Summary

Dr. Sushma Prakash specializes in internal medicine, geriatric medicine, and hospice and palliative medicine. She earned her medical degree from Sarojini Naidu Medical College and completed her residency at Kern Medical Center. With 46 years of medical experience, Dr. Prakash brings extensive knowledge to caring for adult patients, particularly older adults and those facing serious illnesses.

Dr. Prakash practices at Kaiser Permanente medical facilities, including locations in Downey, Bellflower, and Harbor City, California. She focuses on treating conditions such as Alzheimer's disease, cognitive impairment, and dementia. Her practice includes providing adult immunizations, including flu and shingles vaccines. Patients have given her an average rating of 2.5 on Vitals.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 2.5
  • 46 years of experience
  • Kern Medical Center
  • 3 written reviews
  • 3 specialties
  • 17 areas of expertise
  • 3 board certifications
  • 2 hospital affiliations
  • 3 office locations
  • Female

Office Locations

Dr. Sushma Prakash has 3 locations

Kaiser Permanente Medical Group Bellflower Medical Offices

9400 Rosecrans AveBellflower, CA 90706
Mon8:30 am - 4:30 pm
Tue8:30 am - 4:30 pm
Wed8:30 am - 4:30 pm
Thu8:30 am - 4:30 pm
Fri8:30 am - 4:30 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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Dr. Sushma Prakash, MDDr. Sima Mirhashemi, DOKarthikeyan Viswanathan, DODr. George Mousa, MD
Internal MedicineInternal MedicineInternal MedicineInternal Medicine
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2.5 
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46 Years of Experience 30 Years of Experience 12 Years of Experience 17 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available
Speaks English Speaks English, Tamil
Downey , CANewport Beach , CAPalo Alto , CAUpland , CA
Med School: Sarojini Naidu Medical College Med School: Western Univ Health Sci College Of Osteopathic Medicine Of The Pacific Med School: Bassett Medical Center - Cooperstown, New York Med School: University Of Aleppo Faculty Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Sushma Prakash

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Medical Specialties

Dr. Sushma Prakash has the following 3 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Sushma Prakash has the following 17 areas of expertise

  • Alzheimer's Disease
  • Cognitive Issues/Testing
  • Confusion
  • Dementia
  • Dementia Testing
  • Diabetes
  • Diabetes Complications
  • EOL Care
  • Geriatric Medicine
  • Heart Diseases
  • Heart Failure
  • Hospice & Palliative Medicine
  • Osteopenia
  • Osteoporosis
  • Senility
  • Stroke
  • Urinary Incontinence

Certifications, License, & Education

46 Years Experience

Dr. Sushma Prakash 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 2025.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Kern Medical Center.

Medical School

Graduated from Sarojini Naidu Medical College in 1980.

NPI Number

Dr. Prakash's NPI number is 1720147325.

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Does Dr. Sushma Prakash accept my insurance?
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Which hospitals is Dr. Sushma Prakash affiliated with?
Dr. Sushma Prakash is affiliated with KAISER PERMANENTE DOWNEY MEDICAL CENTER and Kaiser Permanente South Bay Medical Center.
Where is Dr. Sushma Prakash's office located?
Dr. Sushma Prakash's office is located at 9333 Imperial Hwy, Downey, CA, 90242.
Does Dr. Sushma Prakash accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
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