Dr. Rao graduated from Rangaraya MC, Andhra University in 1972 and completed a residency at Erlanger Medical Center Baroness Campus.Dr. Gorantla Rao, MD is an Internist in Huntsville, AL and has 52 years experience. Dr. Rao currently practices at Practice and are affiliated with Crestwood Medical Center and Huntsville Hospital. Dr. Rao has experience treating conditions like Urinary Tract Infection (UTI) and Muscle Spasm among other conditions at varying frequencies. At present, Dr. Rao received an average rating of 4.4/5 from patients and has been reviewed 23 times. Dr. Rao's office is not accepting new patients. Dr. Rao is board certified in Internal Medicine and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Smitha Rao Persaud M.D. LLC
1425 Weatherly Rd SE, Huntsville, AL 35803
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Oct 12, 2021

Excellent physician. Would recommend to any of my family and friends.

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Education

Medical Education

Rangaraya MC, Andhra University
1972

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Internal Medicine and Pediatrics

Internship

Homer G Phillips Hospital
1975

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Erlanger Medical Center Baroness Campus
1981

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Dr. Rao in specializes in Internal Medicine. See more on Sharecare.

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Dr. Rao frequently treats the following conditions: Urinary Tract Infection (UTI) and Muscle Spasm. See more on Sharecare.

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Dr. Rao's office is located at 1425 Weatherly Rd SE Huntsville, AL 35803. You can find other locations and directions on Sharecare.

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Dr. Rao provides telehealth services. Please contact the office to determine whether you are eligible.

Is Dr. Gorantla Rao, MD affiliated with any hospitals?

Dr. Gorantla Rao, MD is affiliated with Crestwood Medical Center and Huntsville Hospital.

Is Dr. Gorantla Rao, MD a board-certified professional?

Yes, Dr. Gorantla Rao, MD holds board certification in Internal Medicine and Pediatrics.

Does Dr. Gorantla Rao, MD receive good ratings from patients?

Dr. Gorantla Rao, MD has a star rating of 4.4/5. See more patient feedback on Sharecare.

Hospital Affiliations

Crestwood Medical Center
1 Hospital Dr SW, Huntsville, AL
Huntsville Hospital
101 Sivley Rd SW, Huntsville, AL

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