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Summary
Dr. Vyas Rao is a thoracic and vascular surgeon with four and a half decades of medical experience. He earned his medical degree from Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences and completed his residency training at Methodist Hospital. His surgical expertise spans multiple specialties including thoracic surgery, vascular surgery, and general surgery. Dr. Rao is fluent in both English and Spanish.
Dr. Rao practices at Ochsner Louisiana State University Health Shreveport and sees patients in Shreveport, Louisiana. He treats patients with chronic lung disease and coronary artery disease, including specialized care for women with heart conditions. His surgical capabilities include performing pathology tests and kidney transplant biopsies. Dr. Rao brings extensive experience to complex surgical cases requiring precise diagnostic evaluation.
Dr. Rao practices at Ochsner Louisiana State University Health Shreveport and sees patients in Shreveport, Louisiana. He treats patients with chronic lung disease and coronary artery disease, including specialized care for women with heart conditions. His surgical capabilities include performing pathology tests and kidney transplant biopsies. Dr. Rao brings extensive experience to complex surgical cases requiring precise diagnostic evaluation.
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Quick Facts
- accepting new patients
- 45 years of experience
- 17 insurance plans accepted
- speaks English, Spanish
- Methodist Hospital
- 3 specialties
- 3 areas of expertise
- 3 board certifications
- 1 hospital affiliation
- 2 office locations
- Male
Office Locations
Dr. Vyas Ramuhalli Rao has 2 locationsLsu Health Sciences Center Obgyn
1501 Kings Hwy Bldg BShreveport, LA 71103 Tel: (318) 675-5379
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed
Lsu Health Sciences Center Cardiothoracic And Plastic Surgery
1541 Kings HwyShreveport, LA 71103 Tel: (318) 675-5941
Mon8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Tue8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Wed8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Thu8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Fri8:00 am - 4:30 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed
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| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | ||
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| No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option |
| Speaks English, Spanish | Speaks English | Speaks English | |
| Shreveport , LA | Shreveport , LA | Shreveport , LA | Shreveport , LA |
| Med School: RAJIV GANDHI UNIVERSITY OF HEALTH SCIENCES | Med School: Tulane University School Of Medicine | Med School: Louisiana State University School Of Medicine In Shreveport | |
Current Profile | View Profile | View Profile | View Profile |
Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Vyas Ramuhalli Rao
Medical Specialties
Dr. Vyas Ramuhalli Rao has the following 3 specialties
Specialty Expertise
Dr. Vyas Ramuhalli Rao has the following 3 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
45 Years Experience
Dr. Vyas Ramuhalli Rao holds an active medical license in the state of Louisiana.
Medical License
Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of Louisiana that expires in 2026.
Education & Training
Residency
Completed their residency at Methodist Hospital.
Medical School
Graduated from RAJIV GANDHI UNIVERSITY OF HEALTH SCIENCES in 1982 and Bangalore Med Coll Bangalore Univ Bangalore India in 1981.
NPI Number
Dr. Rao's NPI number is 1992758999.
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- Dr. Vyas Rao's office is located at 1501 Kings Hwy Bldg B, Shreveport, LA, 71103.
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