Dr. Narsing Rao, MD

Dr. Narsing Rao, MD

Uveitis Specialist
1450 San Pablo St, Ste 4400, Los Angeles, CA 90033

At a glance

4.84 stars (19 reviews)
97% are satisfied with this provider ·
Accepts 43 insurances
Aetna, BlueCross BlueShield, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare, UnitedHealthcare Oxford, more+ ·
Has 20+ years of experience
Graduated from Osmania Medical College, Doctor of Medicine
Works at Keck Medicine of USC - Ophthalmology

Office location

Keck Medicine of USC - Health Sciences Campus
1450 San Pablo St, Ste 4400, Los Angeles, CA, 90033

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In-network insurances

Aetna
BlueCross BlueShield
Cigna
UnitedHealthcare
VSP
Aetna
BlueCross BlueShield
Cigna
UnitedHealthcare

Popular visit reasons

Eye Infection
Eye Inflammation
General Eye Consultation
Ocular Pathology Consultation
Ocular Pathology Follow Up
Uveitis Consultation
Eye Infection
Eye Inflammation
General Eye Consultation
Ocular Pathology Consultation

More about Dr. Narsing Rao, MD

Dr. Rao is Professor of Ophthalmology and Pathology at the Keck School of Medicine and Director of Uveitis Service. He is involved in the treatment of inflammatory ocular diseases affecting the uveal tract, vitreous, retina and sclera. He has received numerous honors and awards for his research endeavors on ocular inflammatory diseases from Research to Prevent Blindness and the National Institute of Health. He delivered several named lectures including visiting professorship at Harvard University, Johns Hopkins University, Yale university, Washington university, University of California, San Francisco, University of Paris, France, Moorefields Eye Institute, London, University of Rome, Italy, Tokyo Medical University, Kyushu University in Fukoka , Japan and University of Sydney. Dr. Rao has published over 375 peer reviewed articles in the United States and in international journals, four books on ophthalmic diseases. For his outstanding contributions to Ophthalmology, he was awarded Lorenz E. Zimmerman medal from American Academy of Ophthalmology, Ramon L. Font medal from Pan American Society of Ophthalmology, International Ocular Inflammation Society Award and award from European Vision and Eye Research Association in 2006. Recently he was selected to receive a prestigious international medal, Bietti medal from International Council of Ophthalmology.

Education & experience

Education

Medical School - Osmania Medical College, Doctor of Medicine
Mount Saint Mary's Hospital (Internship)
Armed Forces Institute of Pathology, Fellowship in Ophthalmic Pathology
MedStar Georgetown University Hospital, Residency in Ophthalmology
MedStar Georgetown University Hospital, Residency in Pathology

Practice

Keck Medicine of USC - Ophthalmology

Certifications

American Board of Ophthalmology

Awards and publications

Castle Connolly Top Doctor
Dr. Rao was awarded Lorenz E. Zimmerman medal from American Academy of Ophthalmology
Ramon L. Font medal from Pan American Society of Ophthalmology
International Ocular Inflammation Society Award and award from European Vision and Eye Research Association in 2006

Background

Languages spoken

English
Hindi

Gender

Male

NPI number

#1780702183

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Patient reviews

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Overall rating
4.84
Wait time
4.38
Bedside manner
4.75
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Dr. Rao is the best eye doctor that I have ever had. Wonderful person!
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Frequently asked questions

What practice does Dr. Narsing Rao work with?

Dr. Narsing Rao works with Keck Medicine of USC - Ophthalmology.

Where is Dr. Narsing Rao's office located?

Dr. Narsing Rao's office is located at 1450 San Pablo St, Los Angeles, CA 90033.

Which board certifications does Dr. Narsing Rao have?

Dr. Narsing Rao is certified by American Board of Ophthalmology.

What languages does Dr. Narsing Rao speak?

Dr. Narsing Rao speaks English and Hindi.

How do patients rate Dr. Narsing Rao in reviews?

19 patients have reviewed Dr. Narsing Rao. The overall rating for this doctor is 4.84/5. They have a 4.75/5 rating for bedside manner and a 4.38/5 rating for wait time. You can read individual reviews and ratings on their profile.

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