Rakesh Kumar, MD, FACS

Patient should be checked in by 7:30 PM. We highly recommend you register online before you come to the clinic. You will be added to the same queue if you walk into the clinic. Registering online allows you to do most of your waiting from home, which reduces your in-clinic wait times.

I chose to become a surgeon to develop the knowledge and skills needed to directly improve the lives of people in my community. For me, the most important principle of being a physician is helping patients optimize their quality of life and supporting them in becoming the best version of themselves in their own eyes. My clinical interests include bariatric, metabolic, and weight loss surgery; hernia surgery; and robotic surgery. I find these areas especially meaningful because of the profound impact they can have on a patient’s long-term health, confidence, and overall well-being. Outside of medicine, I enjoy spending time with family and friends. I also love staying active—whether that’s on the golf course or playing just about any recreational sport.

I chose to become a physician to combine my passion for science with a commitment to improving lives through compassionate, evidence-based care. My approach is patient-centered, focusing on listening, clear communication, and partnering with individuals to achieve their best possible health outcomes. I am proud to serve the community of Lumberton, NC and am dedicated to providing high-quality, accessible care that meets the needs of our diverse population. My clinical special interests include minimally invasive surgery, robotic surgery, metabolic and weight loss surgery, hernia and abdominal wall reconstruction, foregut and colorectal surgery. Outside of work, I spend time with my family. I enjoy playing soccer, volleyball, pickleball, golf, water sports and breeding dogs.