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Dr. Sanath Kumar, MD

General Surgery*
3.8 (24)
Map Pin Small Orland Park, IL
Accepting new patients
53 years of experience

Overview of Dr. Sanath Kumar, MD

Dr. Sanath Kumar, MD is a General Surgery Specialist in Orland Park, IL. They specialize in General Surgery, has 53 years of experience, and is board certified in Colon & Rectal Surgery. They graduated from Bangalore Medical College and is affiliated with Advocate Trinity Hospital, Franciscan Health Crown Point and Palos Community Hospital. Dr. Kumar, completed a residency at Cook Co Hospital. Patients rated Dr. Kumar an average 3.8 star rating.

Dr. Kumar works at Practice in Orland Park, IL with other offices in Crown Point, IN and Hazel Crest, IL. They frequently treat conditions like Colorectal Cancer and Constipation along with other conditions at varying frequencies. They are accepting new patients and accept Aetna, Anthem and Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield as well as other major insurance plans. Please call ahead to schedule an appointment and to confirm all accepted insurance plans.

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Dr. Kumar's Office Locations

  1. 1
    Sanath Kumar Md. Ltd.
    9445 W 144th Pl, Orland Park, IL 60462 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (708) 460-8081
  2. 2
    Office
    297 W Franciscan Dr Ste 208, Crown Point, IN 46307 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (219) 662-9990
  3. 3
    Advocate South Suburban Hospital
    17800 Kedzie Ave, Hazel Crest, IL 60429 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (708) 799-8000

Hospital Affiliations
Admitting Hospitals

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  • Advocate Trinity Hospital
  • Franciscan Health Crown Point
  • Palos Community Hospital

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Treatment frequency



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Colorectal Cancer
Constipation
Anoscopy
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Anal and Rectal Cancer
Hemorrhoids
Abdominal Pain
Anal or Rectal Pain
Anorectal Fistula
Diaphragmatic and Hiatal Hernia
Intestinal Diverticulosis
Small Intestine Cancer
Anal Fissure
Anal Sphincter Dysplasia
Barrett's Esophagus
Cholecystitis and Gallstones
Gallstones
Inflammatory Bowel Disease
Inguinal Hernia
Peptic Ulcer
Proctoptosis
Rectal Prolapse
Traumatic Brain Injury
Umbilical Hernia
Vascular Insufficiency of Intestines
Ventral Hernia
Colonoscopy, Proctosigmoidoscopy, and Sigmoidoscopy
Duodenal Polypectomy
Endoscopy (Esophagus, Stomach, Small Intestine)
Hemorrhoidectomy or Excision of Anal Tags
Removal or Destruction of Rectal or Intestinal Tumor (incl. Colonoscopy, Proctosigmoidoscopy, Sigmoidoscopy and Control of Hemorrhage)
Repair of Anal and Rectal Defects (Anoplasty, Repair of Imperforate Anus, Sphincteroplasty, Rectal Graft)
Anorectal Abscess
Benign Neoplasm of the Digestive System
Breast Cancer
Breast Lump
Cholangiocarcinoma
Congenital Anomaly Intestine
Crohn's Disease
Ductal Carcinoma in Situ
Esophageal Cancer
Esophageal Diverticulum
Esophageal Varices
Gastric Ulcer
Gynecologic Cancer
Hiatal Hernia
Ileus
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Incisional Hernia
Intestinal Obstruction
Intestinal Prolapse
Lipomas
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Liver Cancer
Lung Cancer
Mesenteric Lymphadenitis
Neoplasm of Gastrointestinal Tract
Neuroendocrine Tumors
Partial Lung Collapse
Pelvic Abscess
Peripheral Arterial Embolism and Thrombosis
Peripheral Vascular Disease (PAD, PVD)
Ruptured Aortic Aneurysm
Secondary Malignancies
Soft Tissue Sarcoma
Stomach and Small Intestine Cancer
Stomach Cancer
Thyroid Cancer
Thyroid Nodule
Ulcerative Colitis
Varicose Veins
Visceroptosis
Abdominoplasty
Anal Fistulectomy or Fistulotomy
Axillary Lymph Node Dissection
Biopsy of Breast
Bladder Surgery
Cholecystectomy with Robotic Assist
Colectomy
Colectomy Sigmoidectomy with Robotic Assist
Destruction of Anal Tumor
Dressing and-or Debridement of Wound, Infection, or Burn
Enterostomy (Laparoscopic or Open)
Esophagectomy (Esophagogastrostomy, Esophagojejunostomy)
Excision of Esophageal Lesion
Excision of Rectal Tumor
Excision of Stomach Tumor
Excision, Shaving, or Destruction of Skin and Subcutaneous Tissue (incl. Mohs Micrographic Surgery), Tissue Transfer
Flexible Sigmoidoscopy with Robotic Assist
Gallbladder Removal
Gallbladder Removal (Cholecystectomy)
Gastric Bypass Surgery, Open
Gastrotomy
Hernia Repair
Intestinal Transplant (incl. Enterectomy)
Laparoscopic Abdominoperineal Resection of the Rectum With Robotic Assistance
Laparoscopic Cholecystectomy Robotic Assist
Laparoscopic Excision or Destruction of Ovary
Laparoscopic Gallbladder Removal (Cholecystectomy)
Laparoscopic Umbilical or Ventral Hernia Repair
Laparotomy
Liver Biopsy
Lumpectomy
Lymph Node Biopsy or Excision
Mastectomy
Open Diaphragmatic or Paraesophageal Hiatal Hernia Repair
Open Incisional or Ventral Hernia Repair
Open Inguinal Hernia Repair
Peripheral Artery Catheterization
Port Placements or Replacements
Procetectomy With Robotic Assist
Proctectomy
Soft Tissue Tumor Removal
Sphincterotomy
Wedge Resection Colon
Wound Repair
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    3.8
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    Based on 24 ratings
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    About Dr. Sanath Kumar, MD

    Specialties*
    • General Surgery

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    Years of Experience
    • 53 years of experience
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    Languages Spoken
    • English, Hindi
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    NPI Number
    • 1225014889
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    Education & Certifications

    Residency
    • Cook Co Hospital
    Residency
    Internship
    • Cook Co Hospital
    Internship
    Medical Education
    • Bangalore Medical College
    Medical Education
    Board Certifications
    • Colon & Rectal Surgery and General Surgery
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    Dr. Sanath Kumar, MD is accepting new patients on Healthline FindCare. You can check to see if Dr. Kumar is offering online scheduling or call the provider’s office for more information.

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    Dr. Kumar has seen patients for Colorectal Cancer and Constipation, and more. You can see other conditions treated by Dr. Kumar on their profile. Please call the provider’s office to confirm all visit reasons.

    24 patients have reviewed Dr. Kumar. The overall rating for this provider is 3.8. You can read verified reviews and ratings and leave your own review based on your experience with Dr. Kumar.

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