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About Dr. Sunil Kumar MD

Dr. Sunil Kumar, M.D., is an experienced cardiologist based in Kissimmee, Florida, with over 20 years of clinical practice in cardiovascular medicine. He specializes in the diagnosis and management of a broad range of cardiac conditions, including hypertension, coronary artery disease, and heart failure, with a focus on delivering comprehensive, patient-centered care.

Dr. Kumar earned his medical degree from B.J. Medical College, University of Pune, India. He is recognized for his commitment to evidence-based practice and for providing high-quality cardiovascular care aimed at improving patient outcomes.

Professional Experience

Cardiology/Cardiac Electrophysiology Cardiac Clinic of Kissimmee
Director of Electrophysiology · Kissimmee, FL
Osceola Regional Medical Center
Director of Electrophysiology · HCA Division, Kissimmee, FL
Florida Hospital
Staff Cardiologist and Electrophysiologist · Orlando, FL
Orlando Regional Medical Center
Staff Cardiologist and Electrophysiologist · Orlando, FL

Education & Training

OSU Columbus, OH
Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiology Fellowship · Columbus, OH
University of Nebraska Medical Centre Omaha
Fellowship in Cardiology · Omaha, NE
St. Luke’s Roosevelt Hospital Center, Columbia University College of Physicians and Surgeons
Residency in Internal Medicine · New York, NY
Institute of Medical Education and Research (PGIMER) Chandigarh, India
Residency Training in Internal Medicine · Chandigarh, India
Ruby Hall Clinic, University of Pune
Internship · Pune, India
B.J. Medical College, University of Pune
Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS) · Pune, India

Research & Publications

Drug-Eluting vs Bare-Metal Stents in Patients With Chronic Kidney Disease and Coronary Artery Disease: Insights From a Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis
Authors: Volodarskiy A, Kumar S, Pracon R, Sidhu M, Kretov E, Mazurek T, Bockeria O, Kaul U, Bangalore S
J Invasive Cardiol
Predictive Value of Programmed Ventricular Stimulation after Catheter based ablation of Post-Infarction Ventricular Tachycardia
Authors: Yokokawa M, Kim HM, Baser K, Stevenson W, Nagashima K, Bella PD, Vergara P, Hindricks G, Arya A, Zeppenfeld K, Silva MR, Daoud E, Kumar S, Kuck KH, Tilz R, Mathew S, Ghanbari H, Latchamsetty R, Morady F, Bogun F
JACC
Super-response in Patients undergoing CRT Upgrades for Significant RV pacing
Authors: Kumar S, Kline D, Weiss R, et al.
Heart Rhythm Society Meeting
Recurrent Inappropriate ICD shock: Header Bonding Malfunction in a Boston Vitality Device
Authors: Kumar S, Weiss R, Amin A, Houmsse M
Journal of Innovations in Cardiac Rhythm Management
Recurrent arrhythmia after Pulmonary Vein Isolation
Authors: Kumar S, Daoud E, Kalbfleisch S
Journal of Innovations in Cardiac Rhythm Management
Bare metal stents, durable polymer drug eluting stents, and biodegradable polymer drug eluting stents for coronary artery disease: mixed treatment comparison meta-analysis
Authors: Bangalore S, Toklu B, Amoroso N, Fusaro M, Kumar S, Hannan EL, Faxon DP, Feit F
BMJ
Obstructive Sleep Apnea and Obesity
Authors: Kumar S, Kalra M
Minerva Pneumologica
Association of Obstructive Sleep Apnea with Hyperinsulinemia in Adolescents with Severe Obesity
Authors: Kalra M, Kumar S, Fitz K, Chakraborty R, Wilson K, Garcia V, Inge T
Minerva Pneumologica

Certifications / Awards / Recognitions

Director of Electrophysiology
Osceola Regional Medical Center HCA Division
Diplomat of American Board of Internal Medicine-Cardiac Electrophysiology
American Board of Internal Medicine
Staff Cardiologist and Electrophysiologist
Florida Hospital
Diplomat of American Board of Internal Medicine-Cardiovascular Disease
American Board of Internal Medicine
Diplomat of American Board of Internal Medicine
American Board of Internal Medicine
Top 1 decile in American Board of Internal Medicine Examination
American Board of Internal Medicine