Summary

Dr. Parmod Kumar is a gastroenterology specialist who also practices internal medicine, bringing nearly five decades of medical expertise to his patients. He earned his medical degree from Government Medical College Patiala and completed his residency at SUNY. With 48 years of experience treating digestive disorders and providing comprehensive internal medicine care, Dr. Kumar has developed extensive knowledge in managing complex gastrointestinal conditions. He communicates with patients in both English and Spanish.

Dr. Kumar practices at Sierra View Medical Center in Porterville, California, and maintains affiliations with Adventist Health Tulare and Southern Inyo Hospital. He specializes in diagnosing and treating abdominal pain, gastritis, and hemorrhoids. His procedural expertise includes performing colonoscopies, lower GI endoscopies, and upper GI endoscopies to help diagnose and monitor digestive health issues. Patients have given him an average rating of 3.5 stars.

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Quick Facts

  • 3.5
  • 48 years of experience
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • Suny
  • 13 written reviews
  • 2 specialties
  • 11 areas of expertise
  • 3 hospital affiliations
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Had a good bedside manner
  • Flexible scheduling

Office Location

Sierra View Medical Center

465 W Putnam AvePorterville, CA 93257

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3.5 
48 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available
Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English Speaks English Speaks English
Porterville , CALittle Rock , ARMontgomery , ALSacramento , CA
Med School: State University Of New York Downstate Medical Center College Of Medicine Med School: Chamberlain University College of Nursing Med School: Georgia State University Med School: The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston
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Medical Specialties

Dr. Parmod Kumar has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Parmod Kumar has the following 11 areas of expertise

  • Abdominal Pain
  • Acid Reflux Disease (Gastroesophageal Reflux / GERD)
  • Acid Reflux Disease (GERD)
  • Celiac Disease
  • Colonoscopy
  • Constipation
  • Hemorrhoids
  • Hepatitis C
  • Internal Medicine
  • Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
  • Ulcerative Colitis

Certifications, License, & Education

48 Years Experience

Dr. Parmod Kumar holds an expired medical license in the state of California.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of California that expired in 2026.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Suny.

Medical School

Graduated from State University Of New York Downstate Medical Center College Of Medicine and Government Medical College Patiala in 1978.

NPI Number

Dr. Kumar's NPI number is 1104886142.

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Dr. Parmod Kumar is affiliated with Adventist Health Tulare, Southern Inyo Hospital, and Sierra View Medical Center.
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Dr. Parmod Kumar speaks English and Spanish.
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