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Summary
Advanced heart failure and transplant cardiology is the focus of Dr. Vishal Rao's practice. He treats advanced heart failure conditions and cardiac transplantation, and performs cardiac catheterization. He also offers infusion clinic services and intravenous therapy.
Dr. Rao earned his MD and MPH from the University of North Carolina School of Medicine and completed his residency at Johns Hopkins Hospital in 2018. He went on to fellowships at Duke University School of Medicine in cardiovascular disease and advanced heart failure and transplant cardiology, completing both in 2022 and 2023. He sees patients in Charleston, South Carolina.
Dr. Rao earned his MD and MPH from the University of North Carolina School of Medicine and completed his residency at Johns Hopkins Hospital in 2018. He went on to fellowships at Duke University School of Medicine in cardiovascular disease and advanced heart failure and transplant cardiology, completing both in 2022 and 2023. He sees patients in Charleston, South Carolina.
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Quick Facts
- accepting new patients
- 11 years of experience
- 30 insurance plans accepted
- speaks English
- Duke University School of Medicine: Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiology
- 2 specialties
- 4 areas of expertise
- 1 office location
- Male
Office Location
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Vishal Narasinga Rao
Medical Specialties
Vishal Narasinga Rao has the following 2 specialties
Specialty Expertise
Vishal Narasinga Rao has the following 4 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
11 Years Experience
Vishal Narasinga Rao holds an active medical license in the state of South Carolina.
Medical License
| Position | State | Year | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Medical Doctor | South Carolina | 2027 | Active |
Education & Training
Fellowship
Completed their fellowship at Duke University School of Medicine: Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiology in 2023, Duke Clinical Research Institute: Clinical Research in 2022, and Duke University School of Medicine: Cardiovascular Disease in 2022.
Residency
Completed their residency at Johns Hopkins Hospital in 2018.
Medical School
Graduated from University of North Carolina School of Medicine in 2015.
NPI Number
Vishal Narasinga Rao's NPI number is 1639563703.
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- Vishal Rao's office is located at 25 Courtenay Dr 1st Floor, Charleston, SC, 29425.
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