4.7
7 Ratings with 7 written Reviews
Summary
Dr. Pooja Rao is a neurologist with 16 years of experience treating patients with complex nervous system conditions. She earned her medical degree from K S Hegde Medical Academy and has dedicated her career to helping patients navigate neurological challenges. Dr. Rao speaks English and brings extensive expertise to her practice in neurology.
Dr. Rao practices at MedStar Health locations in Washington, DC and McLean, VA, where she focuses on comprehensive neurological care. She treats patients experiencing numbness and tingling sensations, back pain, and pregnancy-related back discomfort. Her clinical skills include performing nerve and muscle testing studies, providing specialized infusion treatments, and utilizing therapeutic cooling techniques for certain conditions. Patients have rated Dr. Rao 4.7 out of 5 stars for her care.
Dr. Rao practices at MedStar Health locations in Washington, DC and McLean, VA, where she focuses on comprehensive neurological care. She treats patients experiencing numbness and tingling sensations, back pain, and pregnancy-related back discomfort. Her clinical skills include performing nerve and muscle testing studies, providing specialized infusion treatments, and utilizing therapeutic cooling techniques for certain conditions. Patients have rated Dr. Rao 4.7 out of 5 stars for her care.
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Quick Facts
- accepting new patients
- 16 years of experience
- 18 insurance plans accepted
- speaks English
- K S Hegde Medical Academy
- 7 written reviews
- 1 award
- 1 specialty
- 2 areas of expertise
- 2 office locations
- Female
Awards
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Office Locations
Pooja Mohan Rao has 2 locationsMedStar Health: Neuroscience at MedStar Georgetown University Hospital
3800 Reservoir Road, NW Pasquerilla Healthcare Center, 6th FloorWashington, DC 20007 Tel: (703) 852-8588
MedStar Health Headache Center at McLean
1420 Beverly Road Suite 300Mclean, VA 22101 Tel: (202) 295-0540
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| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | |
| 16 Years of Experience | 11 Years of Experience | 10 Years of Experience | |
| No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option |
| Speaks English | Speaks English, Mandarin | Speaks English, Urdu, Punjabi, Hindi, Spanish | |
| Washington , DC | Gaithersburg , MD | Rockville , MD | Washington , DC |
| Med School: K S Hegde Medical Academy | Med School: St. George’s University Doctor of Medicine | Med School: Jordan University Of Science And Technology Faculty Of Medicine | |
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Pooja Mohan Rao
Medical Specialties
Pooja Mohan Rao has the following specialty
Specialty Expertise
Pooja Mohan Rao has the following 2 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
16 Years Experience
Pooja Mohan Rao holds active and inactive medical licenses in the states of Virginia, Louisiana, and District Of Columbia.
Medical License
Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of Virginia that expires in 2026, an inactive medical license in the state of Louisiana that expired in 2025, and an active medical license in the state of District Of Columbia that expires in 2027.
Education & Training
Medical School
Graduated from K S Hegde Medical Academy in 2010.
NPI Number
Pooja Mohan Rao's NPI number is 1750638508.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Where is Pooja Rao's office located?
- Pooja Rao's office is located at 3800 Reservoir Road, NW Pasquerilla Healthcare Center, 6th Floor, Washington, DC, 20007.
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- Pooja Rao speaks English.
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