Overview
Aravinda Rao is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Metairie, Louisiana.
Dr. Rao is highly rated in 6 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Diabetic Retinopathy, Retinal Detachment, Endophthalmitis, and Retinal Artery Occlusion.
She is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 5 peer reviewed articles.
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Locations
2800 Veterans Memorial Blvd Ste 125, Metairie, LA 70002
Clinical Research
Clinical research consists of overseeing clinical studies of patients undergoing new treatments and therapies, and publishing articles in peer reviewed medical journals. Providers who actively participate in clinical research are generally at the forefront of the fields and aware of the most up-to-date advances in treatments for their patients.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Aravinda Rao
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Aravinda Rao?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Aravinda Rao by calling their office at 504-833-5573. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Aravinda Rao a top-rated expert for Diabetic Retinopathy?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Aravinda Rao is classified as an Distinguished expert for Diabetic Retinopathy, meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.
What conditions does Dr. Aravinda Rao specialize in?
While Dr. Aravinda Rao is a Ophthalmology, they have specific expertise in Diabetic Retinopathy, Retinal Detachment, and Endophthalmitis. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Ophthalmology.
Does Dr. Aravinda Rao participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Aravinda Rao has published 5 articles and abstracts on conditions like Diabetic Retinopathy. You can view a list of Dr. Aravinda Rao's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Aravinda Rao accept my insurance?
Dr. Aravinda Rao accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 504-833-5573 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
MediFind evaluates expertise by pulling from factors such as number of articles a doctor has published in medical journals, participation in clinical trials, speaking at industry conferences, prescribing and referral patterns, and strength of connections with other experts in their field.
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- Distinguished
- Diabetic RetinopathyDr. Rao isDistinguished. Learn about Diabetic Retinopathy.
- Advanced
- Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD)
- EndophthalmitisDr. Rao isAdvanced. Learn about Endophthalmitis.
- Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration
- Retinal Artery OcclusionDr. Rao isAdvanced. Learn about Retinal Artery Occlusion.
- Retinal DetachmentDr. Rao isAdvanced. Learn about Retinal Detachment.
- Experienced
- Bietti Crystalline Dystrophy (BCD)
- Birdshot ChorioretinopathyDr. Rao isExperienced. Learn about Birdshot Chorioretinopathy.
- CataractDr. Rao isExperienced. Learn about Cataract.
- Choroid Plexus CarcinomaDr. Rao isExperienced. Learn about Choroid Plexus Carcinoma.
- Cone DystrophyDr. Rao isExperienced. Learn about Cone Dystrophy.
- Cone Rod Dystrophy Amelogenesis Imperfecta