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Dr. Sunil Kumar MD

Speciality: Cardiology, Cardiac Electrophysiology
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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.

Certifications / Awards / Recognitions

Director of Electrophysiology
Osceola Regional Medical Center HCA Division (2021)
Diplomat of American Board of Internal Medicine-Cardiac Electrophysiology
American Board of Internal Medicine (2015)
Staff Cardiologist and Electrophysiologist
Florida Hospital (2015)
Diplomat of American Board of Internal Medicine-Cardiovascular Disease
American Board of Internal Medicine (2013)
American Board of Echocardiography
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Permanent State Medical License
Ohio (2012)
Permanent State Medical License
Nebraska (2010)
Diplomat of American Board of Internal Medicine
American Board of Internal Medicine (2010)
Top 1 decile in American Board of Internal Medicine Examination
American Board of Internal Medicine (2010)
1st Prize in Clinical Vignette Poster presentation
New York Chapter Meeting of American College of Physician (2010)
Featured in Marquis Who's Who in Medicine and Health Care
Marquis Who's Who (2009-10)
3rd Prize at Annual Housestaff Research Fair
Columbia University College of Physicians and Surgeons St. Luke’s Roosevelt Hospital NY (2010)
2nd Prize at Annual Housestaff Research Fair
Columbia University College of Physicians and Surgeons St. Luke’s Roosevelt Hospital NY (2008)
Travel Grant
National Obesity Meeting at Louisiana (2007)
Ranked 14th out of ~8000 applicants in PGIMER Chandigarh National Entrance Exam
PGIMER (2002)
Ranked 16th out of ~8500 applicants in All India Institute of Medical Science (AIIMS) National Entrance Exam
AIIMS (2002)
Ranked 4th out of ~25000 in UPSC (Combined Medical Services Exam India)
UPSC (2001)
Ranked 2nd in Indian Academy of Pediatric Intercollegiate Quiz
Academy of Pediatry India (2000)

Professional Experience

Institution Location Duration Position
Cardiology/Cardiac Electrophysiology Cardiac Clinic of Kissimmee Kissimmee, FL 06/2021 - Present Director of Electrophysiology
Osceola Regional Medical Center HCA Division, Kissimmee, FL 06/2021 - Present Director of Electrophysiology
Florida Hospital Orlando, FL 07/2015 - Present Staff Cardiologist and Electrophysiologist
Osceola Regional Medical Center Kissimmee, FL 07/2015 - Present Staff Cardiologist and Electrophysiologist
Orlando Regional Medical Center Orlando, FL 07/2015 - Present Staff Cardiologist and Electrophysiologist

Education & Training

Institution Location Year Program
OSU Columbus, OH Columbus, OH 2013-2015 Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiology Fellowship
University of Nebraska Medical Centre Omaha Omaha, NE 2010-2013 Fellowship in Cardiology
St. Luke’s Roosevelt Hospital Center, Columbia University College of Physicians and Surgeons New York, NY 2007-2010 Residency in Internal Medicine
Institute of Medical Education and Research (PGIMER) Chandigarh, India Chandigarh, India 2002-2005 Residency Training in Internal Medicine
Ruby Hall Clinic, University of Pune Pune, India 2001-2002 Internship
B.J. Medical College, University of Pune Pune, India 1996-2002 IBachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS)

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: MVolodarskiy A, Kumar S, Pracon R, Sidhu M, Kretov E, Mazurek T, Bockeria O, Kaul U, Bangalore S.
J Invasive Cardiol • 2018
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 • 2015
Super-response in Patients undergoing CRT Upgrades for Significant RV pacing
Authors: Kumar S, Kline D, Weiss R, et al..
Heart Rhythm Society Meeting • 2015
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 • 2015
Recurrent arrhythmia after Pulmonary Vein Isolation
Authors: Kumar S, Daoud E, Kalbfleisch S.
Journal of Innovations in Cardiac Rhythm Management • 2014
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 • 2013
Obstructive Sleep Apnea and Obesity
Authors: Kumar S, Kalra M.
Minerva Pneumologica • 2007
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 • 2007