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Dr. Vikram Rao specializes in neurology and internal medicine, bringing 18 years of experience to his practice. He earned his medical degree from the University of California San Francisco School of Medicine. His multilingual capabilities allow him to communicate with patients in Spanish, Chinese, Russian, English, and Tagalog.
Dr. Rao practices at several UCSF locations throughout San Francisco, California, including UCSF Helen Diller Medical Center at Parnassus Heights, University of California San Francisco Medical Center at Mount Zion, and UCSF Health St. Mary's Hospital. He focuses on treating complex neurological conditions such as epilepsy, focal seizures, and status epilepticus. His expertise includes performing electroencephalograms and interpreting brain MRI studies to diagnose and monitor neurological disorders.
Dr. Rao practices at several UCSF locations throughout San Francisco, California, including UCSF Helen Diller Medical Center at Parnassus Heights, University of California San Francisco Medical Center at Mount Zion, and UCSF Health St. Mary's Hospital. He focuses on treating complex neurological conditions such as epilepsy, focal seizures, and status epilepticus. His expertise includes performing electroencephalograms and interpreting brain MRI studies to diagnose and monitor neurological disorders.
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Quick Facts
- 18 years of experience
- speaks Spanish, Chinese, Russian, English, Tagalog
- University Of California San Francisco School Of Medicine
- 2 specialties
- 2 areas of expertise
- 3 hospital affiliations
- 4 office locations
- Male
Office Locations
Dr. Vikram Ramnath Rao has 4 locationsUniversity Of California San Francisco Medical Center At Parnassus
505 Parnassus AveSan Francisco, CA 94143 Tel: (415) 476-1000
University Of California San Francisco Medical Center At Mount Zion
1600 Divisadero StSan Francisco, CA 94143 Tel: (415) 567-6600
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| No Virtual Visit Option | Virtual Visit Available | Virtual Visit Available | Virtual Visit Available |
| Speaks Spanish, Chinese, Russian, English, Tagalog | Speaks English, Spanish, Farsi | Speaks English, German, Persian, Spanish | Speaks English, Spanish |
| San Francisco , CA | Orange , CA | CORONA DEL MAR , CA | Palo Alto , CA |
| Med School: University Of California San Francisco School Of Medicine | Med School: San Juan Bautista School Of Medicine | Med School: University Of Pittsburgh School Of Medicine | Med School: Columbia University Presbyterian Hospital - New York, NY |
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Medical Specialties
Dr. Vikram Ramnath Rao has the following 2 specialties
Specialty Expertise
Dr. Vikram Ramnath Rao has the following 2 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
18 Years Experience
Dr. Vikram Ramnath Rao holds an expired medical license in the state of California.
Medical License
Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of California that expired in 2026.
Education & Training
Medical School
Graduated from University Of California San Francisco School Of Medicine in 2008.
NPI Number
Dr. Rao's NPI number is 1316106859.
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- What languages does Dr. Vikram Rao speak?
- Dr. Vikram Rao speaks Spanish, Chinese, Russian, English, and Tagalog.
- Which hospitals is Dr. Vikram Rao affiliated with?
- Dr. Vikram Rao is affiliated with Ucsf Helen Diller Medical Center At Parnassus Heights, University Of California San Francisco Medical Center At Mount Zion, and Ucsf Health St Marys Hospital.
- Is Dr. Vikram Rao accepting new patients?
- Dr. Vikram Rao has not indicated that they accept new patients. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
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