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Dr. Murali Rao, MD

Dr. Murali Rao, MD

Psychiatrist
120 E Ogden Ave, Ste 101, Hinsdale, IL
Murali Rao, MD, is a board-certified psychiatrist and the Medical Director of DuPage Psychiatric Care PLLC, a behavioral health practice located in Hinsdale, Chicago, Skokie, Wheaton, and Crystal Lake. Dr. Rao studied at Mysore Medical College and Research Institute in Karnataka, India, earning degrees in medicine and surgery. After graduation, he moved to the United States and completed a psychiatry residency at Southern Illinois University in Carbondale. Before joining Mindful TMS Neurocare Centers, Dr. Rao received formal training in transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS) at two of the top TMS centers in the world –– the Medical University of South Carolina in Charleston and Duke University in Durham, North Carolina. Dr. Rao diagnoses and treats various psychiatric issues, but he has a special interest in behavioral neurosciences, geriatric psychiatry, addiction psychiatry, psychosomatic medicine, and treatment-resistant depressive mood disorders. Dr. Rao is caring and compassionate. He enjoys getting to know his patients and takes a goal-driven treatment approach. Outside the office, Dr. Rao teaches psychiatry students and contributes to psychiatric research. He currently serves as an affiliate professor of psychiatry at Loyola University Chicago and chairs the psychiatry department. Dr. Rao is also involved in the study of ketamine infusion therapy and esketamine, an FDA-approved nasal spray for the treatment of depression. Dr. Rao is a member of the American College of Psychiatry, a distinguished life fellow of the American Psychiatric Association, and a fellow of the Academy of Psychosomatic Medicine. Dr. Rao’s knowledge and extensive clinical experience let him drive innovation and excellence in mental health. He welcomes anyone suffering from depression, anxiety, or other mental health or behavioral disorders to schedule an appointment at DuPage Psychiatric Care PLLC.

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About Dr. Murali Rao

Clientele seen

Young adults (18-24)
Individuals
Adults (25-64)
Seniors (65+)

Identity

Gender

Male

Languages spoken

English

Getting to know Dr. Murali Rao

Murali Rao, MD, is a board-certified psychiatrist and the Medical Director of DuPage Psychiatric Care PLLC, a behavioral health practice located in Hinsdale, Chicago, Skokie, Wheaton, and Crystal Lake. Dr. Rao studied at Mysore Medical College and Research Institute in Karnataka, India, earning degrees in medicine and surgery. After graduation, he moved to the United States and completed a psychiatry residency at Southern Illinois University in Carbondale. Before joining Mindful TMS Neurocare Centers, Dr. Rao received formal training in transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS) at two of the top TMS centers in the world –– the Medical University of South Carolina in Charleston and Duke University in Durham, North Carolina. Dr. Rao diagnoses and treats various psychiatric issues, but he has a special interest in behavioral neurosciences, geriatric psychiatry, addiction psychiatry, psychosomatic medicine, and treatment-resistant depressive mood disorders. Dr. Rao is caring and compassionate. He enjoys getting to know his patients and takes a goal-driven treatment approach. Outside the office, Dr. Rao teaches psychiatry students and contributes to psychiatric research. He currently serves as an affiliate professor of psychiatry at Loyola University Chicago and chairs the psychiatry department. Dr. Rao is also involved in the study of ketamine infusion therapy and esketamine, an FDA-approved nasal spray for the treatment of depression. Dr. Rao is a member of the American College of Psychiatry, a distinguished life fellow of the American Psychiatric Association, and a fellow of the Academy of Psychosomatic Medicine. Dr. Rao’s knowledge and extensive clinical experience let him drive innovation and excellence in mental health. He welcomes anyone suffering from depression, anxiety, or other mental health or behavioral disorders to schedule an appointment at DuPage Psychiatric Care PLLC.

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Areas of expertise

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Depression
Depression

Other popular visit reasons

Agoraphobia
Medication Review
Pain Management Consultation
Psychiatry Consultation
Psychotherapy
Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit
Sleep Problems
Young Adult Issues
Agoraphobia
Medication Review
Pain Management Consultation
Psychiatry Consultation

Office locations

Dr. Murali Rao, MD also offers online video visits for patients
Hinsdale (1 of 2)
120 E Ogden Ave, Ste 101, Hinsdale, IL 60521
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Wheaton (2 of 2)
1737 S Naperville Rd, Ste 203, Wheaton, IL 60189
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Education and background

Practice names

Hospital affiliations

  • Loyola University Medical Center

Board certifications

  • American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology
  • Psychiatry (American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology)

Education and training

  • Medical School - Mysore Medical College And Research Institute, Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery
  • Southern Illinois University, Residency in Psychiatry

Professional memberships

  • American Psychiatric Association
  • Academy of Psychosomatic Medicine
  • American Society of Addiction Medicine

Awards and publications

  • Best Doctors, US News
  • Best Doctors, Castle Connolly

NPI number

1598732398

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Dr. Murali Rao is affiliated with Loyola University Medical Center.

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Where is Dr. Murali Rao's office located?

Dr. Murali Rao has 3 office locations, including in Spillertown, Wheaton, and Hinsdale, view full addresses on Dr. Rao's profile.

Which board certifications does Dr. Murali Rao have?

Dr. Murali Rao is certified by American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology and Psychiatry (American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology).

What are common reasons for patients to see Dr. Murali Rao?

Dr. Murali Rao frequently sees patients for Pain Management Consultation, Psychiatry Consultation, Psychotherapy, Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit, and Sleep Problems. You can see other visit reasons for Dr. Murali Rao on their profile.

What languages does Dr. Murali Rao speak?

Dr. Murali Rao speaks English.

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