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.
Love dr. Kumar! She has worked with my arthritis for 8 years and I went from diabilitating pain to 98 % pain free. Feels like a miracle😊
(3 days ago)
Dec-2025
Dr. Kumar has treated be very well from the outset of my difficulties. I respect her opinion and professionalism in a difficult discipline.
(3 weeks ago)
Nov-2025
A doctor in a hurry.
(3 weeks ago)
Nov-2025
Was almost an hour late. I was looking for more insights into the benefit of taking Cellcept.
(3 weeks ago)
Nov-2025
Dr. Kumar is professional and empathetic. A great listener with actionable suggestions which I appreciate.
(1 month ago)
Nov-2025
Very friendly and professional; answered all my questions and did not make me feel rushed at all.
(1 month ago)
Nov-2025
Very friendly, good listener
(1 month ago)
Nov-2025
Dr. Kumar is an excellent doctor with a wonderful attitude and demeanor. I would highly recommend her to my friends and family.
(1 month ago)
Nov-2025
Very judgmental did not read my file until I told her it was there…. She made me doubt all my symptoms…. She is a greater person than me god complex
(1 month ago)
Nov-2025
Excellent.
(1 month ago)
Oct-2025
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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.
Love dr. Kumar! She has worked with my arthritis for 8 years and I went from diabilitating pain to 98 % pain free. Feels like a miracle😊
Dr. Kumar has treated be very well from the outset of my difficulties. I respect her opinion and professionalism in a difficult discipline.
A doctor in a hurry.
Was almost an hour late. I was looking for more insights into the benefit of taking Cellcept.
Dr. Kumar is professional and empathetic. A great listener with actionable suggestions which I appreciate.
Very friendly and professional; answered all my questions and did not make me feel rushed at all.
Very friendly, good listener
Dr. Kumar is an excellent doctor with a wonderful attitude and demeanor. I would highly recommend her to my friends and family.
Very judgmental did not read my file until I told her it was there…. She made me doubt all my symptoms…. She is a greater person than me god complex
Excellent.