4.2
39 Ratings with 20 written Reviews
Summary
Dr. Dinesh Rao is a urologist with nearly three decades of experience treating patients across Florida. He earned his medical degree from Duke University School of Medicine and has dedicated his 29-year career to specializing in urology and surgery. Dr. Rao is fluent in both English and Spanish, allowing him to serve a diverse patient population.
Dr. Rao practices at multiple locations throughout Ocala and Oxford, Florida, with affiliations at UF Health Spanish Plaines Hospital. His expertise focuses on treating conditions such as benign prostatic hyperplasia and prostate cancer, including cases where cancer has returned. He performs diagnostic procedures like urinalysis and urodynamic testing to evaluate bladder function and post-void residual urine tests. Patients have given Dr. Rao an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars.
Dr. Rao practices at multiple locations throughout Ocala and Oxford, Florida, with affiliations at UF Health Spanish Plaines Hospital. His expertise focuses on treating conditions such as benign prostatic hyperplasia and prostate cancer, including cases where cancer has returned. He performs diagnostic procedures like urinalysis and urodynamic testing to evaluate bladder function and post-void residual urine tests. Patients have given Dr. Rao an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars.
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Quick Facts
- accepting new patients
- 29 years of experience
- 105 insurance plans accepted
- speaks English, Spanish
- Duke University School Of Medicine
- 20 written reviews
- 1 award
- 2 specialties
- 8 areas of expertise
- 2 board certifications
- 1 hospital affiliation
- 7 office locations
- Male
Patients’ Perspective
- Gave an accurate diagnosis
- Had a good bedside manner
- Spent time with me
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Office Locations
Dr. Dinesh Shiva Rao has 7 locationsAdvanced Urology Institute
1901 SE 18th Ave Ste 300Ocala, FL 34471 Tel: (352) 351-1313
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
Advanced Urology Institute
9401 SW State Rd 200 Ste 3001Ocala, FL 34481Mon8:00 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
Advanced Urology Institute
12109 County Road 103 Ste 1Oxford, FL 34484 Tel: (352) 430-0705
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
Advanced Surgery Center Of Oxford
12117 COUNTRY RD 103OXFORD, FL 34484 Tel: (352) 626-8989
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
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| Urology | Urology | Critical Care Medicine | Surgery |
| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | |
| 29 Years of Experience | 11 Years of Experience | 8 Years of Experience | |
| No Virtual Visit Option | Virtual Visit Available | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option |
| Speaks English, Spanish | Speaks English | ||
| Ocala , FL | Miami , FL | GAINESVILLE , FL | Des Moines , IA |
| Med School: Duke University School Of Medicine | Med School: Howard University College Of Medicine | Med School: Howard University College Of Medicine | |
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Dinesh Shiva Rao
Specialty Expertise
Dr. Dinesh Shiva Rao has the following 8 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
29 Years Experience
Dr. Dinesh Shiva Rao holds an active medical license in the state of Florida.
Medical License
Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of Florida that expires in 2027.
Education & Training
Medical School
Graduated from Duke University School Of Medicine in 1997.
NPI Number
Dr. Rao's NPI number is 1033169859.
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- Dr. Dinesh Rao's office is located at 1901 SE 18th Ave Ste 300, Ocala, FL, 34471.
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