Dr. Nikila Kumar, M.D. completed her rheumatology fellowship from The University of Arizona. After which, she moved to Oakland, California where she joined an academic center in The Alameda Health System. During this time she grew a Rheumatology practice consisting of both inpatient and outpatient clinical services and was actively involved in teaching medical students and residents.
Dr. Nikila Kumar, M.D. completed her rheumatology fellowship from The University of Arizona. After which, she moved to Oakland, California where she joined an academic center in The Alameda Health System. During this time she grew a Rheumatology practice consisting of both inpatient and outpatient clinical services and was actively involved in teaching medical students and residents.
The reviews listed below were collected independently of Arizona Arthritis & Rheumatology Associates through rater8. Each review represents an authentic and verified patient experience.
Awesome doctor
(4 days ago)
Sep-2026
Explains everything and listens to your opinions.
(1 week ago)
Sep-2026
Dr. Kumar was wonderful. She just could not have been better.
(1 week ago)
Sep-2026
She is kind and gentle especially during my knee injections. She always listens and answers my questions.
(1 month ago)
Aug-2026
Always super friendly but also caring.
(2 months ago)
Jul-2026
Did not see dr. Have not seen her in over a year.
(2 months ago)
Jul-2026
Always willing to listen to the patient's concerns.
(3 months ago)
Jun-2026
She is what all doctors should aspire to be.
(3 months ago)
Jun-2026
She listens to issues and evaluates Mr medical concerns as needed. She is extremely personable and friendly as well as very knowledgeable and supportive.
(4 months ago)
May-2026
Very informative and helpful visit!!
(5 months ago)
Apr-2026
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AARA: Paradise Valley
4550 E. Bell Rd, Bldg. 8 Suite 170 Phoenix, AZ 85032
AARA: Mesa
2152 S. Vineyard Ste. 129 Mesa, AZ 85210
Dr. Nikila Kumar, M.D. completed her rheumatology fellowship from The University of Arizona. After which, she moved to Oakland, California where she joined an academic center in The Alameda Health System. During this time she grew a Rheumatology practice consisting of both inpatient and outpatient clinical services and was actively involved in teaching medical students and residents. Dr. Kumar is currently also completing her Integrative Medicine Fellowship from the renowned University of Arizona – Andrew Weil Center for Integrative Medicine. She believes in an integrated, thorough and team-centered approach to patient care. Dr. Kumar and her husband moved to Scottsdale, Arizona in 2019 and she is very excited to join the AARA family. In her free time, she loves to travel, cook and play tennis.
Fellowship in Rheumatology – University of Arizona Internal Medicine Residency – The George Washington University- DC Medical School – The George Washington University-DC Board Certified in Rheumatology Board Certified in Internal Medicine.
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Awesome doctor
Explains everything and listens to your opinions.
Dr. Kumar was wonderful. She just could not have been better.
She is kind and gentle especially during my knee injections. She always listens and answers my questions.
Always super friendly but also caring.
Did not see dr. Have not seen her in over a year.
Always willing to listen to the patient's concerns.
She is what all doctors should aspire to be.
She listens to issues and evaluates Mr medical concerns as needed. She is extremely personable and friendly as well as very knowledgeable and supportive.
Very informative and helpful visit!!