does Dr. Ashok Kumar accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. Ashok Kumar has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Is Dr. Ashok Kumar accepting new patients?
Dr. Ashok Kumar has not indicated that they accept new patients. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
What languages does Dr. Ashok Kumar speak?
Dr. Ashok Kumar speaks Tagalog, Spanish, and English.
Does Dr. Ashok Kumar accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Ashok Kumar accepts on their Vitals profile.
Which hospitals is Dr. Ashok Kumar affiliated with?
Dr. Ashok Kumar is affiliated with Kindred Hospital Paramount, Centinela Hospital Medical Center, MEMORIAL HOSPITAL OF GARDENA, and College Medical Center Hawthorne.

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