Summary

A kind and thoughtful disposition sets Dr. Arun Rao apart among plastic surgeons in Tucson, AZ. He is a caring and medically skilled surgeon who prides himself on making people feel comfortable and confident about every stage of their surgical care.

Dr. Rao grew up in the southwestern suburbs of Chicago. He stayed in Chicago and attended Northwestern University for his undergraduate degree. Dr. Rao then went on to receive his medical degree from UCC School of Medicine in Puerto Rico.

Following medical school, Dr. Rao completed his general surgery residency at Michigan State University. He received several teaching awards from the Michigan State University College of Human Medicine.

After completion of his general surgery residency, Dr. Rao returned to Chicago where he received a year of fellowship training in burn surgery at Cook County Hospital. Cook County Hospital Burn Center is one of the most prestigious burn centers in the country and treats a high volume of patients.

In addition, Dr. Rao received training in plastic and reconstructive surgery at the University of Louisville. There he trained with leaders in the field of breast and facial aesthetics and body contouring.


Meet Dr. Rao
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A kind and thoughtful disposition sets Dr. Arun Rao apart among plastic surgeons in Tucson, AZ. He is a caring and medically skilled surgeon who prides himself on making people feel comfortable and confident about every stage of their surgical care.

A member of the American College of Surgeons, Arizona Society for Plastic Surgeons and Pima County Medical Society, Dr. Rao holds staff privileges at St. Joseph's Hospital and Tucson Medical Center. He performs surgery at his personal office, at St. Joseph's Hospital and Medical Center and at Camp Lowell Surgery Center.

Get to know Dr. Rao personally and discover all that he can do to help you realize a more youthful and attractive you. Request your complimentary consultation online or call (520) 209-2500.
Education

Dr. Rao grew up in the southwestern suburbs of Chicago. He stayed in Chicago and attended Northwestern University for his undergraduate degree. Dr. Rao then went on to receive his medical degree from UCC School of Medicine in Puerto Rico.
Post-Doctorate Training

Following medical school, Dr. Rao completed his general surgery residency at Michigan State University. He received several teaching awards from the Michigan State University College of Human Medicine.

After completion of his general surgery residency, Dr. Rao returned to Chicago where he received a year of fellowship training in burn surgery at Cook County Hospital. Cook County Hospital Burn Center is one of the most prestigious burn centers in the country and treats a high volume of patients.

In addition, Dr. Rao received training in plastic and reconstructive surgery at the University of Louisville. There he trained with leaders in the field of breast and facial aesthetics and body contouring.
In His Spare Time

Dr. Rao is thrilled to now be living in Arizona and looks forwarding to providing his services as a Tucson plastic surgeon.

He loves spending time with his family, and enjoys a variety of sports, especially playing golf with his wife and taking his Labrador retriever on long runs. He has an appreciation for golf course architecture, demonstrating his proclivity for combining the technical with the aesthetic, and possesses a passion for creating beauty.
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Quick Facts

  • 2.9
  • 23 years of experience
  • 24 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • University Of Louisville
  • 5 written reviews
  • 3 specialties
  • 18 areas of expertise
  • 3 board certifications
  • 3 office locations
  • Male

Office Locations

Dr. Arun Jay Rao has 3 locations

Carondelet Saint Marys Hospital

1601 W Saint Marys RdTucson, AZ 85745

Carondelet Saint Josephs Hospital

350 N Wilmot RdTucson, AZ 85711

Carondelet Marana Hospital

5620 W Cortaro Farms RdTucson, AZ 85742

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Med School: University Central Del Caribe School Of Medicine Med School: A T Still University College Of Osteopathic Medicine Med School: University Of Cairo Faculty Of Medicine Med School: University Of Michigan Medical School
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Arun Jay Rao

  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • Alignment Health Plan
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Banner Health
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield - Federal Employees Program
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona
  • CareMore
  • Cigna
  • GEHA
  • Health Choice Arizona
  • Humana
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Mercy Care
  • Mutual of Omaha
  • Optum Health
  • SCAN Health Plan
  • Tricare
  • Triwest Healthcare Alliance
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • University of Arizona Health Plans

Medical Specialties

Dr. Arun Jay Rao has the following 3 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Arun Jay Rao has the following 18 areas of expertise

  • Breast Implants (Breast Implantation)
  • Breast Surgery (Mammaplasty)
  • Chemical Peel (Chemexfoliation)
  • Cosmetic Surgery
  • Dermabrasion
  • Eyelid surgery (Blepharoplasty)
  • Facelift (Rhytidoplasty)
  • Hair Restoration
  • Laser Hair Removal
  • Laser Resurfacing
  • Liposuction (Lipectomy)
  • Nose Job (Rhinoplasty)
  • Orthopedic Surgery
  • Reconstructive Surgery
  • Skin Cancer
  • Skin Care
  • Surgery
  • Tummy Tuck

Certifications, License, & Education

23 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Arizona, 2027, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

University Of Louisville

Medical School

University Central Del Caribe School Of MedicineGraduated in 2003

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Dr. Arun Rao speaks English and Spanish.
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Where is Dr. Arun Rao's office located?
Dr. Arun Rao's office is located at 1601 W Saint Marys Rd, Tucson, AZ, 85745.

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