Robert Rao
Expertise in
10
conditions

Dr. Robert Rao

General Surgery
Endeavor Health
Endeavor Health Medical Group
880 W. Central Rd., Suite 5000, 
Arlington Heights, IL 

Expertise in
10
conditions
Endeavor Health
Endeavor Health Medical Group
880 W. Central Rd., Suite 5000, 
Arlington Heights, IL 
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Overview

Robert Rao, MD, a general and breast surgeon at Endeavor Health and Medical Director of Surgical Services at Endeavor Health Northwest Community Hospital, brings more than 30 years of experience in treating abdominal and breast conditions. His practice focuses on breast cancer surgery, as well as care for gallbladder issues, hernias, thyroid conditions and skin cancers. Dr. Rao combines compassion with surgical precision, integrating genetics and personalized treatment approaches to guide each patient’s care.

Dr. Rao is highly rated in 10 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Paget Disease of the Breast, Breast Cancer, Familial Pancreatic Cancer, Bladder Reconstruction, and Hernia Surgery.

Graduate Institution
University Of Missouri School Of Medicine (Kansas City), 1990
Residency
Loyola University Medical Center (Illinois), General Surgery, 1995
Specialties
General Surgery
Licenses
Surgery in IL
Board Certifications
American Board Of Surgery
Hospital Affiliations
Northwest Community Hospital 1
Languages Spoken
English
Gender
Male

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UnitedHealthcare
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Wellcare
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Locations

Endeavor Health Medical Group
880 W. Central Rd., Suite 5000, Arlington Heights, IL 60005
Call: 847-618-3800
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