Summary

Dr. Aravinda Rao is an ophthalmologist who specializes in diagnosing and treating conditions affecting the eyes and vision. She earned her medical degree from Tulane University School of Medicine and has been practicing for 24 years, developing extensive expertise in eye care. Dr. Rao is fluent in both English and Spanish, allowing her to serve a diverse patient population.

Dr. Rao practices at multiple locations throughout the New Orleans area, including Metairie and New Orleans, and maintains affiliations with Our Lady Of The Lake Regional Medical Center and University Medical Center New Orleans. She focuses on treating diabetic eye disease and diabetic retinopathy, conditions that can significantly impact vision in patients with diabetes. Her practice also includes managing posterior vitreous detachment and performing comprehensive eye exams. Dr. Rao utilizes advanced diagnostic tools such as retinal imaging and optical coherence tomography to provide detailed assessments of eye health. Patients rate her care at 4.2 out of 5 stars on average.
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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.2
  • 24 years of experience
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • Tulane University School Of Medicine
  • 2 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 9 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 2 hospital affiliations
  • 6 office locations
  • Female

Office Locations

Dr. Aravinda Kurella Rao has 6 locations

Southern Eye Specialists

2800 Veterans Memorial Blvd Ste 125Metairie, LA 70002
Mon8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Tue8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Wed8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Thu8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Fri8:00 am - 4:30 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

UMCNO Ambulatory Care Center

2001 Tulane Ave Ste 170New Orleans, LA 70112

UMCNO Ambulatory Care Center

2001 Tulane AveNew Orleans, LA 70112
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Saint Charles Multispecialty Clinic

3700 Saint Charles AveNew Orleans, LA 70115
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Lcmc University Medical Center

2001 Tulane AveNew Orleans, LA 70112
Mon8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Tue8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Wed8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Thu8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Fri8:00 am - 4:30 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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Dr. Aravinda Kurella Rao, MDDr. Neil F. Notaroberto, MDDr. Chad Michael CaplanDr. An Hoai Nguyen
OphthalmologyOphthalmologyOphthalmologyOphthalmology
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
4.2 
4.2 
24 Years of Experience 34 Years of Experience 6 Years of Experience 17 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English, Spanish
Metairie , LASlidell , LAMetairie , LABogalusa , LA
Med School: Tulane University School Of Medicine Med School: George Washington University School Of Medicine & Health Sciences Med School: Tulane University School Of Medicine Med School: Louisiana State University School Of Medicine In New Orleans
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Aravinda Kurella Rao

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid

Medical Specialties

Dr. Aravinda Kurella Rao has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Aravinda Kurella Rao has the following 9 areas of expertise

  • Blindness
  • Cataract
  • Diabetic Retinopathy
  • Eye Exam
  • Eye Pain
  • Glaucoma
  • Lasik Surgery
  • Macular Degeneration
  • Vision Issues

Certifications, License, & Education

24 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Louisiana, 2026, Expired

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Medical School

Tulane University School Of MedicineGraduated in 2002

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Dr. Aravinda Rao is affiliated with Our Lady Of The Lake Regional Medical Center and University Medical Center New Orleans.
What languages does Dr. Aravinda Rao speak?
Dr. Aravinda Rao speaks English and Spanish.
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