Priyadarshini Kumar, MD

Pathologist

Areas of Expertise

Conditions I Treat

  • Leukemia
  • Lymphoma

My Specialties

  • Hematopathology
Dr. Kumar's Office Information
Languages: English
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Get to Know Me

I am a pathologist who specializes in pediatric cancers as well as blood cancers such as leukemia and lymphoma. I am an expert in measurable residual disease testing and developing diagnostic solutions. I am dedicated to improving diagnostic access and mentorship globally.

What I Do at MSK

I'm a pathologist, which is a doctor who uses a microscope to make a diagnosis from cell and tissue samples. I analyze these samples to learn the cause and effects of a health issue.

  • Assistant Attending Physician
Areas of Expertise

Conditions I Treat

  • Leukemia
  • Lymphoma

My Specialties

  • Hematopathology
Education & Honors

Education

  • MD, Ben Gurion University

Residencies

  • Pathology Anatomic Pathology/Clinical Pathology, Cedars Sinai Medical Center

Fellowships

  • Hematopathology, Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer center

Board Certifications

  • Anatomic Pathology, Clinical Pathology, Hematopathology

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Contact and Location

Location
New York, NY
Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center
1275 York Avenue New York NY 10065
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Research and Publications

  1. Kumar, P, Metzger ML, Choi JK, Job G et al. Prospective Evaluation of the Pathologic Diagnosis and Treatment Outcomes of Pediatric Burkitt Lymphoma in the Central American Pediatric Hematology Oncology Association Consortium. JCO Glob Oncol. 2025 Mar;11:e2400491. Epub 2025 Mar 7. PMID: 40053902
Publications on PubMed

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