Dr. Soumya G Rao, MD

Dr. Soumya Rao is a board-certified rheumatologist and internal medicine physician who has dedicated 26 years to helping patients manage complex joint and autoimmune conditions. She earned her medical degree from J J M Medical College and completed her residency training at Winthrop-University Hospital. Dr. Rao is fluent in Spanish and Chinese, enabling her to communicate effectively with diverse patient populations.

Dr. Rao practices in Poway, California, where she provides comprehensive care at Jean Mclaughlin Women's Center for Health and Healing and Palomar Medical Center. She specializes in treating rheumatoid arthritis, osteoarthritis, and osteoporosis, helping patients find relief from joint pain and stiffness. Her expertise includes performing bursa injections, arthrocentesis, and targeted joint injections to reduce inflammation and improve mobility. Patients have given Dr. Rao an average rating of 3.8 out of 5 stars.