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Dr. Vandana Kumra MD, FACS

Ear, Nose & Throat Doctor
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I am an experienced Ear, Nose and Throat surgeon providing expert care for general ENT problems with a special interest in Sinus Disorders/Infections and

I am an experienced Ear, Nose and Throat surgeon providing expert care for general ENT problems with a special interest in Sinus Disorders/Infections and Thyroid and Parathyroid Disease. I am Board Certified and have been practicing in New York for 13 years. My goal is to provide outstanding and complete care for each patient.

My practice covers the medical and surgical treatment of the respiratory tract and the head and neck, including:
- allergy
- nasal congestion, sinus infections
- ear/hearing disorders, infections, tinnitus, vertigo
- voice, swallowing and throat disorders
- sleep apnea and upper airway obstruction
- thyroid and parathyroid disorders
- neck masses, head and neck cancer


There are two convenient locations with extended hours to accommodate your needs. There is no wait for an appointment, and most insurances are accepted.


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234 Central Park West, New York, NY, 10024
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Education

  • Medical School - Albert Einstein College of Medicine
  • Johns Hopkins University
  • State University of New York (Internship)
  • Columbia Presbyterian Medical Center (Fellowship)
  • State University of New York (Residency)

Languages Spoken

Board Certifications

  • American Board of Otolaryngology

Professional Memberships

  • American Academy of Otolaryngology- Head and Neck Surgery

Patient Reviews

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I think Dr. Kumra is a good doctor, she told me things other doctors did not. I think I might actually get some real help with her.

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I've been to Dr. Kumar previously and she is excellent in every way and her staff is very nice and professional as well.

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Dr. Kumra is an example of the kind of perfection that every professional should constantly strive to acheive. I felt reassured, my questions were answered, and I had absolutely no doubt that I was in good hands.

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She is so nice and thorough!

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very helpful, she's terrific

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Very pleasant bedside manner. Took time to explain things. Recommended.

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she is great and explained things wonderfully. I will have the rest of my family seen by her soon.

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Excellent!

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Her front desk office staff were very helpful.

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Professional & helpful, good bedside, pleasant, takes her time with patient

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I had a very nice visit with Dr. Kumra. She answered my questions and I felt that she listened to my concerns. I didn't feel rushed.

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Dr. Kumra was thorough and polite. I'd definitely recommend her.

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I really admire this doctor. She is so easy to talk to, so professional and runs an office where people seem to know what they are doing.

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I was very pleased with Dr. Kumra and would have no reservations on recommending her to others.

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Very kind, actually gives her patients time to talk, offers perspective, calming. Thank you!

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Great positive experience!

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She is a good listener and is friendly and easy to discuss conditions with.

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I thought Dr. Kumra was great. She was very thorough and very friendly. I would definitely recommend her.

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I've been to a number of ENTs in NYC, and Dr. Kumra is the best - period.

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She seemed to be very knowledgable in her field, and I would highly recommend her.

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Good contact but a little bit too fast

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Very good MD and practice.

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Dr. Kumra is an excellent doc! She spent as much time as needed to answer all my questions and provide her medical advice.

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She is an outstanding doctor, very competent and genuinely caring, absolutely first rate

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Dr. Kumra is about as good as a doctor can be -- professional, kind, patient, punctual and most importantly, she keeps my problem-prone ear healthy. If you need an ENT, don't hesitate to see her.

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really great!

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She was very professional and I felt confident in her medical knowledge. Without insurance, though, the office visit was very expensive.

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Very punctual, caring, and highly recommended.

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Great doctor - spent plenty of time explaining my condition and answering all my questions. Never felt rushed and left feeling extremely satisfied. Booked my appointment the night before and didn't have to wait, she was right on time. Definitely recommend!

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I am a terrible patient. I don't like people touching me or poking and prodding me and I fussed for at least 10 minutes before letting her stick a light up my nose. She was professional and humored my psychotic behavior. She also took an interest in figuring out why I am getting sick constantly, rather than just curing me now. Short wait due to some guy who missed his appointment date by 20 mins. She seemed busy but I didn't feel particularly rushed. Who wants to hang out at a doctors office longer than required anyway?

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She is prompt, warm, and very knowledgeable!

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I just moved to the UWS and I never used ZocDoc to find a doctor before but I was in so much pain I needed to find a Doctor...fast! I made the appointment online (the office was closed) for the next day and had no problems seeing the doctor at the scheduled time. She was amazingly nice, smart and direct. She also has alot of what many other doctors are lacking and that is the ability to listen intently about your issue and respond with kindness and respect. I would recommend Dr. Kumra to anyone!

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Dr Kumra is very knowlegeable and listen to her patient. i left her office very satisfied

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Very nice, very professional and a very clean and friendly staff and office.

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great Doctor!

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Dr. Kumra was very helpful. She took her time and clearly explained the inner workings of the nose and ear.

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I thought she was great. Thorough, kind... She helped me enormously and had a lovely way about her, too. I'd recommend her highly to anyone who needs an ENT.

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Doctor Kumra is great! Very professional!

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Always very kind and thorough. Would definitely recommend.

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She was a very nice doctor. She has a great bedside manner, explaining to you your diagnosis and answering any of your questions. She also showed a genuine concern for my condition at my age, as well as attentiveness to insurance and recommended treatments and tests.

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she's great , answered all my questions I recommend her to my friends.

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It went very smoothly. Doctor was a good listener.

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The visit was really pleasant. I highly recommend this doctor to anyone.

May 13, 2010 by Verified Patient
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Dr. Kumra was very friendly and took her time. Walked in the office with severe ear pain that previous Dr.'s were unable to help with. Walked out feeling much relief and a good diagnosis. Would recommend her to anyone looking for a good ENT Dr.

May 6, 2010 by Josh G. (Verified Patient)
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Dr. Kumra is great. I really like her a lot. Very professional, punctual and caring.

April 1, 2010 by Verified Patient
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Dr. Kumra was really nice and helpful and thorough. I would highly recommend her.

March 11, 2010 by Verified Patient
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The office was extremely clean and the staff very helpful, professional and polite. Dr.Kumra is excellent and I would highly recommend her to anyone that needed an ENT.

March 1, 2010 by Verified Patient
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I have seen Dr. Kumra for a few years now. (She fixed my deviated septum, which alleviated a lot of sinus pressure/pain for me.) She is extremely focused and dedicated to helping her patients in whatever ways she can, and she has a wonderful manner. I highly recommend her.

January 28, 2010 by Matthew C. (Verified Patient)
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this site is great/easy to use and my ear doctor was fantastic

January 28, 2010 by Verified Patient
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My visit was brief, but I was impressed.

December 17, 2009 by Verified Patient
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The doctor arrived 30 minutes later to the office and during consultation answered her cell phone three times. Two weeks later I am still waiting for a referral to see a doctor for a sleep study that her secretary (which is not a courteous person) supposed to setup.

December 7, 2009 by Verified Patient
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Dr. Kumra is a competent doctor. I have complete confidence in her.

November 19, 2009 by Verified Patient
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very professional, very good experience.

October 27, 2009 by Verified Patient
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very helpful and knowledgeable. my sinuses are clear and followup was great

October 26, 2009 by Katherine P. (Verified Patient)
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Excellent visit. Dr. Kumra was very personable, attentive & professional. The exam was thorough and quick. Her recommendations were thoughtful and concise. Office staff was very pleasant. Overall a great experience.

October 15, 2009 by Colin S. (Verified Patient)
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Easy to get to...I didn't have to wait and she listened to everything I said and then fixed my problem immediately. She has a great way with patients. Probably one of the best specialized doctors I have ever visited!

August 13, 2009 by tracy M. (Verified Patient)
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I liked her but was annoyed that I had to wait about 50 minutes for my appointment. she is a good a thorough doctor and will go back!

August 11, 2009 by Jessica S. (Verified Patient)
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Pleasant, friendly, gave me time to speak and really listened to what I was saying, was respectful and professional. I was very happy I had her for my doctor.

July 23, 2009 by Verified Patient
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Nice lady - very considerate

July 20, 2009 by Josai S. (Verified Patient)
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She is an excellent professional yet kind doctor

July 20, 2009 by Verified Patient
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Dr Kumra was very competent and careful to cause as little discomfort as possible . Very nice , very warm and unhurried , despite a very busy practice .

May 18, 2009 by Bea L. (Verified Patient)
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Dr. Kumra was efficient, knowledgeable, gentle, and kind. I would absolutely recommend her.

April 16, 2009 by Karen M. (Verified Patient)
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Overall excellent experience, Dr. Kumra was thorough, knowledgeable and helpful, I felt immediately in good hands. She asked all the right questions and listened thoughtfully to the answers. The office environment is lovely and all the people at the reception desk were also very nice, professional and helpful.

March 16, 2009 by Stephen A. (Verified Patient)
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The doctor was warm and personable, I will definitely recommend to my friends and family! Great find in NYC!

December 11, 2008 by Sky V. (Verified Patient)
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super friendly. very professional. I felt Very comfortable in her office and in her presence. She took the time to answer ALL my questions. She's a great Doctor, I'll be visiting her from now on when I have any ENT issues.

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April 30, 2012 by Roxanne P. (Verified Patient)
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