About us

Dr. Vinod Kumar is the Medical Director of the Vascular and Leg Center in Bakersfield, California. He has a reputation as being an excellent provider who is passionate about his work. Dr. Kumar made the decision to become a cardiovascular specialist because he has a passion for protecting and saving people from heart disease and preventing amputations.

Save a life, save a leg.

“As a Cardiovascular specialist I often make lifesaving decision. But I also spend time with patients, thoroughly explaining their diagnosis and treatment. This broad commitment to cardiovascular medicine helps me not only save lives, but increase the longevity and quality of them.” – Dr. Vinod Kumar

Dr. Kumar is a family oriented man who enjoys to do yoga, meditate, and listen to music. He is a vegetarian and his favorite vegetable is Eggplant. He enjoys watching Hindi movies, with one of his favorites being Rab Ne Bana Di Jodi. Dr. Kumar’s favorite vacation spot is Disneyland because it is a time where he can be with his family and he also enjoys going on cruises.
Clinical Interests and Experience
Board Certifications

California # A49366
Board Certified in Internal Medicine in 1989
Board Certified in Cardiology in 1991
Board Re-Certified in Cardiology in 2001 and 2011
Board Certified in Nuclear Cardiology in 2001 and 2011
Board Certified in Interventional Cardiology in 2002 and 2011
Board Certified in Vascular Medicine in 2013
Board Certified in Endovascular Medicine in 2013
Fellow of American College of Cardiology

Education & Training

“In medical school, I worked hard to earn the best education possible. Afterward, I perfected my skills in cardiovascular medicine under some of the nation’s leading cardiovascular specialists, including Dr. DeBakey, the originator of open- heart bypass surgery. Today, I apply this extensive training on a daily basis- to preserve and improve the lives of patient’s right here in our community.”
Education

Interventional Cardiology Fellow, UCLA Scholl of Medicine, CA
Fellowship in Cardiology, Baylor College of Medicine, Huston, TX (Program Director: R. Roberts, M.D.)
Residency in Internal Medicine at Wayne State University School of Medicine, Detroit, MI
Medical School, Obtained M.D., University Medical College, Rohtak, India

Training

Coronaries
Percutaneous Trans luminal Coronary Angioplasty.
Percutaneous Trans luminal Coronary Atherectomy (DVI)Percutaneous Trans luminal Rotablator Arherectomy
Percutaneous Trans luminal Excimer Laser Angioplasty
Coronary Stents, Ultrasound Imaging, Angioscopy, and Doppler Flow
Peripheral Vascular Interventions
Percutaneous Trans luminal Angioplasty (PTA)
Peripheral Atherectomy
Peripheral Laser Angioplasty
Stents Placement
Angioscopy
Intravascular Ultrasound

Services:

Peripheral Arterial Disease
Chronic Venous Insufficiency
Critical Limb Ischemia
Varicose Vein Treatment
Diabetic Foot Ulcers
Leg & Foot Swelling
Endovascular Treatment

Hours:

Monday - Friday:
8:00 AM to 5:00 PM

Insurance:

Diagnostic and interventional vascular treatments are typically covered by insurance carriers. Coverage varies from one insurance carrier to another and often varies based on your employer’s specific coverage plans. Some insurance carriers will require a referral or pre-approval for services. Please contact our office for specific questions regarding your specific policy plan.

Remember to bring your insurance information with you at the time of your appointment.
Insurances Accepted

Aetna PPO/POS/EPO
Beech Street
Blue Cross
Blue Cross SISC III
Blue Shield
ChoiceCare (Humana)
Cigna/Great West Healthcare PPO
Corvel
County of Kern
HealthNet PPO PPO/POS/EPO Plans
First Health/Conventry Health Care
Foundation for Medical Care of Kern County
GEHA
Interplan
Kern Health Systems
Mail Handlers Benefit Plan (MHBP)
Medicare
Medi-cal
Mulitplan
PHCS
PINNACLE/WESTERN GROWERS (BLUE CROSS)
Robert F. Kennedy (BLUE CROSS)
Risk Mgt (City and County)
Tricare/ChampVA
UHC/Pacificare PPO/POS/EPO Plans
Workers Comp