Dr. Varun S. Rao

Anesthesiology
1740 W Taylor St Ste 3200w, 
Chicago, IL 
1740 W Taylor St Ste 3200w, 
Chicago, IL 

Overview

Varun Rao is an Anesthesiologist in Chicago, Illinois. His top areas of expertise are Fractured Spine, Gallbladder Disease, and Gallbladder Removal.

His clinical research consists of co-authoring 37 peer reviewed articles. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.

Specialties

Anesthesiology

Languages Spoken

English

Gender

Male

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Locations

1740 W Taylor St Ste 3200w, Chicago, IL 60612

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.

37 Total Publications

Differential cell signaling testing for cell-cell communication inference from single-cell data by dominoSignal.
Differential cell signaling testing for cell-cell communication inference from single-cell data by dominoSignal.
Journal: bioRxiv : the preprint server for biology
Published: July 14, 2025
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Varun S. Rao

How do I make an appointment with Dr. Varun S. Rao?

You can book an appointment with Dr. Varun S. Rao by calling their office at 312-996-4020. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.

Is Dr. Varun S. Rao a top-rated expert for Gallbladder Removal?

MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Varun S. Rao is classified as an Experienced expert for Gallbladder Removal, 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. Varun S. Rao specialize in?

While Dr. Varun S. Rao is a Anesthesiology, they have specific expertise in Gallbladder Removal, Fractured Spine, and Gallbladder Disease. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Anesthesiology.

Does Dr. Varun S. Rao participate in research or clinical trials?

Yes. Dr. Varun S. Rao has published 37 articles and abstracts on conditions like Gallbladder Removal. You can view a list of Dr. Varun S. Rao's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.

Does Dr. Varun S. Rao accept my insurance?

Dr. Varun S. Rao accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Cigna. We recommend calling the office directly at 312-996-4020 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

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