Summary

Dr. Swarna Rai is an endocrinologist who specializes in diabetes and metabolism disorders. She earned her medical degree from Jawaharal Institute of Postgraduate Medical Education (JIPMER) and completed her residency at Cook County Hospital in 2014, followed by a fellowship at University of Iowa Hospital & Clinics in 2016. With 17 years of experience in medicine, Dr. Rai brings extensive knowledge to her practice. She is fluent in English.

Dr. Rai is affiliated with John H Stroger Jr Hospital Of Cook County and practices in Metairie, Louisiana. She focuses on treating patients with Type 2 diabetes, including children and teenagers with this condition. Dr. Rai also manages hyperglycemic emergencies, providing critical care when blood sugar levels become dangerously high. Her expertise includes performing comprehensive metabolic panels, general blood tests, and thyroid-stimulating hormone tests to help diagnose and monitor various endocrine conditions.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 17 years of experience
  • 14 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • University of Iowa Hospital & Clinics
  • 2 specialties
  • 11 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Female

Office Location

Dr. Swarna P Rai

4430 Veterans BlvdMetairie, LA 70006

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Endocrinology, Diabetes & MetabolismEndocrinology, Diabetes & MetabolismEndocrinology, Diabetes & MetabolismEndocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism
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17 Years of Experience 13 Years of Experience 12 Years of Experience 15 Years of Experience
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Speaks English Speaks English Speaks English, Vietnamese Speaks English
Metairie , LANew Orleans , LAGretna , LANew Orleans , LA
Med School: Jawaharal Institute of Postgraduage Medical Education (JIPMER) Med School: LSU Health Sciences Center New Orleans/ LSU School of Medicine in New Orleans Med School: Florida State University Med School: LSU Health Sciences Center New Orleans/ LSU School of Medicine in New Orleans
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Swarna P Rai

  • Aetna
  • AmeriHealth
  • AmeriHealth - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Louisiana
  • CHAMPVA
  • Cigna
  • GEHA
  • Gilsbar 360 Alliance
  • Health Alliance
  • Humana
  • Pan-American Life Insurance Group
  • Peoples Health
  • UnitedHealthcare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Swarna P Rai has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Swarna P Rai has the following 11 areas of expertise

  • Acromegaly
  • Addison Disease
  • Cushing Disease
  • Diabetes (Types I & II)
  • Endocrinology & Metabolism
  • Fatigue
  • Gland Issues
  • Hormones
  • Hyperthyroidism
  • Hypopituitarism
  • Hypothyroidism

Certifications, License, & Education

17 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Louisiana, 2026, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Fellowship

University of Iowa Hospital & Clinics2016

Residency

Cook County Hospital2014

Medical School

Jawaharal Institute of Postgraduage Medical Education (JIPMER)Graduated in 2009

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Dr. Swarna Rai's office is located at 4430 Veterans Blvd, Metairie, LA, 70006.
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Dr. Swarna Rai is affiliated with John H Stroger Jr Hospital Of Cook County.

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