Dr. Devika Radhika Rao, MD

Dr. Devika Rao is a pediatric pulmonologist who specializes in treating lung and breathing conditions in children. She earned her medical degree from Baylor College of Medicine and completed her residency at Grady Memorial Hospital before pursuing specialized fellowship training at Boston Children's Hospital in 2012. With 20 years of experience in medicine, Dr. Rao brings extensive expertise to her practice caring for young patients with respiratory challenges. She is fluent in Spanish, English, and Kannada, allowing her to communicate effectively with families from diverse backgrounds.

Dr. Rao practices at the University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center and sees patients at the Children's Health Specialty Center in Dallas, Texas. She treats children with serious breathing problems including asthma, acute lung injury, and bronchiectasis. Her clinical expertise includes managing acute pneumonia, addressing breathing difficulties in newborns and infants, and treating upper airway …problems that can affect a child's breathing.