What patients are saying
Overall rating
4.13
Average wait time
4.19
Bedside manner
4.25
“I had a Nexplanon implant that needed removing and other facilities were booking months out. I was able to schedule here for 2 weeks out and it was a very quick and efficient visit. ”
Jennifer H.March 4, 2026
“I had a wonderful first gyno appointment. I’m convinced that if you dislike this doctor, it is purely because you’re racist overwhelmingly the only negative thing I read in comments was “unable to understand.” I had absolutely no issue she made me feel comfortable and safe. She told me what was going on. I highly recommend especially if you’re nervous and this is your first appointment. They did everything right!”
Amanda P.February 23, 2026
About Dr. Rao Zhou
We do accept CareSource and Ambetter Obamacare, but we do not accept Cigna and Anthem Obamacare. Anthem insurance IDs beginning with E7E are not in our network. We do accept Anthem commercial PPO insurance.
Dr. Zhou graduated from Hunan Medical University (Xiangya School of Medicine, Central South University) with a Bachelor of Medicine. After practicing as an obstetrician and gynecologist for five years in Beijing, she conducted medical research at the University of Wisconsin–Madison. She published several peer-reviewed papers in national and international journals and earned a PhD degree in Endocrinology & Reproductive Physiology. Dr. Zhou completed her residency training in Obstetrics and Gynecology at Albert Einstein College of Medicine of Yeshiva University. After practicing OBGYN in New York for five years, she moved to Central Indiana to be with her family. Dr. Zhou is board certified by the American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology and is a fellow of the American Congress of Obstetricians and Gynecologists. She is committed to excellence in obstetrical and gynecological care, providing each patient with personalized attention. Dr. Zhou takes the time to listen, explain, and follow up, striving to ensure your visit is comfortable and satisfying.
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Popular visit reasons
Annual Pap Smear / GYN Exam
Birth Control / Contraception
Bladder Pain / Interstitial Cystitis
Hyperemesis Gravidarum (HG)
Menstrual Cramp(s)
OB-GYN Consultation
Pregnancy Problem
Sexually Transmitted Infection (STI)
Annual Pap Smear / GYN Exam
Birth Control / Contraception
Bladder Pain / Interstitial Cystitis
Hyperemesis Gravidarum (HG)
Office locations
1 of 2
Education and background
Practice names
Hospital affiliations
- Saint Vincent Women's Hospital
- Indiana University Health, North Hospital
- Indiana University Health, Methodist Hospital
Board certifications
- American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology
Education and training
- Medical School - Xiangya School of Medicine, Central South University, Bachelor of Medicine
- Albert Einstein College of Medicine of Yeshiva University, Residency in Obstetrics and Gynecology
Professional memberships
- American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists
Awards and publications
- 2021 Best doctor in Carmel
Languages spoken
- English
Provider's gender
Female
NPI number
1952561169
Patient reviews
All reviews have been submitted by patients after interacting with the practice.
Overall rating
4.13
Wait time
4.19
Bedside manner
4.25
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349 reviews
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She was so nice! She asked thorough questions and actually reviewed the intake form and followed up on that. 10/10 recommend.
September 4, 2024Initials hidden
Went in for something completely different!!! She understood me and gave me a paper to help with with my condition.
More than 1 year agoInitials hidden
I would definitely go back! The office staff was friendly and Dr. Zhou answered all my questions.
April 3, 2025Dallas G.Verified patient
Office USA’s very quaint and clean. Staff is very professional. Dr Zhou is a gem.
September 5, 2025Tiffany S.Verified patient
Great doctor! A little bit of a wait but an overall great experience. Dr. Zhou was thorough, patient, kind and communicative.
June 12, 2020Alison S.Verified patient
She was nice and made me feel comfortable for my first visit!
February 4, 2026Kourtney C.Verified patient
There’s no privacy in the office also she didn’t give much information. I got a Pap smear and it was like awkward.
More than 1 year agoInitials hidden
She’s wonderful. Wonderful bed manner and wants to help you in all ways possible. Thank you for a pleasant visit.
July 22, 2019Tambu U.Verified patient
Was able to get the prescription I needed, was informative and helpful. Made an awkwardly situation not awkward.
August 7, 2019Tealeigh S.Verified patient
The visit went very well. Dr. Zhou was really nice and answered all of my questions. I highly recommend her.
December 30, 2019Victoria F.Verified patient
My first appointment and was very nervous but listened really well and made me feel safe!
February 2, 2024Tyerria D.Verified patient
Friendly staff, I really appreciate my time in this office!
July 7, 2025Maell R.Verified patient
Very unprofessional. Went to her for help and advice, all I received was rudeness and bad attitude.
More than 1 year agoInitials hidden
Listened to my concerns and was very kind! The location was a little difficult to access at first.
August 16, 2018Initials hidden
The office was very clean and the staff were friendly.
June 4, 2025Mayell K.Verified patient
She is a very kind doctor, made me feel good all the time, her team is also very kind.
April 6, 2019Ivonne H.Verified patient
She didn’t listen to me and even insulted my intelligence mutiple times.
July 16, 2023Initials hidden
She is excellent, was unhurried, took time to listen and made me feel comfortable
April 4, 2019Augusta U.Verified patient
She is a nice doctor. Listens to the patient carefully and understands quickly.
More than 1 year agoAroob S.Verified patient
Very unprofessional, wouldn’t recommend to my worst enemy. WILL NOT RETURN!
January 28, 2020Mary K.Verified patient
Great doctor, puts patients at ease during visits. Very knowledgeable.
More than 1 year agoRegan S.Verified patient
They were all over the place. Didn’t seem to have it together.
October 29, 2019Initials hidden
Really sweet! She’s very professional, and she’s also kind.
More than 1 year agoInitials hidden
She was amazing and sweet and her staff was as well
August 13, 2018Jazzalyn H.Verified patient
Dr. Zhou is extremely knowledgeable and super nice.
September 18, 2018Guisselle M.Verified patient
Friendly staff
April 13, 2026Brittney B.Verified patient
I had a Nexplanon implant that needed removing and other facilities were booking months out. I was able to schedule here for 2 weeks out and it was a very quick and efficient visit.
March 4, 2026Jennifer H.Verified patient
I had a wonderful first gyno appointment. I’m convinced that if you dislike this doctor, it is purely because you’re racist overwhelmingly the only negative thing I read in comments was “unable to understand.” I had absolutely no issue she made me feel comfortable and safe. She told me what was going on. I highly recommend especially if you’re nervous and this is your first appointment. They did everything right!
February 23, 2026Amanda P.Verified patient
Waited over an hour before being seen. Had to fill out forms that I had already filled out online. Was brought to a room and left alone for 30+ minutes with no other patients in the office.
December 17, 2025Ginamarie B.Verified patient
Straightforward, informative, kind, and friendly.
December 5, 2025Marjana S.Verified patient
I was rushed during my appointment. The provider did not listened to me when I voiced my concerns and questions. She kept telling me everything was fine when she did not even know, ask, or check what I was concerned about. Overall I was not heard AND rushed throughout my appointment. When I called to follow up she made comments of me not remembering what I said. When I am sure of what I said (notes proved this). Also she told me I needed to set an appointment to look at my chart. Not a good experience.
September 8, 2025Initials hidden
The overall service was all right. The staff up front publicly asked me about something I had written on my document regarding a sensitive matter, and I had to assure them a few times that I did not have a condition they believed that I had. I wish they would've made note about their concerns and asked me to clarify details in private. It was embarrassing. Aside from that, I was early for my appointment and it was close to 50 minutes later that I was able to be seen. Overall, I believe the staff was mostly professional and the doctor was nice, but I can tell they're not used to patients with my specific needs, so I don't think I'm good fit at this clinic.
August 30, 2025Initials hidden
It was a very quick appointment. I appreciated the fact that they were able to get me in so quickly as a new patient. I was seen for a specific reason. The Dr. quickly addressed that , and set me up for a mammogram. I will be going back for my annual exam mid month.
August 29, 2025Anne B.Verified patient
Not good. Tried to charge me a $50 deposit when I got there. Me and my boyfriend confirmed that it was $50 about 6 or 7 times. My card declined, even though I had the money in there so my boyfriend tried on Apple Pay. They took $60 and asked how we were going to pay the rest. Turns out they were trying to charge my card for over $300 before being seen.
August 16, 2025Lila C.Verified patient
It was a first visit which is why it took so long before I went back to see the doctor, just filling out paperwork.
I got my annual check up / physical/ ??pap smear/ blood work.
Once back in the room everything went pretty smoothly. There was bit of a wait initially but seemed like clock work once I saw the doctor.
I believe this office only has one doctor and one nurse
August 14, 2025Chantalle T.Verified patient
The exam room was filthy. There was food crumbs and hair on the floor, and I didn't want to walk on it in stocking feet. As I sat waiting for the doctor, I noticed more dirt around me and just couldn't imagine getting undressed there. I left before the doctor came in. My appointment was early Monday morning, so I just could not excuse the filth.
July 21, 2025Tasha S.Verified patient
Had good experience. She was nice. I was nervous considering reviews but she was sweet. So was her staff. Offered to do tests and draw blood for those tests as well.
May 23, 2025Jasmine B.Verified patient
Absolutely would never go back, Horrible bedside manner, and very untidy and disorganized doctor’s office. It is clear why there are so many available appointments. They charged me an exorbitant out of pocket cost for a simple routine pap smear when they claimed to take my insurance, and I already met my deductible. Appointment type said “IUD Insertion” and when I got there, they wouldn’t even allow me to get one in. They should at the very least change the appointment type to “IUD consultation” highly misleading. Do not go here!
More than 1 year agoInitials hidden
After waiting for 30 minutes after my scheduled appointment time, I was taken in for weight, height, etc. then told to go back to the lobby and waited for another 40 minutes to no avail so I left. the office itself was sketchy, will definitely not be returning.
More than 1 year agoInitials hidden
I had been going to the same doctor for 10 years, and after I moved, I was super worried about finding one that I would feel comfortable working with again. I truly lucked out with Dr. Zhou! She was very kind, clear, and caring.
More than 1 year agoInitials hidden
Very good.
January 27, 2025Tiffany B.Verified patient
I was seen for a lump in my breast and couldn’t get any sort of reassurance or any questions answered. I asked if it was small and received no answer. My anxiety is worse now than it was before.
November 22, 2024Casey W.Verified patient
Very condescending
More than 1 year agoInitials hidden
She was so friendly and clearly good at her job. She was a wizard with the speculum and it wasn’t painful even though I was ANXIOUS. She communicated each piece before doing anything to help me prepare.
The office staff was very friendly and helpful! They were able to get me checked in and the basics in under 15 min.
I will be back whenever I get pregnant for sure
October 2, 2024Emily H.Verified patient
This doctor was, first and foremost, EXTREMELY hard to understand. Along with the front desk attendant. While I understand they are foreign, I couldn’t believe how poor their English was. It’s important to be able to adequately communicate your findings to your patients but the language barrier was impossible. She mentioned something about my cervix and I had to have her repeat herself 5 times after just giving up. She was not gentle with the exam and did not give any warning as to when she was beginning it. After it, she handed me a pad and told me to get dressed. Where I then had to walk to the lobby and pee in a cup before she would give me a birth control sample. The gentlemen in front announced “you’re good to go!” When my test came back negative and handed me the sample. Lastly, the birth control she prescribed me is over $80 for a 30 day supply after I told her my insurance typically only covers generic versions. Awful experience. Waste of $ & time.
September 29, 2024Jessie M.Verified patient
I had a good experience with the Doctor and her service. She tried to make me feel comfortable as I was there for a Pap smear. She’s very nice .
The wait time is the only thing I was not happy about, i waited for more than an hour to finally see the doctor. The staff is friendly and the doctor too.
More than 1 year agoInitials hidden
Thorough and kind
September 14, 2024Michelle S.Verified patient
Couldn’t figure out cause of pain.
August 17, 2024Tiffanie B.Verified patient
She listened and was attentive to my needs!
August 16, 2024Tahkiyah H.Verified patient
Muy profesionales
March 29, 2024Tatiana M.Verified patient
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Which hospital is Dr. Rao Zhou affiliated with?
Dr. Rao Zhou is affiliated with Saint Vincent Women's Hospital, Indiana University Health, North Hospital, and Indiana University Health, Methodist Hospital.
What practice does Dr. Rao Zhou work with?
Dr. Rao Zhou works with Friendly Women's HealthCare LLC.
Where is Dr. Rao Zhou's office located?
Dr. Rao Zhou has 2 office locations, including in Carmel and Indianapolis, view full addresses on Dr. Zhou's profile.
Which board certifications does Dr. Rao Zhou have?
Dr. Rao Zhou is certified by American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology.
What are common reasons for patients to see Dr. Rao Zhou?
Dr. Rao Zhou frequently sees patients for Annual Pap Smear / GYN Exam, Birth Control / Contraception, OB-GYN Consultation, Pregnancy Problem, and Sexually Transmitted Infection (STI). You can see other visit reasons for Dr. Rao Zhou on their profile.
What languages does Dr. Rao Zhou speak?
Dr. Rao Zhou speaks English.
How do patients rate Dr. Rao Zhou in reviews?
349 patients have reviewed Dr. Rao Zhou. The overall rating for this doctor is 4.13/5. They have a 4.25/5 rating for bedside manner and a 4.19/5 rating for wait time. You can read individual reviews and ratings on their profile.