Rekha B. Kumar M.D., M.S.
Endocrinology, Diabetes and Metabolism, Endocrinology, Primary Care Internist, Internal Medicine, Primary Care
About Rekha B. Kumar
Dr. Rekha B. Kumar is an Associate Professor of Clinical Medicine and an attending endocrinologist at Weill Cornell Medicine. She specializes in obesity and metabolic health, type 2 diabetes, thyroid disorders, and metabolic bone disease. Dr. Kumar’s practice blends evidence-based medical therapy with lifestyle and behavioral strategies, and she participates in academic research and teaching. She provides comprehensive metabolic evaluations and individualized treatment plans that may include nutrition counseling, medication management, and long-term follow-up for metabolic disease.
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Hospital Affiliations
Weill Cornell Medicine / NewYork-Presbyterian, New York, NY.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Dr. Kumar manage obesity with medication (e.g., GLP-1s)?
Yes — she manages obesity and metabolic disease using a combination of lifestyle, medical therapy (including GLP-1 receptor agonists when indicated), and close metabolic monitoring.
How can I schedule an appointment?
Call the Weill Cornell scheduling number on her profile (+1 212-821-0924) or use the Weill Cornell appointment links on the profile page.
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Location & Contact
Weill Cornell Medicine – Endocrinology Clinic
425 E. 61st St., 8-11th Floor, New York, NY 10065
+1 (212) 821-0924
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