
Overview
Dr. Chitharanjan Rao is a neurology specialist at Atlantic Neuroscience Institute, part of Atlantic Health System. Board-certified in neurology, neuromuscular medicine, epilepsy and clinical neurophysiology by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology, he is also board-certified in electrodiagnostic medicine by the American Board of Electrodiagnostic Medicine and certified as a specialist in multiple sclerosis and in rare neuro-immunological disorders by the Consortium of Multiple Sclerosis Centers. Prior to joining Atlantic Health System, Dr. Rao served patients across New Jersey, Pennsylvania, the UK, and India. He also taught neurology at the University of Pittsburgh Medical School in Pennsylvania in addition to Grant Medical College in India. He is the author of multiple publications in peer-reviewed journals and presentations at international conferences. Dr. Rao earned his medical degree from the University of Bombay (now Mumbai) in India and followed that with a residency in internal medicine at Grant Medical College/Sir J.J. Hospital, and a subsequent doctorate in medicine (neurology) also at the University of Bombay. He earned membership in the Royal College of Physicians in London, UK, and trained in clinical neurophysiology, with specialized training in epilepsy surgery and neurophysiological monitoring at Queen Elizabeth Neuroscience Center, University Hospitals Birmingham NHS trust in the UK. After moving to the U.S., he completed a residency in neurology at St. Louis University, St. Louis, MO, and a fellowship in neuromuscular medicine at Wayne State University, Detroit, MI. Dr. Rao is a member of the American Academy of Neurology, American Association of Neuromuscular & Electrodiagnostic Medicine, American Clinical Neurophysiology Society, American Headache Society, American Epilepsy Society and the Royal College of Physicians, London, UK. In addition to English, he speaks several Indian languages, including Hindi, Marathi, Kannada, and Gujarati. Dr. Rao is part of Atlantic Medical Group and a participating provider of the Atlantic Accountable Care Organization.
Mr. Rao is highly rated in 12 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Parkinson's Disease, Chronic Inflammatory Demyelinating Polyneuropathy, Cerebellar Degeneration, and Movement Disorders.
Mr. Rao is board certified in American Board Of Psychiatry And Neurology. He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 1 peer reviewed article. Mr. Rao is currently accepting new patients.
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242 West Parkway, Pompton Plains Null, Pompton Plains, NJ 07444
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Dr. Rao has provided the following conditions as areas of focus. Please note that we may not have enough data to validate their experience in some of these conditions.
Clinical Research
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Chitharanjan V. Rao
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Chitharanjan V. Rao?
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Is Dr. Chitharanjan V. Rao a top-rated expert for Parkinson's Disease?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Chitharanjan V. Rao is classified as an Distinguished expert for Parkinson's Disease, 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. Chitharanjan V. Rao specialize in?
While Dr. Chitharanjan V. Rao is a Neurology, they have specific expertise in Parkinson's Disease, Chronic Inflammatory Demyelinating Polyneuropathy, and Cerebellar Degeneration. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Neurology.
Does Dr. Chitharanjan V. Rao participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Chitharanjan V. Rao has published 1 articles and abstracts on conditions like Parkinson's Disease. You can view a list of Dr. Chitharanjan V. Rao's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Chitharanjan V. Rao accept my insurance?
Dr. Chitharanjan V. Rao accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Ambetter. We recommend calling the office directly at 862-248-8165 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
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- Parkinson's DiseaseDr. Rao isDistinguished. Learn about Parkinson's Disease.
- Advanced
- Cerebellar DegenerationDr. Rao isAdvanced. Learn about Cerebellar Degeneration.
- Chronic Inflammatory Demyelinating Polyneuropathy
- Congenital Insensitivity to Pain with Anhidrosis
- Hereditary Sensory and Autonomic Neuropathy Type 2
- Infantile Axonal NeuropathyDr. Rao isAdvanced. Learn about Infantile Axonal Neuropathy.
- Memory LossDr. Rao isAdvanced. Learn about Memory Loss.
- MigraineDr. Rao isAdvanced. Learn about Migraine.
- Movement DisordersDr. Rao isAdvanced. Learn about Movement Disorders.
- New Daily Persistent Headache (NDPH)
- StrokeDr. Rao isAdvanced. Learn about Stroke.
- Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA)
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- ApoplexyDr. Rao isExperienced. Learn about Apoplexy.
- Autosomal Dominant Partial Epilepsy with Auditory Features
- Bell's PalsyDr. Rao isExperienced. Learn about Bell's Palsy.
- Benign Essential BlepharospasmDr. Rao isExperienced. Learn about Benign Essential Blepharospasm.
- Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo
- ConcussionDr. Rao isExperienced. Learn about Concussion.
- DeliriumDr. Rao isExperienced. Learn about Delirium.
- Drug Induced DyskinesiaDr. Rao isExperienced. Learn about Drug Induced Dyskinesia.
- Essential TremorDr. Rao isExperienced. Learn about Essential Tremor.
- Facial ParalysisDr. Rao isExperienced. Learn about Facial Paralysis.
- FaintingDr. Rao isExperienced. Learn about Fainting.
- Familial Neurocardiogenic SyncopeDr. Rao isExperienced. Learn about Familial Neurocardiogenic Syncope.
- Foot DropDr. Rao isExperienced. Learn about Foot Drop.
- Generalized Tonic-Clonic SeizureDr. Rao isExperienced. Learn about Generalized Tonic-Clonic Seizure.
- HeadacheDr. Rao isExperienced. Learn about Headache.
- Lewy Body Dementia (LBD)Dr. Rao isExperienced. Learn about Lewy Body Dementia (LBD).
- Mal De Debarquement SyndromeDr. Rao isExperienced. Learn about Mal De Debarquement Syndrome.
- MeningiomaDr. Rao isExperienced. Learn about Meningioma.
- Migraine with Brainstem AuraDr. Rao isExperienced. Learn about Migraine with Brainstem Aura.
- Multifocal Motor NeuropathyDr. Rao isExperienced. Learn about Multifocal Motor Neuropathy.
- Multiple Sclerosis (MS)Dr. Rao isExperienced. Learn about Multiple Sclerosis (MS).
- Myasthenia GravisDr. Rao isExperienced. Learn about Myasthenia Gravis.
- NeuralgiaDr. Rao isExperienced. Learn about Neuralgia.
- Partial Familial EpilepsyDr. Rao isExperienced. Learn about Partial Familial Epilepsy.
- Partial SeizureDr. Rao isExperienced. Learn about Partial Seizure.
- Peripheral NeuropathyDr. Rao isExperienced. Learn about Peripheral Neuropathy.
- Radiation Induced MeningiomaDr. Rao isExperienced. Learn about Radiation Induced Meningioma.
- Recurrent Peripheral Facial PalsyDr. Rao isExperienced. Learn about Recurrent Peripheral Facial Palsy.
- Relapsing Multiple Sclerosis (RMS)
- SeizuresDr. Rao isExperienced. Learn about Seizures.
- Spinal and Bulbar Muscular Atrophy
- Spinal Muscular Atrophy Type 3Dr. Rao isExperienced. Learn about Spinal Muscular Atrophy Type 3.
- Tension HeadacheDr. Rao isExperienced. Learn about Tension Headache.
- Transient Global AmnesiaDr. Rao isExperienced. Learn about Transient Global Amnesia.
- Trigeminal NeuralgiaDr. Rao isExperienced. Learn about Trigeminal Neuralgia.
- VertigoDr. Rao isExperienced. Learn about Vertigo.
