Avishek Kumar, M.D.
Personalized
Cancer Care.
Close to Home.
Board-certified medical oncologist and hematologist in Edison, NJ, providing personalized care for a wide range of cancers, with particular interest in young-onset colon cancer and gastrointestinal cancers. Featured in national and regional media for commentary on early-onset colorectal cancer and modern oncology.
IN THE
MEDIA
Medical Oncology
Personalized treatment for lung, breast, colon, prostate, and kidney cancers.
Infusion Services
Chemotherapy and immunotherapy infusion in a comfortable, modern setting.
Geriatric Oncology
Expert cancer care tailored for older patients with age-related considerations.
Second Opinions
Comprehensive case reviews and treatment plan evaluations by Dr. Kumar.
AK
Expertise & Approach
Precision in Treatment. Perspective in Care.
With fellowship training in hematology and oncology from the University of Maryland Marlene and Stewart Greenebaum Comprehensive Cancer Center and the University of Pennsylvania in geriatric medicine, Dr. Kumar offers a distinctive dual perspective in cancer care.
His approach prioritizes both clinical precision and quality of life, with special attention to colon cancer, other GI malignancies, and the individualized needs of older adults.
Recent TV Appearances
Hematology & Oncology
Conditions We Treat
Solid Tumor
Solid Tumor
Solid Tumor
Solid Tumor
Solid Tumor
Solid Tumor
Solid Tumor
Blood Disorder
Blood Disorder
Blood Disorder
MEET
DR. KUMAR
About Dr. Avishek Kumar
Dr. Avishek Kumar is a board-certified medical oncologist in Edison, New Jersey, with a special focus on colon cancer, gastrointestinal cancers, and highly personalized cancer care. His additional training in geriatric medicine helps ensure treatment plans are carefully adapted to each patient’s overall health and quality of life.
A Lieutenant Colonel and Flight Surgeon in the U.S. Air Force Reserve, Dr. Kumar brings precision and professionalism to every aspect of patient care.
- Board Certified — Internal Medicine
- Board Certified — Medical Oncology
- ASCO Member
- Lt. Colonel, USAF Reserve
- University of Pennsylvania Geriatric Medicine
- University of Maryland Marlene & Stewart Greenebaum Comprehensive Cancer Center Fellowship Trained
Years of Experience
In oncology & geriatric medicine
Patients Treated
With personalized care plans
Publications & Media Features
Scientific papers, articles & interviews
Board Certifications
Internal Medicine & Oncology
The 5 Principles
of the Practice
COMPASSION FIRST
Every patient is a person, not a diagnosis. We treat the whole individual — their fears, their hopes, and their quality of life.
PRECISION & DISCIPLINE
Drawn from military training and medical rigor, we approach each case with methodical precision and unwavering attention to detail.
EVIDENCE-BASED CARE
Our methodologies are rooted in the latest scientific research, ensuring that every treatment plan is backed by empirical data and proven outcomes.
Personalized
Cancer Care
Dr. Kumar treats a wide range of cancers, with a particular focus on colon cancer and other gastrointestinal cancers. His approach is highly personalized, combining precise diagnosis and modern cancer treatment with careful attention to each patient’s overall health, priorities, and quality of life.
With additional training in geriatric medicine, he also considers comorbidities, functional status, and treatment goals when shaping each care plan.
The result is thoughtful, individualized oncology care designed not only to treat cancer effectively, but to preserve function, independence, and what matters most to the patient.
Hematology & Oncology
What Our Patients Say
Margaret S.
Age 78 · Breast Cancer
Robert T.
Age 65 · Colon Cancer
Linda W.
Age 72 · Lung Cancer
Academic Work
Selected Writing & Commentary
Age-Related Disparities in Cancer Treatment Outcomes in New Jersey
NJ.com — Opinion · 2026
Precision or Collateral Damage? Oncology's F-16 Moment
MedPage Today · 2026
Follow Along
Social Media
@avikumarmd
"The good physician treats the disease; the great physician treats the patient who has the disease."
A Thoughtful Approach to Cancer Care
Cancer care should never feel impersonal. Dr. Kumar treats a wide range of cancers, with particular focus on colon cancer and other gastrointestinal malignancies, using treatment plans tailored to the biology of the disease and the needs of the individual.
Each case is approached with careful attention to diagnosis, stage, overall health, and the goals that matter most to the patient and family.
With additional training in geriatric medicine, Dr. Kumar brings added perspective to older adults and medically complex patients, helping balance effective treatment with function, independence, and quality of life.
The result is oncology care that is precise, personalized, and grounded in both modern evidence and genuine human judgment.
Visit Us
Our Location
Address
Regional Cancer Care Associates
15 Main St Suite 1
Edison, New Jersey
Office Hours
Monday – Friday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Saturday – Sunday: Closed
Contact
(908) 755-1165
Accepted Insurance
- Aetna
- Blue Cross Blue Shield
- Cigna
- UnitedHealthcare
- Medicare
- Medicaid
- Humana
- Oxford
- Most other major insurances accepted
Learn More About Our Practice
What types of cancer does Dr. Kumar treat?
Dr. Kumar treats a wide range of cancers, including breast, lung, colon, rectal, stomach, kidney, and prostate cancers, as well as lymphoma and multiple myeloma. He has particular interest in gastrointestinal cancers and special expertise in the care of older adults and medically complex patients.
How can I request a second opinion from Dr. Kumar?
You can request a second opinion by visiting our Second Opinion page and contacting our office. Dr. Kumar reviews each case thoroughly, offering fresh perspective and expert guidance on your cancer treatment plan.
What is Dr. Kumar's military background?
CONTACT US
Personalized, compassionate cancer care — with new solid tumor consultations and second opinions often available within 72 hours.