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Dr. Pratibha Kumar M.D.
Family Practitioner
1220 La Venta Dr Suite 205b Westlake Village CA, 91361About
Dr. Pratibha Kumar is a family practitioner practicing in Westlake Village, CA. Dr. Kumar specializes in comprehensive health care for people of all ages. In addition to diagnosing and treating illnesses, family practitioners also put focus on preventative care with routine checkups, tests and personalized coaching on how to maintain a healthy lifestyle. Dr. Kumar possesses immense general knowledge on maintaining health and today, family practitioners provide more care for the underserved and rural populations than any other medical specialty.
Education and Training
Univ of Dundee, Fac Med/Dent, Dundee, Scotland 1979
Board Certification
Family MedicineAmerican Board of Family MedicineABFM
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Dr. Pratibha Kumar M.D.'s Practice location
Practice At 1240 Westlake Blvd Suite 231
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