Overview
Krishna Rao is an Oncologist practicing medicine in Springfield, Illinois.
Dr. Rao is highly rated in 27 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Burkitt Lymphoma, WT1-Related Wilms Tumor Syndromes, Clear Cell Sarcoma, Laryngeal Cancer, and Bone Marrow Aspiration.
He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 41 peer reviewed articles and participating in 6 clinical trials.
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Locations
315 W Carpenter St, Springfield, IL 62702
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. Krishna Rao
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Krishna Rao?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Krishna Rao by calling their office at 217-545-8000. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Krishna Rao a top-rated expert for Burkitt Lymphoma?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Krishna Rao is classified as an Distinguished expert for Burkitt Lymphoma, 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. Krishna Rao specialize in?
While Dr. Krishna Rao is a Oncology, they have specific expertise in Burkitt Lymphoma, WT1-Related Wilms Tumor Syndromes, and Clear Cell Sarcoma. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Oncology.
Does Dr. Krishna Rao participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Krishna Rao has published 41 articles and abstracts on conditions like Burkitt Lymphoma. You can view a list of Dr. Krishna Rao's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Krishna Rao accept my insurance?
Dr. Krishna Rao accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 217-545-8000 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
- Burkitt LymphomaDr. Rao isDistinguished. Learn about Burkitt Lymphoma.
- Advanced
- AgranulocytosisDr. Rao isAdvanced. Learn about Agranulocytosis.
- ALK-Positive Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer
- AnemiaDr. Rao isAdvanced. Learn about Anemia.
- Breast CancerDr. Rao isAdvanced. Learn about Breast Cancer.
- Breast Cancer in MenDr. Rao isAdvanced. Learn about Breast Cancer in Men.
- Childhood Iron Deficiency Anemia
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- Acinic Cell Carcinoma of Salivary Glands
- Acute Eosinophilic PneumoniaDr. Rao isExperienced. Learn about Acute Eosinophilic Pneumonia.
- Acute Mountain SicknessDr. Rao isExperienced. Learn about Acute Mountain Sickness.
- Adenoid Cystic CarcinomaDr. Rao isExperienced. Learn about Adenoid Cystic Carcinoma.
- Adult Immune ThrombocytopeniaDr. Rao isExperienced. Learn about Adult Immune Thrombocytopenia.
- Adult Soft Tissue SarcomaDr. Rao isExperienced. Learn about Adult Soft Tissue Sarcoma.