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13 Ratings with 13 written Reviews
Summary
Dr. Sonal Kumar graduated summa cum laude from Washington University in St. Louis in 2002 and obtained her medical degree in 2006 from Washington University School of Medicine. She subsequently completed internal medicine internship and residency at Barnes-Jewish Hospital - Washington University School of Medicine and then Gastroenterology and Hepatology fellowship at Brigham and Women’s Hospital - Harvard University. During fellowship, she also received her Master of Public Health from the Harvard School of Public Health. Dr. Kumar is board certified in Internal Medicine and Gastroenterology/Hepatology.Dr. Kumar is an Assistant Professor of Medicine and currently is the Director of Clinical Hepatology at Weill Cornell Medical College. Her clinical interests include non-alcoholic fatty liver disease, viral hepatitis, genetic/autoimmune liver disease and alcoholic liver disease. Dr. Kumar also has a background in clinical research and is involved in multiple clinical trials. She is …a member of the American Association for the Study of Liver Diseases, the European Association for the Study of the Liver, the Empire Liver Foundation, and the American College of Gastroenterology. Dr. Kumar also routinely performs upper endoscopy and colonoscopy.
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I recently saw Dr. Sonal Kumar and GI Fellow Emily Smith, and I couldn’t be more appreciative of the care they provided. Dr. Kumar is incredibly knowledgeable and has a thoughtful, patient way of explaining things that immediately makes you feel comfortable and understood. She went through everything with me in detail and never made me feel rushed. Emily Smith was also wonderful—thorough, attentive, and truly caring. She listened closely to my concerns and helped me understand the next steps clearly. Both Dr. Kumar and Emily created an environment where I felt supported, informed, and genuinely cared for. I’m very grateful for their time and expertise and highly recommend their team for anyone seeking outstanding care.
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Quick Facts
- accepting new patients
- 20 years of experience
- 9 insurance plans accepted
- speaks English
- Washington University In St Louis School Of Medicine
- 13 written reviews
- 1 award
- 2 specialties
- 9 areas of expertise
- 2 board certifications
- 1 hospital affiliation
- 1 office location
- Female
Patients’ Perspective
- Gave an accurate diagnosis
- Had a good bedside manner
- Spent time with me
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Awards
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Sonal Kumar
Medical Specialties
Sonal Kumar has the following 2 specialties
Specialty Expertise
Sonal Kumar has the following 9 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
20 Years Experience
MEDICAL LICENSE
Medical Doctor, New York, 2026, Active
EDUCATION & TRAINING
Medical School
Washington University In St Louis School Of MedicineGraduated in 2006
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