3.8
10 Ratings with 5 written Reviews
Summary
Dr. Lakshman Rao specializes in geriatric medicine and internal medicine, bringing over four decades of medical expertise to patient care. He earned his medical degree from Universidad Autonoma De Ciudad Juarez Instituto De Ciencias Biomedicas and completed his residency training at St Elizabeth Hospital. With 43 years of dedicated practice, Dr. Rao has developed extensive knowledge in caring for older adults and managing complex internal medicine conditions. He is fluent in both English and Spanish, enabling him to serve diverse patient populations.
Dr. Rao practices at Cape Fear Valley Primary Care in Erwin, North Carolina, and maintains hospital affiliations with Betsy Johnson Regional Hospital. His clinical focus includes treating heart failure, depression, and mood disorders in children. He provides essential preventive care services such as adult immunizations, flu vaccines, and pneumococcal conjugate vaccines. Patients have given Dr. Rao an average rating of 3.8 on Vitals, …reflecting their experiences with his care.
Read More Read less Dr. Rao practices at Cape Fear Valley Primary Care in Erwin, North Carolina, and maintains hospital affiliations with Betsy Johnson Regional Hospital. His clinical focus includes treating heart failure, depression, and mood disorders in children. He provides essential preventive care services such as adult immunizations, flu vaccines, and pneumococcal conjugate vaccines. Patients have given Dr. Rao an average rating of 3.8 on Vitals, …reflecting their experiences with his care.
Overview based on verified provider data
Quick Facts
- accepting new patients
- 43 years of experience
- 50 insurance plans accepted
- speaks English, Spanish
- St Elizabeth Hospital
- 5 written reviews
- 2 specialties
- 11 areas of expertise
- 2 board certifications
- 1 hospital affiliation
- 1 office location
- Male
Patients’ Perspective
- Gave an accurate diagnosis
- Had a good bedside manner
- Spent time with me
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Office Location
Cape Fear Valley Primary Care Dunn Erwin
518 E H StErwin, NC 28339 Tel: (910) 897-5591
Mon8:30 am - 4:00 pm
Tue8:30 am - 4:00 pm
Wed8:30 am - 1:30 pm
Thu8:30 am - 4:00 pm
Fri8:30 am - 4:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed
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| Geriatric Medicine | Internal Medicine | Internal Medicine | Internal Medicine |
| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | ||
| 43 Years of Experience | 40 Years of Experience | 2 Years of Experience | 2 Years of Experience |
| No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option |
| Speaks English, Spanish | |||
| Erwin , NC | Raleigh , NC | Chapel Hill , NC | Chapel Hill , NC |
| Med School: Universidad Autonoma De Ciudad Juarez Instituto De Ciencias Biomedicas | Med School: University Of North Carolina At Chapel Hill School Of Medicine | Med School: University Of North Carolina At Chapel Hill School Of Medicine | Med School: University Of North Carolina At Chapel Hill School Of Medicine |
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Lakshman Rao
Medical Specialties
Dr. Lakshman Rao has the following 2 specialties
Specialty Expertise
Dr. Lakshman Rao has the following 11 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
43 Years Experience
Education & Training
Residency
Completed their residency at St Elizabeth Hospital.
Medical School
Graduated from Universidad Autonoma De Ciudad Juarez Instituto De Ciencias Biomedicas in 1983.
NPI Number
Dr. Rao's NPI number is 1063468809.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Where is Dr. Lakshman Rao's office located?
- Dr. Lakshman Rao's office is located at 518 E H St, Erwin, NC, 28339.
- Which hospitals is Dr. Lakshman Rao affiliated with?
- Dr. Lakshman Rao is affiliated with Betsy Johnson Regional Hospital.
- Does Dr. Lakshman Rao accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
- Dr. Lakshman Rao has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
- How can I make an appointment with Dr. Lakshman Rao?
- You can find contact information for Dr. Lakshman Rao here on Vitals.
- Does Dr. Lakshman Rao accept my insurance?
- You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Lakshman Rao accepts on their Vitals profile.
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