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Prashanth Ashok Kumar, MD, FACP

Specialties

Medical Oncology, Hematology

Board Certification

  • Internal Medicine
  • Hematology
  • Medical Oncology
Primary Location

Washington

2150 Pennsylvania Avenue NW
Washington, DC 20037

202-741-2210
Biography

Dr. Prashanth Ashok Kumar is a Board-certified medical oncologist and hematologist who specializes in thoracic oncology, neuro-oncology, and sarcomas. He also manages patients with a wide variety of cancers and blood disorders. After receiving his medical degree from P.S.G. Institute of Medical Sciences and Research in India, he completed a residency program in internal medicine at the State University of New York, Upstate Medical University in Syracuse, NY. Following his interest in specialty training, Dr. Ashok Kumar began a three-year fellowship in hematology-oncology at State University of New York, Upstate Medical College, Syracuse, NY. He served as the chief fellow for his program from 2023-2024 and garnered significant appreciation for developing the fellowship. He is also a Fellow of the American College of Physicians and is developing a committee for International Medical Graduates.

Dr. Ashok Kumar has several publications, abstracts, case reports, and presentations in various platforms and peer-reviewed indexed journals. He is Board Certified in Internal Medicine, Medical Oncology, and Hematology and is a member of multiple professional societies. His utmost priority is to provide the best care for his patients. He also loves animals and enjoys traveling and hiking.

Education & Experience

Medical School

  • PSG Institute of Medical Sciences and Research

Residency

  • State University of New York (SUNY) Upstate

Fellowship

  • SUNY Upstate

Affiliations

  • GW School of Medicine & Health Sciences.
  • Assistant Professor of Medicine

Practicing Locations

Washington

GW / Foggy Bottom
2150 Pennsylvania Avenue NW
Washington, DC 20037