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Dr. Nyapati Rao, MD

Dr. Nyapati Rao, MD

Psychiatrist
NY
Dr. Rao has more than 30 years of clinical experience in the psychiatric treatment of adolescents, adults, and the geriatric population. He earned his Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery from Kurnool Medical College and completed his residency in psychiatry at Brookdale University Hospital Medical Center. Dr. Rao has served as the Chairman of the Department of Psychiatry at Nassau University Medical Center for over 12 years. He has been honored as the Educator of the Year by the Association of Academic Psychiatry and received the George Tarjan Award as well as the Vestermark Award for excellence as a psychiatric educator from the American Psychiatric Association. Dr. Rao is also a Fellow of the American College of Psychiatry and has chaired the IMG Governing Council of the American Medical Association. Dr. Rao has published over 100 scientific papers and book chapters and has presented at numerous national scientific meetings. His clinical interests include anxiety disorders, depression, bipolar disorders, and a subspecialty in geriatric psychiatry.
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100% of patients gave this doctor 5 stars
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What patients are saying

Overall rating

5.00

Average wait time

5.00

Bedside manner

5.00

About Dr. Nyapati Rao

Clientele seen

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

Identity

Gender

Male

Languages spoken

English

Getting to know Dr. Nyapati Rao

Dr. Rao has more than 30 years of clinical experience in the psychiatric treatment of adolescents, adults, and the geriatric population. He earned his Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery from Kurnool Medical College and completed his residency in psychiatry at Brookdale University Hospital Medical Center. Dr. Rao has served as the Chairman of the Department of Psychiatry at Nassau University Medical Center for over 12 years. He has been honored as the Educator of the Year by the Association of Academic Psychiatry and received the George Tarjan Award as well as the Vestermark Award for excellence as a psychiatric educator from the American Psychiatric Association. Dr. Rao is also a Fellow of the American College of Psychiatry and has chaired the IMG Governing Council of the American Medical Association. Dr. Rao has published over 100 scientific papers and book chapters and has presented at numerous national scientific meetings. His clinical interests include anxiety disorders, depression, bipolar disorders, and a subspecialty in geriatric psychiatry.

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Initial session: $250 for 45 minutes
Ongoing session: $250-300 for 45 minutes

    Popular visit reasons

    Agoraphobia
    Anxiety
    Depression
    Irrational Fears / Phobias
    Marriage Counseling
    Psychiatry Consultation
    Psychotherapy
    Therapy
    Agoraphobia
    Anxiety
    Depression
    Irrational Fears / Phobias

    Education and background

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    Board certifications

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

    Education and training

    • Medical School - Kurnool Medical College, Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery
    • Brookdale University Hospital Medical Center, Residency in Psychiatry

    Awards and publications

    • George Tarjan Award by the American Psychiatric Association
    • Vestermark Award for excellence as a psychiatric educator
    • Educator of The Year by the Association of Academic Psychiatry

    NPI number

    1801814090

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    Dr. Rao, was prompt, kind and took his time for our initial session. Thanks!
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    He was very understanding. All allowed me to speak and express my issues
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    Dr. Nyapati 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. Nyapati Rao?

    Dr. Nyapati Rao frequently sees patients for Anxiety, Depression, Psychiatry Consultation, Psychotherapy, and Therapy. You can see other visit reasons for Dr. Nyapati Rao on their profile.

    What languages does Dr. Nyapati Rao speak?

    Dr. Nyapati Rao speaks English.

    How do patients rate Dr. Nyapati Rao in reviews?

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

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