Overview
Sanjay Rao is a Neurosurgery provider practicing medicine in Fontana, California.
His clinical expertise encompasses Stroke, Cerebral Arteriovenous Malformation, Subarachnoid Hemorrhage, Sacral Nerve Stimulation, and Laminectomy.
He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 4 peer reviewed articles. Dr. Rao is currently accepting new patients.
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Insurance
Accepted insurance can change. Please verify directly with the provider.
Accepted insurance plans:
- HMO
- POS
- PPO
Locations
9961 Sierra Ave, Fontana, CA 92335
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.
USC Neurosurgeons Inc.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Sanjay C. Rao
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Sanjay C. Rao?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Sanjay C. Rao by calling their office at 833-574-2273. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Sanjay C. Rao a top-rated expert for Stroke?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Sanjay C. Rao is classified as an Experienced expert for Stroke, 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. Sanjay C. Rao specialize in?
While Dr. Sanjay C. Rao is a Neurosurgery, they have specific expertise in Stroke, Cerebral Arteriovenous Malformation, and Subarachnoid Hemorrhage. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Neurosurgery.
Does Dr. Sanjay C. Rao participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Sanjay C. Rao has published 4 articles and abstracts on conditions like Stroke. You can view a list of Dr. Sanjay C. Rao's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Sanjay C. Rao accept my insurance?
Dr. Sanjay C. Rao accepts most major insurance plans, including CareFirst. We recommend calling the office directly at 833-574-2273 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
- ApoplexyDr. Rao isExperienced. Learn about Apoplexy.
- Brain AbscessDr. Rao isExperienced. Learn about Brain Abscess.
- Cerebellum Agenesis HydrocephalyDr. Rao isExperienced. Learn about Cerebellum Agenesis Hydrocephaly.
- Cerebral Arteriovenous Malformation
- Cervical MyelopathyDr. Rao isExperienced. Learn about Cervical Myelopathy.
- Chronic Subdural HematomaDr. Rao isExperienced. Learn about Chronic Subdural Hematoma.
