Dr. Dinesh Rao, MD
Urology*
25+ years of experience
Accepting new patients
Telehealth services available
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Dr. Dinesh Rao, MD
Urology
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Dr. Dinesh Rao, MD is a urologist in Ocala, FL and has over 25 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Rao has extensive experience in Urinary Calculi & Removal and Urinary Conditions. He graduated from Duke University in 1997. He is affiliated with HCA Florida Ocala Hospital. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.
4.1 Star Rating
Based on 81 reviews 4.1 Star Rating (81 reviews)
Locations
Advanced Urology Institute
Advanced Urology Institute
Advanced Urology Institute -Timberridge
Dr. Rao is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Urology
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- Above average experience
- Good hospital quality
- Good patient ratings
- No healthcare sanctions
- Area of Expertise • Dr. Rao specializes in the area of Urology. See board certifications
- Explains Conditions Well • Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. See reviews
- Offers Telehealth • This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
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Dr. Rao's Reviews
Likelihood to recommend Dr. Rao
4.1
81 ratings, 47 with a written review
| 5 star | 74% | 74% |
| 4 star | 2% | 2% |
| 3 star | 1% | 1% |
| 2 star | 2% | 2% |
| 1 star | 20% | 20% |
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Fine Doctor!
What went well
- I felt respected
- Listened & answered questions
- Explained conditions well
- Staff friendliness
- Appointment wasn't rushed
- Trusted the provider's decisions
- Wait times
What could be improved
- Difficult to schedule appointment
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Ken – Apr 02, 2025
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He is a very careing man & very good at his job.
What went well
- I felt respected
- Appointment scheduling
- Listened & answered questions
- Explained conditions well
- Staff friendliness
- Appointment wasn't rushed
- Trusted the provider's decisions
- Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Feb 14, 2025
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I have been a patient of Dr Rao for several years
What went well
- I felt respected
- Appointment scheduling
- Listened & answered questions
- Staff friendliness
- Appointment wasn't rushed
- Trusted the provider's decisions
- Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Kenneth Horne – Feb 13, 2025
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Very professional
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Feb 11, 2025
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Great doctor
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Feb 07, 2025
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Dr Rao is great... office processing is dreadful.
What went well
- I felt respected
- Appointment scheduling
- Listened & answered questions
- Explained conditions well
- Appointment wasn't rushed
- Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
- Staff wasn't friendly
- Long wait times
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Gary Nankervis – Feb 07, 2025
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Love Dr. Rao.
What went well
- I felt respected
- Listened & answered questions
- Explained conditions well
- Staff friendliness
- Appointment wasn't rushed
- Trusted the provider's decisions
- Wait times
What could be improved
- Difficult to schedule appointment
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Dec 18, 2024
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Dr Rao goes over everything with you.
What went well
- I felt respected
- Appointment scheduling
- Listened & answered questions
- Explained conditions well
- Staff friendliness
- Appointment wasn't rushed
- Trusted the provider's decisions
- Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Donna H – Dec 18, 2024
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Well trained staff..friendly
What went well
- I felt respected
- Appointment scheduling
- Listened & answered questions
- Explained conditions well
- Staff friendliness
- Appointment wasn't rushed
- Trusted the provider's decisions
- Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Oct 30, 2024
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Dr. Rao
What went well
- I felt respected
- Appointment scheduling
- Listened & answered questions
- Explained conditions well
- Staff friendliness
- Appointment wasn't rushed
- Trusted the provider's decisions
- Wait times
What could be improved
No results
2 others found this helpful
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Sep 12, 2024
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He listens & gives you his recommendations on what to try next.
What went well
- I felt respected
- Listened & answered questions
- Explained conditions well
- Appointment wasn't rushed
- Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
- Difficult to schedule appointment
- Staff wasn't friendly
- Long wait times
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Sep 06, 2024
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He takes the time to answer my questions
What went well
- Listened & answered questions
- Explained conditions well
- Staff friendliness
- Appointment wasn't rushed
What could be improved
No results
2 others found this helpful
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Allan Calhoun – Aug 31, 2024
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Excellent Urologist
What went well
- I felt respected
- Listened & answered questions
- Explained conditions well
- Appointment wasn't rushed
- Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
- Staff wasn't friendly
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Aug 31, 2024
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Good experience
What went well
- I felt respected
- Appointment scheduling
- Listened & answered questions
- Explained conditions well
- Staff friendliness
- Appointment wasn't rushed
- Trusted the provider's decisions
- Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Aug 31, 2024
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Dr Rao first visit
What went well
- I felt respected
- Listened & answered questions
- Explained conditions well
- Staff friendliness
- Appointment wasn't rushed
- Trusted the provider's decisions
- Wait times
What could be improved
- Difficult to schedule appointment
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Aug 21, 2024
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Very professional gets you in on time. Goes over what is important and informs you if three is anything we need to pay attention to. I have complete truust in his ability.
What went well
- I felt respected
- Appointment scheduling
- Listened & answered questions
- Explained conditions well
- Staff friendliness
- Appointment wasn't rushed
- Trusted the provider's decisions
- Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Thomas Bovee – Aug 17, 2024
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Last meeting
What went well
- I felt respected
- Listened & answered questions
- Explained conditions well
- Appointment wasn't rushed
- Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Aug 16, 2024
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He explained everything. Very kind
What went well
- I felt respected
- Appointment scheduling
- Listened & answered questions
- Explained conditions well
- Staff friendliness
- Appointment wasn't rushed
- Trusted the provider's decisions
- Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Aug 15, 2024
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Very efficient, outstanding medical professional!
What went well
- I felt respected
- Appointment scheduling
- Listened & answered questions
- Explained conditions well
- Staff friendliness
- Appointment wasn't rushed
- Trusted the provider's decisions
- Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Aug 15, 2024
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Very likely
What went well
- I felt respected
- Appointment scheduling
- Listened & answered questions
- Explained conditions well
- Staff friendliness
- Appointment wasn't rushed
- Trusted the provider's decisions
- Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Aug 14, 2024
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About Me
biography
Dr. Dinesh Rao, MD is an urology doctor who practices in Oxford, FL. He is 45 years old and has been practicing for 20 years. Dr. Rao is affiliated with HCA Florida Ocala Hospital?, The Villages Regional Hospital and Munroe Regional Medical Center.Urology
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Duke University Hospital
Residency HospitalDuke University
Internship HospitalDuke University
Medical School, 1997
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Urology®
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Urology
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Affiliated Hospitals
- Recipient of 40
hospital awardsAmerica’s 50 Best Hospitals for Surgical Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)
Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality
View all awardsAmerica’s 100 Best Hospitals for Prostate Surgery Award™ (2025)
Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality
View all patient feedbackHow patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.
79%Patients said they were given information about recovering at home5% lower than the national average
76%Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well1% higher than the national average
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