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Dr. Anil Kumar, MD is a pediatrician in Lafayette, IN specializing in general pediatrics and pediatric cardiology. He graduated from Patna Medical College in 1981 and has 45 years of experience. Dr. Anil Kumar, MD is affiliated with Reid Health, Ascension St. Vincent Clay, Ascension St. Vincent Mercy, Ascension St. Vincent Carmel, Saint Joseph Health System, Ascension, Ascension St. Vincent Hospital - Indianapolis and Ascension St. Vincent Kokomo.
Saint Joseph Health System
Heart Problems
The heart is one of the most important organs in the body. This smooth muscle expands and contracts rhythmically an entire lifetime, pumping blood to the lungs and then to every other cell in the body. When heart problems occur, it becomes difficult for the body to get the nutrients and oxygen it needs via the blood. So while there are a variety of illnesses and disorders that affect the heart, most of them cause weakness, exhaustion and shortness of breath. The most common heart conditions include heart disease, angina, arrhythmia, and valve disorders.
Heart disease is the leading cause of death in the United States for both men and women. This includes coronary artery disease, heart attacks, congestive heart failure, and congenital heart disease. Some conditions, such as genetics, cannot be controlled. But there are many other things one can do to lower their risk for heart disease. Controlling high blood pressure and cholesterol levels, reducing or stopping smoking, exercising more and losing weight if needed, and eating a diet low in sodium can all protect the heart.
Angina is a squeezing type of chest pain that happens when the muscles around the heart don't get enough oxygen. It can be regular or infrequent. Usually, angina is caused by coronary heart disease. However, not all chest pain is angina. Chest pain can also be caused by a lung infection or panic attack, for example, so it is important to have any sudden pain checked.
Arrhythmia is the word for when the heart beats too fast, too slow, or irregularly with skipped beats. It can feel frightening, and depending on the type it can be dangerous, but in most cases arrhythmia is not serious and can be treated. It is very common, especially in older adults.
Heart valve problems can happen in any one of the the heart's four valves that keep blood flowing where it needs to go. Babies can be born with problems in their heart valves, or valves can be damaged by infections. The valves can stiffen and become less mobile, or they can stop closing properly and 'leak' when the heart beats. Valve problems can usually be repaired surgically.
Dr. Anil Kumar, MD graduated from Patna Medical College in 1981. He completed residency at University of Florida Health Science Center and Affiliated Hospitals. He is certified by the Pediatrics, American Board and has a state license in Indiana.
Medical School: Patna Medical College (1981)
Residency: University of Florida Health Science Center and Affiliated Hospitals
Board Certification: Pediatrics, American Board (1992)
Licensed In: Indiana
Dr. Anil Kumar, MD is associated with these hospitals and organizations:
Dr. Anil Kumar, MD has an exceptional overall rating with an average of 4.9 out of 5 stars based on 46 ratings. We collect ratings and reviews of Dr. Anil Kumar, MD from all over the web to help you find the right in Lafayette, IN.
These charts describe general payments received by Dr. Anil Kumar, MD. Doctors may receive payments for a number of reasons, including meal compensation, travel compensation, and consulting.
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$271
Edwards SAPIEN 3 Transcatheter Heart Valve $190 |
Edwards SAPIEN XT Transcatheter Heart Valve $81 |
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$125
GIAPREZA $125 |
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$111
EKOSONIC $111 |
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$89
Unify Assura $89 |
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$51
AMPLATZER Occluders $29 |
Connectivity and Remote care $21 |
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$92
OXTELLAR XR $33 |
Qbrelis $32 |
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Dr. Anil Kumar specializes in pediatric cardiology and practices in Indianapolis, IN, Lafayette, IN, and Kokomo, IN. His areas of expertise include heart problems. He is rated highly by his patients. Dr. Kumar attended Patna Medical College and then went on to complete his residency at Postgraduate Institute of Medical Education and Research, Chandigarh and a hospital affiliated with the University of Florida Health Science Center. His professional affiliations include Ascension St. Vincent Carmel, Ascension St. Vincent Clay, and Ascension St. Vincent Mercy.
