

Orthopaedics
Avinash Kumar, MD
Bradenton, FL
Dr. Avinash G. Kumar is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon specializing in shoulder and elbow surgery, practicing in Bradenton, Florida. His subspecialty focus centers on complex shoulder and elbow conditions, including rotator cuff tears, arthritis, instability, and fractures, for which he performs advanced procedures such as total shoulder replacement, reverse total shoulder replacement (since 2004, with over 1000 cases and >90% success rate based on patient satisfaction and function), parti
20+
Years in Practice
Credentials
Board Certifications
- Orthopaedic Surgery (American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery)
- Orthopaedic Surgery (ABOS)
Education & Training
- Emory University School of Medicine — M.D., 1995
- Tufts Medical Center — Residency, Orthopaedic Surgery, 1997-2001
- Tufts Medical Center — Internship/Residency, Surgery, 1996-1997
- Florida Orthopaedic Institute — Fellowship, Shoulder & Elbow Surgery, 2001-2002
- University of South Florida Morsani — Fellowship, Shoulder & Elbow Orthopaedic Surgery, 2001-2002
Peer Recognition
- Castle Connolly — Top Doctor
2022-2026 (5 years)
Clinical Focus
Subspecialties
Sports Medicine
Conditions & Treatments
Arthroscopic SurgeryACL & Ligament ReconstructionSports InjuriesACL ReconstructionRotator Cuff RepairMeniscus TearsShoulder InstabilityMusculoskeletal Conditions
Practice Details
Hospital Affiliations
- Lakewood Ranch Medical Center
- HCA Florida Blake Hospital
Languages
English, Spanish
Experience
20+ years in practice