Overview
Vyas Rao is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Shreveport, Louisiana. He has been practicing medicine for over 44 years.
Dr. Rao is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm, Fibrosing Mediastinitis, Carotid Artery Surgery, and Heart Bypass Surgery.
He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 8 peer reviewed articles. Dr. Rao is currently accepting new patients.
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1606 Kings Hwy, Shreveport, LA 71103
1501 Kings Hwy, Shreveport, LA 71103
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. Vyas R. Rao
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Vyas R. Rao?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Vyas R. Rao by calling their office at 318-626-0050. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Vyas R. Rao a top-rated expert for End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD)?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Vyas R. Rao is classified as an Advanced expert for End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), 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. Vyas R. Rao specialize in?
While Dr. Vyas R. Rao is a General Surgery, they have specific expertise in End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Carotid Artery Surgery, and Heart Bypass Surgery. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within General Surgery.
Does Dr. Vyas R. Rao participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Vyas R. Rao has published 8 articles and abstracts on conditions like End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD). You can view a list of Dr. Vyas R. Rao's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Vyas R. Rao accept my insurance?
Dr. Vyas R. Rao accepts most major insurance plans, including Blue Cross Blue Shield and Humana. We recommend calling the office directly at 318-626-0050 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
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- Advanced
- End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD)
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- Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm (AAA)Dr. Rao isExperienced. Learn about Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm (AAA).
- ALK-Positive Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer
- Arterial EmbolismDr. Rao isExperienced. Learn about Arterial Embolism.
- Carotid Artery DiseaseDr. Rao isExperienced. Learn about Carotid Artery Disease.
- Carotid Artery SurgeryDr. Rao isExperienced. Learn about Carotid Artery Surgery.
- Cervical Disc SurgeryDr. Rao isExperienced. Learn about Cervical Disc Surgery.
- Collapsed LungDr. Rao isExperienced. Learn about Collapsed Lung.
- Coronary Artery Bypass Graft (CABG)
- Fibrosing MediastinitisDr. Rao isExperienced. Learn about Fibrosing Mediastinitis.
- Heart Bypass SurgeryDr. Rao isExperienced. Learn about Heart Bypass Surgery.
- Herniated Disc SurgeryDr. Rao isExperienced. Learn about Herniated Disc Surgery.
- Lung NodulesDr. Rao isExperienced. Learn about Lung Nodules.
- MicrodiscectomyDr. Rao isExperienced. Learn about Microdiscectomy.
- NecrosisDr. Rao isExperienced. Learn about Necrosis.
- Peptic UlcerDr. Rao isExperienced. Learn about Peptic Ulcer.
- Thoracic Aortic AneurysmDr. Rao isExperienced. Learn about Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm.