Dr. Ashim Kumar, MD
Concierge OBGYN physician, Encino, CA
Western Fertility InstituteDr. Kumar is a Concierge OBGYN physician at Western Fertility Institute who has focused in recent years on patients who need third-party reproduction.
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About Dr. Kumar
Dr. Kumar finished his medical education and his obstetrics and gynecology residency at Emory University in Atlanta, Georgia. He then did a fellowship in reproductive endocrinology and infertility through a combined program at UCLA and Cedars-Sinai Medical Center. In recent years he has focused on patients who need third-party reproduction, meaning an egg donor or a gestational surrogate.
He has a special interest in polycystic ovary syndrome, tubal disorders and male factor infertility. His care ranges from artificial insemination to in vitro fertilization. Dr. Kumar is Medical Director of WFI Surrogacy and personally meets and approves every candidate for the surrogate program.
He has published many articles in peer-reviewed journals, written textbook chapters and presented at the annual meeting of the American Society for Reproductive Medicine. He is Treasurer on the board of the South Asian Network.
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Western Fertility Institute accepts most major medical plans and bills insurance for infertility treatment, including IVF, in-network or out-of-network.
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Patient reviews
"Never makes patients feel uncomfortable about asking questions."
"Takes extra care to explain every option available."
"Offers medical expertise with kindness and patience."
Questions patients ask
Does Dr. Kumar take insurance?
Western Fertility Institute accepts most major medical plans and will bill insurance for infertility treatment, including IVF, in-network or out-of-network.
Is Dr. Kumar board certified?
Yes. Dr. Kumar is board certified in reproductive endocrinology and in obstetrics and gynecology.
Where did Dr. Kumar train?
He completed his medical education and residency in obstetrics and gynecology at Emory University. His fellowship was a combined program at UCLA and Cedars-Sinai Medical Center.
Does Dr. Kumar work with surrogates?
Dr. Kumar is Medical Director of WFI Surrogacy and personally reviews, meets and approves all candidates for the surrogate program.
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