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Practice Focus Areas

This medical professional has a particular interest or expertise in:

Angioplasty and Stents
Coronary Artery Chronic Total Occlusion (CTO)
Patent Foramen Ovale
Structural Heart Disease
Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR)
Transcatheter Mitral Valve Therapy
Valvular Heart Disease

Education

Medical Education:: MD, Baylor College of Medicine - 2014
Residency:: Duke University Hospital - 2017
Fellowships:: Cleveland Clinic Foundation - 2020

Cleveland Clinic Foundation - 2022

Board Certifications

American Board of Internal Medicine - Internal Medicine (Certified)
American Board of Internal Medicine/Cardiovascular Disease - Cardiovascular Disease (Certified)
American Board of Internal Medicine/Interventional Cardiology - Interventional Cardiology (Certified)

Practice Groups and Affiliations

Medical Group:: Northwestern Medical Group
Alignment Category:: Northwestern Medicine Physician Network
On Medical Staff At:: Central DuPage Hospital

Delnor Hospital

Kishwaukee Hospital

Ratings and Reviews

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Overall Rating

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475 Ratings

Reviews from Patients

70 Reviews

Reviews from Patients

70 Reviews

February 27, 2026

5.0

Very professional

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February 19, 2026

5.0

Dr. Kumar is very thorough with excellent follow-up and shows concern for other health issues PAD. He has always been a calming force.

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February 12, 2026

5.0

From beginning to end this doctor has answered every question I asked with total professionalism. He put me at ease with a surgery that I faced. Great bed side manner as well

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February 11, 2026

5.0

Provided honest and caring treatment plan

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February 11, 2026

5.0

Anirudh Kumar, MD is very professional, patient, nice talented doctor. He explained to me my problems extremely well and clearly. I like him very much as my doctor as well as the person.

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February 11, 2026

5.0

Dr. Kumar has a gentleness yet knowledgeable personality. He listens, doesn't talk over you, and has patients of a saint dealing with elderly. The manner in which he deals with each case is individualized.

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February 09, 2026

5.0

Methodical, intelligent relatable

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February 06, 2026

5.0

I love Dr. Kumar!! He's very easy to talk to and understands all my concerns and always explains everything in detail.

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February 05, 2026

5.0

Dr. Kumar was great. This was my first time meeting him and it was for a consultation on some test results as a referral from my primary care physician. Dr. Kumar took the time to explain the test results and to show me what is going on and to talk to me about next steps and what to expect near term in my future

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January 30, 2026

5.0

Very pleased with Dr. Kumar. He answered all of our questions and provided f/u suggestions.

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January 29, 2026

5.0

He was great. Best NW Med. appointment I've ever had.

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January 23, 2026

5.0

Great Doctor

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January 21, 2026

5.0

Very thorough

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January 16, 2026

5.0

Answered all our questions was very in

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January 15, 2026

5.0

Caring and thorough

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January 14, 2026

5.0

Very personable. Knowledgeable and offered various solutions. Relaxed and felt like he was truly there to help ME.

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January 08, 2026

5.0

He very knowledgeable and I feel safe with all his decisions in my care

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December 17, 2025

5.0

Very knowledgeable Dr. and A very good communicator.

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December 13, 2025

5.0

He was clear and spoke to my level Made me very comfortable about the next steps

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December 11, 2025

5.0

Dr. Kumar was prompt, knowledgeable and personable.

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December 04, 2025

5.0

As I said above, Dr. Kumar explains everything clearly. He answered all of my questions to my satisfaction. I'm very picky, so he passed my "test" with flying colors.

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December 04, 2025

5.0

Analytical and solid diagnosis

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November 21, 2025

5.0

Very pleasant Dr to work with and highly professional. Will certainly recommend

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November 19, 2025

5.0

Excellent doctor It explains everything so well. It clears up your doubts. I would definitely recommend it.

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November 19, 2025

5.0

Dr Anirudh Kumar right from the beginning made me feel good and comfortable and this confidence of his made me recover fast. Thanks a lot Dr Anirudh Kumar

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November 13, 2025

5.0

Dr Kumar is excellent in every aspect.

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November 12, 2025

5.0

Excellent Dr

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November 07, 2025

5.0

He's my doctor!

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November 06, 2025

5.0

The Best

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November 06, 2025

5.0

Highly skilled and warm engaging personality

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October 29, 2025

5.0

Bedside manner, explains complex subjects clearly.

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October 29, 2025

5.0

He took time to explain things to me and put my mind at ease. He really cares about my heart health!! He has an amazing bedside manner as well.

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October 23, 2025

5.0

addressed my concerns

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October 23, 2025

5.0

He's a great person and doctor.

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October 18, 2025

5.0

Great dr

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October 17, 2025

5.0

Very thorough.

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October 02, 2025

5.0

Dr Kumar has a knack for helping his patients understand exactly what is going on with their heart and what options are available. He is a down to earth person with the gift of making you feel comfortable asking questions or sharing concerns.

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September 26, 2025

5.0

Very knowledgeable

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September 19, 2025

5.0

The level of and competency is very high, plus a great "bedside manner" and follow-up is all you can ask for. Yes I would recommend this doctor highly.

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September 14, 2025

5.0

Very personable and takes time to explain things.

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September 06, 2025

5.0

He answered all my questions and was very personable.

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August 21, 2025

5.0

Dr Kumar is excellent. Great bedside manner and explained everything in a way that was easy to understand. He really cares about his patients.

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August 11, 2025

5.0

He takes the time to talk to you and answer any questions you have and he's friendly and easy to talk to.

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August 11, 2025

5.0

Professional, skilled, personable. Easy to talk with

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August 10, 2025

5.0

Well received

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August 08, 2025

5.0

Knowledgeable and friendly

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August 07, 2025

5.0

he is a wonderful doctor. He is so knowledgeable, patient, caring, understanding, and he takes the time to share with you personally everything that's going on with your care. He listens and that means so much. I highly recommend him.

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August 05, 2025

5.0

Very pleasant doctor, explains medical issues clearly

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July 31, 2025

5.0

Very knowledgeable. Takes the time to explain options and details

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July 30, 2025

5.0

Dr. Kumar is truly the best of the best! He was completely instrumental in leading my journey back to good health! He is a kind and compassionate doctor who takes the time to listen to his patients! He is an amazing cardiologist and I highly recommend him! [name]

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July 30, 2025

5.0

Very attentive and expressive To give the best options and leave one with peace of mind.

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July 16, 2025

5.0

Dr Anirudh Kumar is extremely talented , professional cardiologist , very helpful and nice

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July 10, 2025

5.0

See above, in addition he answered all concerns with a good plan forward.

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June 27, 2025

5.0

I can't really say enough about Dr. Kumar. He's great. Not only did he efficiently take care of my cardiac issue, he also referred me to a vascular Dr. @ CDH to look at an issue I've been dealing with for yrs. The vascular Dr (Dr. [last name]) is awesome!

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June 26, 2025

5.0

The procedure I had was explained to me so I could understand

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June 12, 2025

5.0

Very thorough and if you have questions he gives you answers you can understand.

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June 11, 2025

5.0

He listens intently, care is based on person, doesn't rush, explains completely, and answers any and all questions. He has a calming demeanor.

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May 29, 2025

5.0

Dr. Kumar answers all the questions and listens to all the problems a patient has.

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May 23, 2025

5.0

He is very through & very nice!

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May 21, 2025

5.0

Takes time to answer questions

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May 19, 2025

5.0

He is a doctor that takes the time to talk with you and explain everything.

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May 17, 2025

5.0

He's a wonderful doctor that explains things that I can understand. Very easy to talk to, and also very compassionate.

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May 14, 2025

5.0

Your heart is in great hands

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May 14, 2025

5.0

He is incredible! He is kind, very knowledgeable and explained everything to me. I did not feel rushed and all my questions were answered.

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May 12, 2025

5.0

Kind

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May 08, 2025

5.0

My overall experience was excellent. Dr. Kumar is fairly young for a specialized physician, which I found to be a significant positive. Health care in our country is changing rapidly. It is comforting to consult with an individual whose education and experience demonstrate knowlege of the newest technology and treatment options available.

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May 07, 2025

5.0

See above. He definitely made me feel comfortable.

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May 07, 2025

5.0

Bed side care and health awareness.

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May 03, 2025

5.0

He is professional and personable.

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May 01, 2025

5.0

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Disclosures

Anirudh Kumar, MD reported no external professional relationships for calendar year 2024.

External Professional Relationships

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