Overview
Prabakar Rao is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Saint Louis, Missouri.
Dr. Rao is highly rated in 11 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Melanoma of the Eye, Metastatic Uveal Melanoma, Choroid Plexus Carcinoma, Vitrectomy, and Cataract Removal.
He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 7 peer reviewed articles. Dr. Rao is currently accepting new patients.
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Locations
660 S Euclid Ave, Saint Louis, MO 63110
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. Prabakar K. Rao
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Prabakar K. Rao?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Prabakar K. Rao by calling their office at 314-362-3431. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Prabakar K. Rao a top-rated expert for Melanoma of the Eye?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Prabakar K. Rao is classified as an Distinguished expert for Melanoma of the Eye, 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. Prabakar K. Rao specialize in?
While Dr. Prabakar K. Rao is a Ophthalmology, they have specific expertise in Melanoma of the Eye, Metastatic Uveal Melanoma, and Choroid Plexus Carcinoma. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Ophthalmology.
Does Dr. Prabakar K. Rao participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Prabakar K. Rao has published 7 articles and abstracts on conditions like Melanoma of the Eye. You can view a list of Dr. Prabakar K. Rao's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Prabakar K. Rao accept my insurance?
Dr. Prabakar K. Rao accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 314-362-3431 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
- Choroid Plexus CarcinomaDr. Rao isDistinguished. Learn about Choroid Plexus Carcinoma.
- Melanoma of the EyeDr. Rao isDistinguished. Learn about Melanoma of the Eye.
- Metastatic Uveal MelanomaDr. Rao isDistinguished. Learn about Metastatic Uveal Melanoma.
- Punctate Inner ChoroidopathyDr. Rao isDistinguished. Learn about Punctate Inner Choroidopathy.
- UveitisDr. Rao isDistinguished. Learn about Uveitis.
- Advanced
- Diabetic RetinopathyDr. Rao isAdvanced. Learn about Diabetic Retinopathy.
- EndophthalmitisDr. Rao isAdvanced. Learn about Endophthalmitis.
- NeuroretinitisDr. Rao isAdvanced. Learn about Neuroretinitis.
- Retinal Artery OcclusionDr. Rao isAdvanced. Learn about Retinal Artery Occlusion.
- Retinal DetachmentDr. Rao isAdvanced. Learn about Retinal Detachment.
- Retinal Vein OcclusionDr. Rao isAdvanced. Learn about Retinal Vein Occlusion.
- Experienced
- Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD)
- Cataract RemovalDr. Rao isExperienced. Learn about Cataract Removal.
- Central Serous ChorioretinopathyDr. Rao isExperienced. Learn about Central Serous Chorioretinopathy.
- Cone DystrophyDr. Rao isExperienced. Learn about Cone Dystrophy.
- Cone Rod Dystrophy Amelogenesis Imperfecta
- Cone-Rod DystrophyDr. Rao isExperienced. Learn about Cone-Rod Dystrophy.
- Doyne Honeycomb Retinal DystrophyDr. Rao isExperienced. Learn about Doyne Honeycomb Retinal Dystrophy.
- Gyrate Atrophy of the Choroid and Retina
- Late-Onset Retinal DegenerationDr. Rao isExperienced. Learn about Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration.
- Ocular ToxoplasmosisDr. Rao isExperienced. Learn about Ocular Toxoplasmosis.
- Retinitis PigmentosaDr. Rao isExperienced. Learn about Retinitis Pigmentosa.
- Serpiginous ChoroiditisDr. Rao isExperienced. Learn about Serpiginous Choroiditis.
- Stargardt Macular DegenerationDr. Rao isExperienced. Learn about Stargardt Macular Degeneration.
- Usher SyndromeDr. Rao isExperienced. Learn about Usher Syndrome.
- Usher Syndrome Type 2ADr. Rao isExperienced. Learn about Usher Syndrome Type 2A.
- Uveal MelanomaDr. Rao isExperienced. Learn about Uveal Melanoma.
- VitrectomyDr. Rao isExperienced. Learn about Vitrectomy.
- Vogt-Koyanagi-Harada DiseaseDr. Rao isExperienced. Learn about Vogt-Koyanagi-Harada Disease.
- X-Linked Retinitis Pigmentosa (XLRP)