Summary

Dr. Pooja Rao is an ophthalmologist specializing in comprehensive eye care and vision health. She earned her medical degree from St. Louis University School of Medicine and has dedicated 18 years to helping patients maintain and restore their sight. Her extensive experience in the field has made her skilled in diagnosing and treating a wide range of eye conditions.

Dr. Rao practices at Edward Hines Jr VA Hospital in Hines, Illinois, where she focuses on treating cataracts, presbyopia, and glaucoma. She performs comprehensive eye exams and dilated eye exams to thoroughly evaluate her patients' vision and eye health. Her expertise also includes optical coherence tomography, an advanced imaging technique that provides detailed views of the eye's structures to aid in accurate diagnosis and treatment planning.

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Quick Facts

  • 18 years of experience
  • St Louis University School Of Medicine
  • 1 specialty
  • 9 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Female

Office Location

Edward Hines Jr Va Hospital

5000 S 5th AveHines, IL 60141

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Speaks English Speaks English Speaks English, Spanish
Hines , ILChicago , ILDowners Grove , ILLisle , IL
Med School: St Louis University School Of Medicine Med School: Georgetown University School Of Medicine Med School: Perelman School Of Medicine At University Of Pennsylvania
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Medical Specialties

Dr. Pooja Jamnadas Rao has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Pooja Jamnadas Rao has the following 9 areas of expertise

  • Blindness
  • Cataract
  • Diabetic Retinopathy
  • Eye Exam
  • Eye Pain
  • Glaucoma
  • Lasik Surgery
  • Macular Degeneration
  • Vision Issues

Certifications, License, & Education

18 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Illinois, 2026, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Medical School

St Louis University School Of MedicineGraduated in 2008

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Which hospitals is Dr. Pooja Rao affiliated with?
Dr. Pooja Rao is affiliated with Edward Hines Jr Va Hospital.
Where is Dr. Pooja Rao's office located?
Dr. Pooja Rao's office is located at 5000 S 5th Ave, Hines, IL, 60141.

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