Dr. Kavita Rao, MD is an Ophthalmologist in St Petersburg, FL and has 29 years experience. They graduated from Indonesia Catholic University in 1995 and completed a residency at Hurley Medical Center.They currently practice at Gulf Coast Internist - St Petersburg and are affiliated with HCA Florida Northside Hospital and HCA Florida St. Petersburg Hospital. Dr. Rao has experience treating conditions like Intestinal Diverticulitis among other conditions at varying frequencies. At present, Dr. Rao received an average rating of 4.0/5 from patients and has been reviewed 67 times. Their office accepts new patients and telehealth appointments. Dr. Rao also speaks Persian. Dr. Rao is board certified in Internal Medicine and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Gulf Coast Internist - St Petersburg
4957 38th Ave N Ste C, St Petersburg, FL 33710
Directions (727) 525-0900

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Jun 07, 2024

I was more than pleasantly surprised and the kindness and attentiveness from Dr. Rao and her staff members, Keith and Erica. It was comforting to feel that they were truly concerned with me. I look forward to being a patient in this practice.

Meg P. — Jun 07, 2024

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Languages Spoken

Persian

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Ophthalmology

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Education

Medical Education

Indonesia Catholic University
1995

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Indonesia Catholic University
1995

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Hurley Medical Center
2001

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What are Dr. Rao's top areas of expertise?

Dr. Rao in specializes in Ophthalmology. See more on Sharecare.

What conditions does Dr. Kavita Rao, MD treat?

Dr. Rao frequently treats the following conditions: Intestinal Diverticulitis. See more on Sharecare.

What is Dr. Rao's office address?

Dr. Rao's office is located at 4957 38th Ave N Ste C St Petersburg, FL 33710. You can find other locations and directions on Sharecare.

What languages are Dr. Kavita Rao, MD fluent in?

Dr. Rao is able to speak Persian. View profile to see all.

Is Dr. Kavita Rao, MD able to provide telehealth services?

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

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

Dr. Kavita Rao, MD is affiliated with HCA Florida Northside Hospital and HCA Florida St. Petersburg Hospital.

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

Yes, Dr. Kavita Rao, MD holds board certification in Internal Medicine.

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

Dr. Kavita Rao, MD has a star rating of 4.0/5. See more patient feedback on Sharecare.

Hospital Affiliations

HCA Florida Northside Hospital
6000 49th St N, Saint Petersburg, FL
HCA Florida St. Petersburg Hospital
6500 38th Ave N, Saint Petersburg, FL

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