With a private practice for more than 31 years, he is a pioneer in minimally invasive surgical techniques. Dr. Kumar was the first surgeon at Lutheran HealthCare to perform laparoscopic surgery and to use the Lichtenstein technique to repair hernias. He is also known for introducing breast biopsies using needle localization and placement of peritoneal dialysis catheters. Specializing In: General Surgery, Laparoscopic (Minimally Invasive) Surgery, Breast Diseases, Endovascular and Open Vascular Procedures, Dialysis Access Procedures