Ashim Kumar

Ashim Kumar, M.D. is well versed in all aspects of reproductive medicine including ovulation induction, intrauterine insemination, in vitro fertilization (IVF), intracytoplasmic sperm injection (ICSI), and preimplantation genetic diagnosis (PGD). He has a special interest in hormonal and functional causes of infertility such as polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS), tubal disorders, and male factor.

For his surgical acumen, Dr. Kumar was recognized by the American Association of Gynecologic Laparoscopists with a reward for Special Excellence in Endoscopic Procedures. He has co-authored the Resolve brochure on pelvic adhesions and the Society of Reproductive Surgeons’ guidelines on the treatment for fibroids for infertility. 

Dr. Kumar completed his fellowship in Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility from the combined program at University of California Los Angeles and Cedars-Sinai Medical Center working with world-renowned leaders in the field. He completed his medical education and residency in Obstetrics and Gynecology at Emory University in Atlanta, Georgia.

In addition to having published numerous articles in peer-reviewed journals on endocrine and surgical aspects of infertility, he has presented his work at the annual meeting of the American Society for Reproductive Medicine. He serves as an ad hoc reviewer for the journal Fertility and Sterility.  Dr. Kumar has written several textbook chapters on management of tubal factor infertility and ovarian function including premature ovarian failure.