Meet Dr. Neha Kumar, MD

Dr. Kumar is a board-certified Ophthalmologist with over 10 years of experience in diagnosing and treating a wide range of eye conditions. Specializing in cataract surgery and comprehensive eye care, Dr. Kumar is committed to providing personalized, high-quality care to her patients in our Newark office.

Education & Career Journey

Born and raised in Ohio, Dr. Kumar earned her medical degree from Northeast Ohio Medical University, where she was elected to the Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Society. In 2013, she completed her Ophthalmology residency at Georgetown University Hospital/Washington Hospital Center in Washington D.C. where she gained extensive hands-on experience in both surgical and medical treatments for eye health.

Since completing her training, Dr. Kumar has been providing eye care in Delaware and was recognized as a Top Doc in Delaware Today magazine in 2019. She is a member of the Delaware Academy of Ophthalmology and American Academy of Ophthalmology and is board-certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology.

Professional Transition & Focus

Prior to joining Eye Physicians and Surgeons in 2025, Dr. Kumar was practicing at the Wilmington VA Medical Center, caring for our nation’s veterans and teaching the next generation of ophthalmologists. She served as adjunct faculty and a Residency Site Director for the Temple University Ophthalmology Program and was honored by the resident in 2023 with the Faculty Teacher of the Year award.

Personal Life

Dr. Kumar resides in Wilmington with her husband Brian, who is also an ophthalmologist, and their two children.