Aruna Rao
Expertise in
11
conditions

Dr. Aruna Rao

Neurology | Sleep Medicine
Baltimore, MD 
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Expertise in
11
conditions
Baltimore, MD 

Overview

Dr. Aruna Rao completed her Neurology residency at Johns Hopkins school of medicine followed by a fellowship in Sleep medicine. She sees patients at the headache center, cerebro spinal fluid (CSF) disorders center and sleep disorders center, which are located at the Johns Hopkins Bayview Medical Center. She specializes in all headache disorders including migraine, cluster, tension headaches, trigeminal neuralgia and facial pain. Dr. Rao is currently not accepting new patients. In the CSF Disorders Center she evaluates patients with pseudotumor cerebri and other CSF disorders. In the sleep disorders center she sees patients with sleep apnea, insomnia, hypersomnolence disorders and movement disorders associated with sleep like restless leg syndrome.

Dr. Rao is highly rated in 11 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Hydrocephalus, Normal Pressure Hydrocephalus, Congenital Cardiovascular Shunt, and Pseudotumor Cerebri Syndrome.

Dr. Rao is board certified in American Board Of Psychiatry And Neurology. She is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 14 peer reviewed articles.

Residency

Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, Neurology, 2011

Specialties

Neurology
Sleep Medicine

Licenses

Psychiatry & Neurology in MD

Board Certifications

American Board Of Psychiatry And Neurology

Fellowships

Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, Neurology, 2013
Cambridge Health Alliance, Child Psychiatry, 2005

Hospital Affiliations

The Johns Hopkins Hospital
Johns Hopkins Bayview Medical Center

Languages Spoken

English

Gender

Female

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Locations

Johns Hopkins Bayview Medical Center
Suite 1201, Baltimore, MD 21224
Other Locations
Johns Hopkins Bayview Medical Center
5501 Hopkins Bayview Circle, Allergy & Asthma Center, 2nd Floor, Baltimore, MD 21224

Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Aruna Rao

How do I make an appointment with Dr. Aruna Rao?

You can book an appointment with Dr. Aruna Rao by calling their office at 410-550-5624. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.

Is Dr. Aruna Rao a top-rated expert for Hydrocephalus?

MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Aruna Rao is classified as an Distinguished expert for Hydrocephalus, 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. Aruna Rao specialize in?

While Dr. Aruna Rao is a Neurology, they have specific expertise in Hydrocephalus, Normal Pressure Hydrocephalus, and Congenital Cardiovascular Shunt. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Neurology.

Does Dr. Aruna Rao participate in research or clinical trials?

Yes. Dr. Aruna Rao has published 14 articles and abstracts on conditions like Hydrocephalus. You can view a list of Dr. Aruna Rao's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.

Does Dr. Aruna Rao accept my insurance?

Dr. Aruna Rao accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and CareFirst. We recommend calling the office directly at 410-550-5624 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

Areas of Expertise

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