Qin Rao
55 W 17th St, 
New York, NY 

Overview

Dr. Rao is a highly rated and personable gastroenterologist. Dr. Rao graduated from the renowned Columbia University with a degree in Biomedical Engineering and went on to receive a Master of Science from Yale University. He then went on to obtain his medical degree from SUNY Health Science Center in Brooklyn and completed both his residency in internal medicine and a rigorous fellowship in gastroenterology and liver disease at the Stony Brook University Hospital. Dr. Rao merges his impressive academic accomplishments with his strong passion for patient care. Dr. Rao is now affiliated with the world-renowned NY Presbyterian/Weill Cornell Medical Center.

Dr. Rao has exhibited a passion for patient care in all stages of his illustrious training and career and enjoys it. Dr. Rao has excellent clinical skills and places a strong emphasis on his relationship with his patients. He enjoys educating them on their health and creating a strong doctor-patient relationship. This approach has made Dr. Rao a highly rated gastroenterologist and valued member of Manhattan Gastroenterology.

Dr. Rao specializes in the treatment of irritable bowel syndrome, hemorrhoid treatment, GERD/heartburn, inflammatory bowel disease and colon cancer prevention. Dr. Rao customizes his approach to each patient to ensure that their treatment is as effective as it can be in a compassionate and friendly environment. Dr. Rao is affiliated with NY Presbyterian/Weill Cornell Medical Center. Dr. Rao and his team look forward to meeting you.

His clinical expertise encompasses Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS), Anal Fissure, Hemorrhoids, Endoscopy, and Hemorrhoidectomy.

Dr. Rao is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine and Gastroenterology (American Board Of Internal Medicine). He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 2 peer reviewed articles. Dr. Rao is currently accepting new patients.

Graduate Institution

State University Of New York

Residency

Stony Brook University Hospital

Specialties

Gastroenterology

Licenses

Internal Medicine in NY

Board Certifications

American Board Of Internal Medicine
Gastroenterology (American Board Of Internal Medicine)

Fellowships

Stony Brook University Hospital

Hospital Affiliations

Weill Cornell Medical Center
New York Presbyterian Hospital

Languages Spoken

English

Gender

Male

Awards

Dean's List- Columbia University
Clinical Research Award- NYACP
Publication: A Patient with Nafcillin Associated Drug Induced Liver Failure, Case Rep Gastroenterology 2017
Publication: A rare presentation of cryptococcal meningoencephalitis in an Immunocompetent Individual, Clinical Practice, 2017.
Publication: Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome, Hepatocellular Adenoma. Oral Contraceptive Pills: A Clinical Conundrum. ACG Abstracts.
Deficiency of Regenerating Islet-Derived 1 Promotes Apc Tumorigenesis in the Proximal Small Intestine, Oral Presentation, Annual Clinical Congress.

Insurance

Accepted insurance can change. Please verify directly with the provider.

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Accepted insurance plans:

Anthem BCBS
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Cigna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • PPO
UnitedHealthcare
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO

Locations

Manhattan Gastroenterology
55 W 17th St, New York, NY 10011
Sunday:Closed
Monday:8:30 AM - 8:00 PM
Tuesday:8:30 AM - 8:00 PM
Wednesday:8:30 AM - 8:00 PM
Thursday:8:30 AM - 8:00 PM
Friday:8:30 AM - 6:00 PM
Saturday:Closed

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.

Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)
Hemorrhoidectomy
Colonoscopy
Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)

Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Qin Rao

How do I make an appointment with Dr. Qin Rao?

You can book an appointment with Dr. Qin Rao by calling their office at 212-427-8761. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.

What conditions does Dr. Qin Rao specialize in?

While Dr. Qin Rao is a Gastroenterology, they have specific expertise in Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS), Anal Fissure, and Hemorrhoids. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Gastroenterology.

Does Dr. Qin Rao accept my insurance?

Dr. Qin Rao accepts most major insurance plans, including Anthem BCBS and Blue Cross Blue Shield. We recommend calling the office directly at 212-427-8761 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

Areas of Expertise

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