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Dr. Senthil Sukumar, MD, MS

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Specializes in: Hospital Medicine (Hospitalist) and Adult Hematology

University of Missouri-Kansas City School of Medicine

Professional interests include: thrombosis (blood clots), thrombophilia (clotting disorders), bleeding, and more.

1919 Old Spanish Trail
Houston, TX 77054

(832) 957-6500

Dr. Senthil Sukumar, MD, MS is a hospitalist in Houston, TX specializing in hospital medicine (hospitalist) and adult hematology. He graduated from University of Missouri-Kansas City School of Medicine. Dr. Senthil Sukumar, MD, MS is affiliated with Baylor College of Medicine.

Office Locations

Address:

1919 Old Spanish Trail
Houston, TX 77054

Address:

7200 Cambridge Street Floor 10
Houston, TX 77030

Some issues Dr. Senthil Sukumar, MD, MS can help you with:

Anemia

Anemia is the most common blood disorder. It occurs when the body does not have enough red blood cells to carry oxygen to the tissues. Blood loss, insufficient red blood cell production, and red blood cell destruction are the three main causes of anemia. These issues may arise from such conditions as iron deficiency, heavy periods, ulcers, kidney disease, as well as some forms of cancer.

An individual with anemia will have the following symptoms: shortness of breath, weakness, dizziness, cold hands or feet, paleness, and irritability. Anemia is diagnosed when blood tests show low counts for hemoglobin, which is the protein responsible for carrying oxygen to different tissues throughout the body.

Treatments for anemia are dependent on the kind of anemia an individual has. For example, iron supplementation may correct iron deficiency anemia. For anemia caused by chronic kidney failure, chemotherapy treatments, and HIV/AIDS, a group of medications called erythropoiesis-stimulating agents may be prescribed.

Thrombocytopenia (Low Platelet Count)

Thrombocytopenia is a disorder where people have too few platelets. With too few platelets in the bloodstream, the blood is unable to properly clot. People with thrombocytopenia may experience prolonged external and internal bleeding. Large purple bruises (ecchymoses) and small red skin spots (petechiae) in the skin and mouth are common in those with thrombocytopenia. Other symptoms of the disorder include bleeding gums, blood in bodily fluids, and fatigue. Thrombocytopenia most often arises from a different condition or treatment, such as alcoholism, autoimmune disease, cancer treatments, viruses (such as Hepatitis C and HIV), bone marrow diseases (such as leukemia and aplastic anemia), enlarged spleen, and exposure to toxic chemicals. In rare cases, thrombocytopenia is inherited.

If a doctor suspects a patient has a thrombocytopenia, a complete blood count (CBC) or platelet count test helps determine the concentration of platelets in a person's blood at a given time. Thrombocytopenia can be diagnosed by hematologists using advanced tests on platelet samples. Flow cytometry tests detect abnormalities by evaluating the characteristics of a platelet sample using targeted lasers and lights.

Treatments for low platelet counts include steroids like Prednisone, that can assist with platelet production. If a patient's low platelet count is caused by spleen problems, spleen removal (splenectomy) may be recommended. To treat the prolonged bleeding caused by thrombocytopenia, doctors frequently prescribe Dempressin, a hormone that promotes blood clotting. Antifibrinolytic medications such as tranexamic acid may also aid in the promotion of clotting and the prevention of bleeding. For patients with severe platelet disorders (either low platelet count and dysfunctional platelets), blood transfusions may be prescribed. Platelet blood transfusions deliver donated platelets to patients intravenously, replenishing the volume of functioning platelets.

Patients can also modify their lifestyle to better manage their disorder and minimize complications. Patients with low blood counts should avoid blood-thinning medications, alcohol, and activities that could lead to injury. Many people with thrombocytopenia can live healthy and fulfilling lives with proper treatment and precautions.

hospital care	358
inpatient care	358

**Gender**
Male	73
Female	87

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	94
Black	41
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	53
From 75 to 84	45
85 and over	19
Less than 65	43

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	66
Stroke	15
Ischemic Heart Disease	55
Depression	57
Chronic Kidney Disease	72
Asthma	15
Osteoperosis	16
Atrial Fibrilation	18
Heart Failure	44
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	38
Diabetes	41
Dementia	44
Cancer	20

hospital care	392
inpatient care	392

**Gender**
Male	79
Female	84

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	95
Black	45
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	57
From 75 to 84	46
85 and over	27
Less than 65	33

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	71
Stroke	13
Ischemic Heart Disease	64
Depression	56
Chronic Kidney Disease	75
Asthma	14
Osteoperosis	16
Atrial Fibrilation	20
Heart Failure	56
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	35
Diabetes	52
Dementia	46
Cancer	25

Average Medicare Procedure Volume From 2018 - 2021

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Senthil Sukumar, MD, MS for Medicare patients.

The highest averages for the top procedures that Dr. Senthil Sukumar, MD, MS treated as a hospitalist in Houston, TX were hospital care and inpatient care.

doctor visit	10
hospital care	375
inpatient care	375

Average Medicare Patient Data From 2018 - 2021

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Senthil Sukumar, MD, MS.

**Gender**
Male	15
Female	17

**Ethnicity**
Black / African American	8
Asian / Pacific Islander	0
Non-Hispanic White	18
Native American / Alaskan Native	0
Hispanic	0
Other	0

**Age**
75 to 84	9
85 and over	4
Less than 65	7
65 to 74	11

Average of Total of Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Senthil Sukumar, MD, MS From 2018 - 2021

The highest averages of the most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Senthil Sukumar, MD, MS treated were chronic kidney disease, hypertension, high cholesterol and depression.

Hypertension	15
High Cholesterol	13
Stroke	2
Ischemic Heart Disease	11
Depression	11
Chronic Kidney Disease	14
Asthma	2
Osteoporosis	3
Heart Failure	10
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	7
Diabetes	9
Atrial Fibrillation	3
Cancer	4
Dementia	9

Education & Training

Dr. Senthil Sukumar, MD, MS graduated from University of Missouri-Kansas City School of Medicine. He completed residency at University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center at Dallas and Affiliated Hospitals. He has a state license in Texas.

Medical School: University of Missouri-Kansas City School of Medicine

Residency: University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center at Dallas and Affiliated Hospitals

Licensed In: Texas

Affiliations & Hospitals

Dr. Senthil Sukumar, MD, MS is associated with these hospitals and organizations:

Baylor College of Medicine

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General Payments

These charts describe general payments received by Dr. Senthil Sukumar, MD, MS. Doctors may receive payments for a number of reasons, including meal compensation, travel compensation, and consulting.

**Payments by Company**
Novo Nordisk Inc	$245 REBINYN $245
GENZYME CORPORATION	$113 ENJAYMO $88	CABLIVI $25
Agios Pharmaceuticals, Inc.	$101 PYRUKYND $101
Boston Scientific Corporation	$55 LITHOVUE $55
Alexion Pharmaceuticals, Inc.	$35 ULTOMIRIS $35

**Types of Payments**
Food and Beverage	$549

Biography

Dr. Senthil Sukumar is a Houston, TX physician who specializes in hospital medicine (hospitalist) and adult hematology. After attending the University of Missouri-Kansas City School of Medicine, Dr. Sukumar completed his residency training at a hospital affiliated with the University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center at Dallas. He is professionally affiliated with Baylor College of Medicine.