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.
Excellent.
(2 weeks ago)
Oct-2025
She is always so kind and actually listens.
(3 weeks ago)
Oct-2025
Great doctor
(1 month ago)
Sep-2025
Dr. Kumar understands medical needs for my eye condition requiring a lifetime arthritis medication requested by my retina specialist. She carefully monitors the possible side effects of the medication.
(1 month ago)
Sep-2025
Excellent
(1 month ago)
Sep-2025
Excellent doctor, very professional
(2 months ago)
Aug-2025
Felt judged and misunderstood
(2 months ago)
Aug-2025
Dr Kumar always makes me feel seen and heard over any concerns I might have.
(2 months ago)
Aug-2025
Dr Kumar took me off meds, infusions once again as she did years ago her response: well there’s no other option literally after having me on one medication . Like what??? That’s crazy
(2 months ago)
Aug-2025
Dr. Kumar listened closely to my problem before examining me; answered all of my questions and invited me to contact her if I feel in the future that I need physical therapy to help my issue.
(3 months ago)
Jul-2025
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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.
Excellent.
She is always so kind and actually listens.
Great doctor
Dr. Kumar understands medical needs for my eye condition requiring a lifetime arthritis medication requested by my retina specialist. She carefully monitors the possible side effects of the medication.
Excellent
Excellent doctor, very professional
Felt judged and misunderstood
Dr Kumar always makes me feel seen and heard over any concerns I might have.
Dr Kumar took me off meds, infusions once again as she did years ago her response: well there’s no other option literally after having me on one medication . Like what??? That’s crazy
Dr. Kumar listened closely to my problem before examining me; answered all of my questions and invited me to contact her if I feel in the future that I need physical therapy to help my issue.