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Dr. Michael Rao, MD

Colorectal Surgery* Age 36
Dr. Michael Rao, MD
5.0 (21 Ratings)
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Dr. Michael Rao, MD is a Colorectal Surgeon in Honolulu, HI.
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Dr. Michael Rao, MD

Colorectal Surgery* Age 36
Honolulu, HI
Accepting new patients
10 years of experience
Dr. Michael Rao, MD is a Colorectal Surgeon in Honolulu, HI.

About

Dr. Rao graduated from University of Miami Miller School of Medicine in 2015 and completed a residency at University Of Hawaii Integrated Hospitals - General Surgery.Dr. Michael Rao, MD is a Colorectal Surgeon in Honolulu, HI and has 10 years experience. Dr. Rao currently practices at Island Surgical Specialists and are affiliated with Straub Clinic and Hospital, Kuakini Medical Center and Kapiolani Medical Center for Women and Children. Dr. Rao has experience treating conditions like Rectal Prolapse among other conditions at varying frequencies. At present, Dr. Rao received an average rating of 5.0/5 from patients and has been reviewed 21 times. Dr. Rao's office accepts new patients. Dr. Rao is board certified in Colon & Rectal Surgery.

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Rectal Prolapse
Anal Fistulectomy or Fistulotomy
Hemorrhoidectomy or Excision of Anal Tags
Rectal Prolapse
Anal Fistulectomy or Fistulotomy
Hemorrhoidectomy or Excision of Anal Tags
Rectal Prolapse
Anal Fistulectomy or Fistulotomy
Hemorrhoidectomy or Excision of Anal Tags
Anal and Rectal Cancer
Anal Fissure
Anorectal Fistula
Colorectal Cancer
Constipation
Hemorrhoids
Intestinal Obstruction
Colectomy
Colonoscopy, Proctosigmoidoscopy, and Sigmoidoscopy
Removal or Destruction of Rectal or Intestinal Tumor (incl. Colonoscopy, Proctosigmoidoscopy, Sigmoidoscopy and Control of Hemorrhage)
Repair of Anal and Rectal Defects (Anoplasty, Repair of Imperforate Anus, Sphincteroplasty, Rectal Graft)
Acute Bowel Infarction
Anal Abscess
Anal Disorders
Anal Itch
Anal or Rectal Pain
Anal Prolapse
Anal Sphincter Dysplasia
Anal Warts
Anorectal Abscess
Appendiceal Tumor
Appendicitis
Colitis
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Colon Cancer
Colon Polyp
Colonic Volvulus
Crohn's Disease
Diseases Contagious from Anal Sex
Diverticular Diseases
Diverticulitis
Inflammatory Bowel Disease
Intestinal Abscess
Meckel's Diverticulum
Neuroendocrine Tumors
Pelvic Abscess
Proctitis
Rectal Abscess
Rectal Bleeding
Rectal Cancer
Rectal Diseases
Rectal Pain
Rectal Ulcer
Rectal-Colon Bleeding
Rectovaginal Fistula
Ulcerative Colitis
Abscess or Cyst Drainage or Aspiration
Anal Cauterization
Anal Repair
Anoscopy
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Anoscopy With Removal of Anal Tumor
Colectomy Sigmoidectomy with Robotic Assist
Colon Surgery
Colonoscopy
Colostomy
Condyloma Destruction
da Vinci® Colectomy
Destruction of Anal Tumor
Endoscopic Mucosal Resection
Enterostomy (Laparoscopic or Open)
Excision of Anal Tags
Excision of Rectal Tumor
Hemorrhoid Banding
Hemorrhoid Removal
Hemorrhoid Treatment
Laparoscopic Abdominoperineal Resection of the Rectum With Robotic Assistance
Laparoscopic Colectomy
Laparotomy
Procetectomy With Robotic Assist
Proctectomy
Rectal Surgery
Rectovaginal Repair
Screening Colonoscopy
Sphincter Reserving Surgery
Sphincterotomy
Stent-Assisted Carotid Angioplasty
Wound Repair

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Locations

  1. 1 Kuakini- Island Surgical Specialists
    405 N Kuakini St Ste 1001, Honolulu, HI 96817
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    Monday
    08:30 - 16:30
    Tuesday
    08:30 - 16:30
    Wednesday
    08:30 - 16:30
    Thursday
    08:30 - 16:30
    Friday
    08:30 - 16:30
    Saturday
    Closed
    Sunday
    Closed

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Mar 15, 2024
First doctor I saw that knew exactly what to do. Very kind. Expert level and compassionate. Alan his nurse assistant and his front office were also informative and caring. I will have a follow up in a few weeks and am happy I’m seeing him.
Kalani — Mar 15, 2024
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Specialties*
Colorectal Surgery
Specialties*
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • University of Miami Miller School of Medicine
    2015
Medical Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • Colon & Rectal Surgery
Board Certifications
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Internship

Internship
  • University Of Hawaii Integrated Hospitals - General Surgery
    2016
Internship

Residency

Residency Hospital
  • University Of Hawaii Integrated Hospitals - General Surgery
    2020
Residency Hospital

Fellowship

Fellowship Hospital
  • OhioHealth - Grant Colon and Rectal Surgery
    2021
Fellowship Hospital
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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Michael Rao, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Rao's profile.

Dr. Michael Rao, MD is affiliated with Straub Clinic and Hospital, Kuakini Medical Center and Kapiolani Medical Center for Women and Children.

Yes, Dr. Michael Rao, MD holds board certification in Colon & Rectal Surgery.

Hospital Affiliations

  • Straub Clinic and Hospital

    888 S King St, Honolulu, HI

  • Kuakini Medical Center

    347 N Kuakini St, Honolulu, HI

  • Kapiolani Medical Center for Women and Children

    1319 Punahou St, Honolulu, HI