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About Smitha Kumar, MD
Being a doctor, I believe, is more than being transactional when caring for patients when they are ill—it’s about building a relationship based on trust, respect, and understanding and providing individualized healthcare. As an MDVIP-affiliated family physician, I have the privilege of spending more time with my patients, listening to their concerns, discussing their health history and providing comprehensive, personalized care. Together, we can create a wellness plan tailored to your unique needs and goals, whether it’s working with a chronic condition or simply staying proactive about your health. I find there’s no one-size-fits-all approach to well-being, which is why my practice is focused on you—helping you take meaningful steps toward a healthier, fulfilling future.
With nearly 20 years of experience serving this community, I have developed connections with specialists who can support your individual needs. While I am your family medicine doctor, my experience also extends to cardiovascular health, diabetes, hypertension, high cholesterol, arthritis and preventive care. My MDVIP-affiliated practice offers services, including comprehensive, advanced health screenings and diagnostic tests, that go far beyond those found in concierge medicine practices.
I proudly serve patients in Gilroy, Morgan Hill, Hollister and Salinas, CA, offering compassionate care. I speak multiple languages, including English, Spanish, Russian, Hindi and Malayalam. I have been voted by Gilroy Dispatch as the best physician in Gilroy for 2018, 2019, 2021, 2023 and 2024. Living in India, Russia and the United States has given me a global perspective and a deep understanding of diverse cultures and healthcare systems. My mission is simple: to help you pursue living your healthiest life with confidence and peace of mind.
Away from the office, I love to read, cook, take long walks, listen to audio books, spend time with my family and play with my German shepherd, Zeus.
Salinas, CA
Family Medicine 2003-2005
Salinas, CA
2002-2003
Tashkent, Uzbekistan
Doctorate of Medicine 1993
Benefits of joining Dr. Kumar's practice with MDVIP
The office of Smitha Kumar, MD
| Mon | 8:30 AM - 5:30 PM |
| Tue | 8:30 AM - 5:30 PM |
| Wed | 8:30 AM - 5:30 PM |
| Thu | 8:30 AM - 5:30 PM |
| Fri | 8:30 AM - 5:30 PM |
| Sat | Closed |
| Sun | Closed |
Frequently Asked Questions
Doctors who operate in the MDVIP models typically see far fewer patients than traditional primary care doctors. That gives them more time to develop deeper doctor-patient relationships that can lead to better outcomes. They can also offer conveniences that most primary care doctors can’t, including same- and next-day appointments. They’re available after hours for urgent matters. And they have time to focus on prevention. That focus begins with the MDVIP Wellness Program, which patients pay for with their annual membership fee.
Most MDVIP-affiliated primary care practices accept insurance (your physician can tell you whether they accept your specific insurance plan). Your annual fee pays for preventive care medical services that insurance usually doesn’t cover (e.g., advanced diagnostic testing and screenings). Your MDVIP-affiliated physician will continue to bill your insurance and charge copays, co-insurances and deductibles as he or she currently does for other medical services like sick visits.
MDVIP makes wellness and prevention easier by providing your physician with innovative tools and technology. MDVIP supports your physician’s practice and seeks to eliminate barriers to a positive healthcare experience. Your doctor will determine whether and how to incorporate these tools at his/her discretion.
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