Dinkar Rao, MD
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Appointed
2019
Education & Fellowships
Residency - Mount Sinai Medical Center (Closed)
Ob/Gyn
Cleveland,
OH USA
1976
Internship - Mount Sinai Medical Center (Closed)
Surgery
Cleveland,
OH USA
1973
Medical Education - Kasturba Medical College
Mysore State,
In
1972
Certifications
- Obstetrics and Gynecology
Research & Publications
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As of 2/19/2019, Dr. Rao has reported no financial relationship with industry that is applicable to this listing. In general, patients should feel free to contact their doctor about any of the relationships and how the relationships are overseen by Cleveland Clinic. To learn more about Cleveland Clinic's policies on collaborations with industry and innovation management, go to our Integrity in Innovation page.
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108 Patient Satisfaction Reviews
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Responses are measured on a scale of 1 to 5 with 5 being the best score.
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| Overall | Star Ratings | |
|---|---|---|
| Explains | 4.9 | |
| Listens | 4.9 | |
| Courtesy, Respect & Concern | 5 | |
| Patient Rating of Doctor | 5 |
21 Patient Comments
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Reviewed on Apr 23, 2019
I love Dr Rao amazing kind caring doctor. very efficient and thorough !
Reviewed on Apr 12, 2019
Dr. Ra o is the best. always courteous and professional. He is extremely knowledable. I cant say enough about Dr.Rao!
Reviewed on Apr 1, 2019
Dr. Rao is amazing. I have been seeing him for almost 12 years. He has helped me through some tough pregnancies and tough times in general. He really cares about his patient's well being. He listens well and you never feel like he is rushing you out. He has exceptional bedside manner and has gone above and beyond as my ob/gyn!
Reviewed on Mar 21, 2019
dr Rao is not only an outstanding doctor but a fine human being. a rare gem in the medical community. i think I speak for thousands of patients in saying we are fortunate to have him as our doctor.
Reviewed on Mar 19, 2019
Dr. Rao is and was very caring. he took time to answer any question I had.
Reviewed on Mar 18, 2019
I've been going to Dr. Dinkar Rao since the birth of my daughter 32 years ago. He is very professional and a very caring individual. He gets top rating from my family and I
Reviewed on Mar 13, 2019
Dr Rao always goes above and beyond. Your health is always his top priority, and he gives that same care to everyone that comes to see him.
Reviewed on Mar 11, 2019
My experience was very professional and the doctor was very very good!
Reviewed on Mar 11, 2019
This doctor is well versed and highly trained! He will be my doctor in the future!
Reviewed on Mar 11, 2019
dr rao is the most amazing, caring, skilled, knowledgeable dr that there is! i am forever grateful for him.
Reviewed on Mar 7, 2019
first time seeing this doctor. very pleased and impressed. would highly recommend
Reviewed on Mar 1, 2019
I can't imagine any improvement in Dr. Rao or his staff as I have always felt very comfortable from the moment I enter his office:)He is the best!
Reviewed on Feb 26, 2019
Dr. Rao ALWAYS makes himself available for appointments and phone calls, no matter what the circumstances are. He is a dedicated physician and with all his years of experience is so knowledgeable. I find such comfort in knowing that he is caring for me during my first pregnancy.
Reviewed on Feb 23, 2019
This was my first encounter with the new weekend staff since Dr. Rao just joined the clinic a couple of weeks earlier, so I will say they were nice and professional, but relationship building has not really begun at this point. I will recommend Dr. Rao because of his excellent service and skills.