4.1
12 Ratings with 8 written Reviews
Summary
Dr. Girija Kumar treats hypertensive emergency and hypertension and has practiced family medicine for 39 years. She is board-certified in internal medicine by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Kumar earned her medical degree from Madras Medical College, Dr. M.G.R. Medical University in India and completed residency training at Advocate Lutheran General Hospital in 1996. She sees patients in Chicago, Illinois. Patients on Vitals rate Dr. Kumar 4.1 out of 5.
Overview based on verified provider data
Quick Facts
- 39 years of experience
- 33 insurance plans accepted
- speaks English
- Finch U Hlth Sci/Chgo M Sch, Internal Medicine; Advocate Lutheran Gen Hosp, Internal Medicine
- 8 written reviews
- 1 specialty
- 6 areas of expertise
- 1 board certification
- 1 office location
- Female
Patients’ Perspective
- Gave an accurate diagnosis
- Had a good bedside manner
- Spent time with me
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Office Location
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| Girija Kumar, MD | Dr. Kevin M Smith, MD | Dr. Sherwonna Barron, DNP, APRN, FNP-BC, FPA | Tatanisha Funches, FNP |
| Family Medicine | Family Medicine | Family Medicine | Family Medicine |
| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | |
| 39 Years of Experience | |||
| No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | Virtual Visit Available | Virtual Visit Available |
| Speaks English | Speaks English, Spanish | Speaks English | |
| Chicago , IL | Chicago , IL | Bolingbrook , IL | Oak Park , IL |
| Med School: Madras Med Coll, Dr M G R Med University, Madras, Tn, India | Med School: The University of Iowa College of Medicine | ||
Current Profile | View Profile | View Profile | View Profile |
Insurance Plans Accepted by Girija Kumar
Medical Specialties
Girija Kumar has the following specialty
Specialty Expertise
Girija Kumar has the following 6 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
39 Years Experience
Girija Kumar holds an expired medical license in the state of Illinois. They are board certified in Internal medicine by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
Board Certifications
Board certified in Internal medicine by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
Medical License
Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of Illinois that expired in 2026.
Education & Training
Residency
Completed their residency at Finch U Hlth Sci/Chgo M Sch, Internal Medicine; Advocate Lutheran Gen Hosp, Internal Medicine, University Of Health Sciences/Chicago Medical School in 1997, Advocate Lutheran General Hospital in 1996, Finsh University Health Scis in 1994, and Luth Genl Hospital in 1994.
Medical School
Graduated from Madras Med Coll, Dr M G R Med University, Madras, Tn, India in 1987.
NPI Number
Girija Kumar's NPI number is 1861486250.
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- Where is Girija Kumar's office located?
- Girija Kumar's office is located at 1500 S Fairfield Ave, Chicago, IL, 60608.
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- You can find contact information for Girija Kumar here on Vitals.
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