Dr. Gopala Krishna Rao, MD

Cardiology*MaleAge 51

Cardiology*

Dr. Gopala Krishna Rao, MD is a cardiologist in Bedford, TX. He specializes in Cardiology, Interventional Cardiology, and more.

Dr. Gopala Krishna Rao, MD

Practice

1305 Airport Fwy Ste 424 Bedford, TX 76021

Accepting new patients

Hospital Highlight

Dr. Rao is affiliated with Baylor Scott and White the Heart Hospital Plano Plano, a highly rated and top awarded hospital for cardiology.

Dr. Rao is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Cardiology

The Healthgrades Choice designation helps you understand the most important factors to consider when choosing a healthcare professional. This designation is earned based on four set standards.
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  • Above average experience
  • Good hospital quality
  • Good patient ratings
  • No healthcare sanctions
  • Areas of Expertise
    Dr. Rao specializes in the areas of Cardiovascular Disease & Interventional Cardiology. See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. See reviews
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    America’s 50 Best Hospitals for Cardiac Surgery Award™ See hospitals
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. See hospitals

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Dr. Rao's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Rao

5.0

20 ratings, 19 with a written review
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What went well
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
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J watson – Jun 03, 2024
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
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No results
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T. Fuller – May 31, 2024
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
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No results
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R. Albin – May 29, 2024
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L.bush – Apr 13, 2024
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J. Haugh – Apr 10, 2024
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Explained conditions well
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
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No results
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J martin – Mar 29, 2024
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Explained conditions well
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C. Detamore – Mar 11, 2024
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
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R martinez – Mar 08, 2024
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What went well
  • Explained conditions well
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Sharon T. – Mar 08, 2024
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
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No results
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Grover M – Dec 04, 2023
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What went well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
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No results
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Bill M – Oct 27, 2023
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Sep 15, 2023
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  • Appointment scheduling
  • Explained conditions well
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a. dhanekula – Aug 25, 2023
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  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
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R WALLER – Aug 25, 2023
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  • I felt respected
  • Staff friendliness
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
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No results
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Jul 28, 2023
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Jun 09, 2023
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  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
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  • Wait times
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Apr 24, 2023
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  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
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No results
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Karla i – Apr 10, 2023
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
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No results
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Steffenie V – Apr 07, 2023
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care philosophy

Dr Rao strongly believes in approaching patient's medical condition holistically. This includes focussing not only on therapy for established diseases but also in prevention. He is a strong proponent of being patient advocate and educating the...read more

biography

Dr. Gopala Krishna Rao is a board-certified interventional cardiologist. He is one of our newest and talented physicians here at Mid Cities Cardiology Care Center. His office is located in Bedford, TX. Dr. Rao is from India and graduated medical...read more
  • Cardiology

  • Interventional Cardiology

  • Internal Medicine

*Healthgrades does not verify qualifications for medical specialties. Please verify your provider's specialty and qualifications directly with your provider and applicable medical board.

  • Drexel University College Of Medicine

    Fellowship Hospital
  • Liverpool University England

    Fellowship Hospital
  • Chandigarh

    Residency Hospital
  • Post Graduate Institute Of Medical Education And Research

    Residency Hospital
  • Mysore University

    Medical School
  • Mount Sinai Medical Center|mt Sinai

    2015
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Internal Medicine®
Cardiovascular Disease
Interventional Cardiology
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Healthgrades has not received any data indicating a board action exists for this provider.

Dr. Rao is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Cardiology

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    Locations

    Practice

    Krishna Rao MD PLLC1305 Airport Fwy Ste 424 Bedford, TX 76021
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    • Hours
      • Mon: 8:00am - 5:00pm
      • Tue: 8:00am - 5:00pm
      • Wed: 8:00am - 5:00pm
      • Thu: 8:00am - 5:00pm
      • Fri: 8:00am - 5:00pm
      • Sat: closed
      • Sun: closed
    • Directions

    Affiliated Hospitals

    • Baylor Scott and White the Heart Hospital Plano

      1100 Allied Dr
      Plano, TX 75093
      Recipient of 21
      hospital awards

      America’s 50 Best Hospitals for Cardiac Surgery Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

      Superior clinical outcomes in coronary intervention procedures (angioplasty with stent)

      America’s 100 Best Hospitals for Cardiac Care Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

      Superior clinical outcomes in coronary intervention procedures (angioplasty with stent)

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      How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

      89%
      Patients who gave a rating of 9 or 10

      23% higher than the national average

      89%
      Patients would recommend the hospital to friends and family

      24% higher than the national average

      View all patient feedback
    • Baylor Scott & White the Heart Hospital-Denton

      2801 S Mayhill Rd
      Denton, TX 76208
      Recipient of 5
      hospital awards

      Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2024, 2023)

      Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

      Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2024, 2023)

      Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

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      How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

      90%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      2% higher than the national average

      89%
      Patients who gave a rating of 9 or 10

      14% higher than the national average

      View all patient feedback
    • Baylor Scott & White Medical Center-Plano

      4700 Alliance Blvd
      Plano, TX 75093
      Recipient of 4
      hospital awards

      Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025)

      Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

      Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2024, 2023)

      Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

      View all awards

      How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

      86%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      2% higher than the national average

      78%
      Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

      2% higher than the national average

      View all patient feedback
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