Summary

Dr. Sushma Prakash has practiced internal medicine, geriatric medicine, and hospice and palliative medicine for 46 years and is affiliated with Kaiser Permanente Downey Medical Center and Kaiser Permanente South Bay Medical Center. She treats Alzheimer's disease, cognitive impairment, and dementia. Dr. Prakash earned her medical degree from Sarojini Naidu Medical College and completed her residency at Kern Medical Center. She sees patients in Downey, Bellflower, and Harbor City, California.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 2.5
  • 46 years of experience
  • Kern Medical Center
  • 3 written reviews
  • 3 specialties
  • 17 areas of expertise
  • 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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46 Years of Experience 30 Years of Experience 44 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English Speaks English Speaks English
Downey , CACosta Mesa , CANewport Beach , CANorwalk , CA
Med School: Sarojini Naidu Medical College Med School: Western Univ Health Sci College Of Osteopathic Medicine Of The Pacific Med School: Dow Medical College
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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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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.
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