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Dr. Vipan Kumar, MD

Dr. Vipan Kumar, MD

Psychiatrist
19500 Texas State Hwy 249, Houston, TX
4.67
“My psychiatrist (booked via Zocdoc) was excellent during the appointment! He listened carefully, asked thoughtful questions, and made me feel truly understood. No rush—took time to explain options clearly. Great first visit for med management/mental health support”
Yolanda W.March 8, 2026
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Overall rating

4.67

Average wait time

4.29

Bedside manner

4.43
“My psychiatrist (booked via Zocdoc) was excellent during the appointment! He listened carefully, asked thoughtful questions, and made me feel truly understood. No rush—took time to explain options clearly. Great first visit for med management/mental health support”
Yolanda W.March 8, 2026Video visit
“Dr. Kumar was amazing. He was very attentive to what I had to say in regard to my feelings and needs. He helped me feel at ease and helped to tie scientific and biological factors as to why I was feeling the way I was.”
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About Dr. Vipan Kumar

Clientele seen

Young adults (18-24)
Adults (25-64)
Individuals

Identity

Gender

Male

Languages spoken

English

Getting to know Dr. Vipan Kumar

Dr. Vipan Kumar, MD Dr. Vipan Kumar is a Psychiatrist in Texas who has been practicing since 2018. Dr. Kumar approaches psychiatric illness on multiple levels, which include but not limited to biological, psychological, and social. Therefore, along with the correct, FDA approved medications, Dr. Kumar also focuses on helping each patient with other ways to recover from mental illness, which includes building a healthy routine of diet, exercise, and meditation. It is also important to assess for thoughts that may be distorted, or other psychological mechanisms that may contribute to psychiatric presentation and be addressed appropriately through psychotherapy, which may result in a sustained recovery. Outside of work, Dr. Kumar enjoys reading, writing, and engaging in outdoor activities.

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During the LifeStance onboarding process, we will contact you to collect your payment card information. It’s our policy to collect this information and confirm that it is valid prior to your first appointment so that we can simplify the payment process upon completion of your appointment, especially in the case of a telehealth appointment where the traditional “check-out” process doesn’t occur.

Popular visit reasons

Agoraphobia
Anxiety Disorder
Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
Depression
New Patient Visit
Postpartum Depression
Psychiatry Consultation
Sleep Problems
Agoraphobia
Anxiety Disorder
Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
Depression

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Dr. Vipan Kumar, MD also offers online video visits for patients
LifeStance Health - Texas
19500 Texas State Hwy 249, Houston, TX 77070
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Education and background

Practice names

Board certifications

  • American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology
  • Psychiatry (American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology)

Education and training

  • Medical School - Windsor University School of Medicine, Doctor of Medicine

NPI number

1114347234

Patient reviews

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Overall rating
4.67
Wait time
4.29
Bedside manner
4.43
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Seemed to be a "down to earth" guy. Very comfortable first visit. Will recommend to anyone.
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Amazing doctor that listened and recommended good treatments.
Verified patientVideo visit
My psychiatrist (booked via Zocdoc) was excellent during the appointment! He listened carefully, asked thoughtful questions, and made me feel truly understood. No rush—took time to explain options clearly. Great first visit for med management/mental health support
Verified patientVideo visit
Doctor did not join the video call
Verified patientVideo visit
Informative and insightful. He’s a great choice!
Verified patientVideo visit
Dr. Kumar was amazing. He was very attentive to what I had to say in regard to my feelings and needs. He helped me feel at ease and helped to tie scientific and biological factors as to why I was feeling the way I was.
Video visit
Excellent experience with this office, and Dr. Kumar is an exceptional physician with a terrific bedside manner. Highly recommend!
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Where is Dr. Vipan Kumar's office located?

Dr. Vipan Kumar has 2 office locations in Houston, view full addresses on Dr. Kumar's profile.

Which board certifications does Dr. Vipan Kumar have?

Dr. Vipan Kumar is certified by American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology and Psychiatry (American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology).

What are common reasons for patients to see Dr. Vipan Kumar?

Dr. Vipan Kumar frequently sees patients for Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Depression, New Patient Visit, Psychiatry Consultation, and Sleep Problems. You can see other visit reasons for Dr. Vipan Kumar on their profile.

What languages does Dr. Vipan Kumar speak?

Dr. Vipan Kumar speaks English.

How do patients rate Dr. Vipan Kumar in reviews?

18 patients have reviewed Dr. Vipan Kumar. The overall rating for this doctor is 4.67/5. They have a 4.43/5 rating for bedside manner and a 4.29/5 rating for wait time. You can read individual reviews and ratings on their profile.

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