Expertise in
6
conditions

Dr. Lekha M. Rao

Pediatric Neurology
UCLA Department Of Surgery
10833 Le Conte Ave, 
Los Angeles, CA 
Expertise in
6
conditions
UCLA Department Of Surgery
10833 Le Conte Ave, 
Los Angeles, CA 

Overview

Lekha Rao is a Pediatric Neurologist practicing medicine in Los Angeles, California.

Dr. Rao is highly rated in 6 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Seizures, Absence Seizure, Epilepsy in Children, and Generalized Tonic-Clonic Seizure.

She is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 10 peer reviewed articles.

Specialties

Pediatric Neurology

Licenses

Pediatrics in CA

Languages Spoken

English

Gender

Female

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Blue Shield of California
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Locations

UCLA Department of Surgery
10833 Le Conte Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90095

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.

10 Total Publications

Influenza-Associated Acute Necrotizing Encephalopathy in US Children.
Influenza-Associated Acute Necrotizing Encephalopathy in US Children.
Journal: JAMA
Published: July 30, 2025
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Lekha M. Rao

How do I make an appointment with Dr. Lekha M. Rao?

You can book an appointment with Dr. Lekha M. Rao by calling their office at 310-825-6196. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.

Is Dr. Lekha M. Rao a top-rated expert for Seizures?

MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Lekha M. Rao is classified as an Advanced expert for Seizures, 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. Lekha M. Rao specialize in?

While Dr. Lekha M. Rao is a Pediatric Neurology, they have specific expertise in Seizures, Absence Seizure, and Epilepsy in Children. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Pediatric Neurology.

Does Dr. Lekha M. Rao participate in research or clinical trials?

Yes. Dr. Lekha M. Rao has published 10 articles and abstracts on conditions like Seizures. You can view a list of Dr. Lekha M. Rao's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.

Does Dr. Lekha M. Rao accept my insurance?

Dr. Lekha M. Rao accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 310-825-6196 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

Areas of Expertise

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