Dr. Kamalakar Takkellapa Rao, MD

Dr. Kamalakar Rao is a cardiovascular disease specialist with over four decades of experience caring for patients with heart conditions. He earned his medical degree from State University of New York Upstate Medical University and completed his residency training at Shadyside Hospital. With 43 years of dedicated practice in cardiology, Dr. Rao brings extensive expertise to diagnosing and treating complex cardiovascular conditions. He is fluent in both English and Spanish, allowing him to serve a diverse patient population.

Dr. Rao practices at multiple locations throughout Florida, including Fort Pierce, Port Saint Lucie, and Stuart, with affiliations at HCA Florida Lawnwood Hospital, Cleveland Clinic Martin North Hospital, HCA Florida Saint Lucie Hospital, and Cleveland Clinic Martin South Hospital. He specializes in treating coronary artery disease, including specific expertise in heart disease affecting women, and conditions involving reduced blood flow to the heart muscle. His …practice includes performing comprehensive heart health assessments through specialized blood tests and metabolic panels to monitor kidney function and overall cardiovascular health. Patients consistently rate Dr. Rao highly for his care, giving him an average rating of 4.9 out of 5 stars.