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Did you know that heart disease is the leading cause of death in the U.S.? This is why it’s important to have a heart doctor. At Optum, we can help identify the cause of your symptoms and provide diagnosis and individualized treatment to help you live your healthiest life. With an office conveniently located in Poughkeepsie, NY, our specialists offer care for a range of services including echo stress test, electrocardiogram (EKG), echocardiogram, pacemaker monitoring and more. Optum accepts most major health plans.

Pulmonary medicine (pulmonology) focuses on the respiratory system, which helps you to breathe. At Optum, we are dedicated to help diagnose, treat and manage disorders affecting your lungs and other parts of the respiratory system, such as the upper airways, thoracic cavity and chest wall. With an office conveniently located in Poughkeepsie, NY, our board-certified pulmonologists specialize in helping patients who suffer from obesity, hypertension, asthma, sleep apnea and other sleep disorders, as well as those who want to quit smoking. Optum accepts most major health plans.

Varun Kumar, MD, is a dedicated gastroenterologist and hepatologist based in Poughkeepsie, NY, with a focus on providing personalized care to his patients. With extensive training from Yale New Haven Hospital and a commitment to understanding the unique challenges faced by each individual, Dr. Kumar specializes in areas such as colon cancer screening, irritable bowel syndrome, and liver disease. Dr. Kumar is affiliated with Vassar Brothers Medical Center and MidHudson Regional Hospital, and he has received multiple accolades, including recognition as a Top Doctor by Hudson Valley Magazine. His contributions to the field are further highlighted by numerous publications and presentations at prestigious medical conferences. Generated from the website