Overview
Pooja Rao is a Hematologist and an Oncologist in Hershey, Pennsylvania. Dr. Rao has been practicing medicine for over 18 years. Her top areas of expertise are Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia (ALL), Hemolytic Anemia, Congenital Hemolytic Anemia, and Febrile Neutropenia.
Her clinical research consists of co-authoring 7 peer reviewed articles. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.
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500 University Dr, Hershey, PA 17033
Additional Areas of Focus
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
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. Pooja Rao
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Pooja Rao?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Pooja Rao by calling their office at 717-531-6012. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Pooja Rao a top-rated expert for Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia (ALL)?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Pooja Rao is classified as an Experienced expert for Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia (ALL), 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. Pooja Rao specialize in?
While Dr. Pooja Rao is a Hematology, they have specific expertise in Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia (ALL), Hemolytic Anemia, and Congenital Hemolytic Anemia. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Hematology.
Does Dr. Pooja Rao participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Pooja Rao has published 7 articles and abstracts on conditions like Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia (ALL). You can view a list of Dr. Pooja Rao's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Pooja Rao accept my insurance?
Dr. Pooja Rao accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Blue Cross Blue Shield. We recommend calling the office directly at 717-531-6012 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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- Experienced
- Activated PI3K Delta Syndrome (APDS)
- Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia (ALL)
- Congenital Hemolytic AnemiaDr. Rao isExperienced. Learn about Congenital Hemolytic Anemia.
- Ewing SarcomaDr. Rao isExperienced. Learn about Ewing Sarcoma.
- Febrile NeutropeniaDr. Rao isExperienced. Learn about Febrile Neutropenia.
- Hemolytic AnemiaDr. Rao isExperienced. Learn about Hemolytic Anemia.