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Dr. Maithili Rao, MD

Dr. Maithili Rao, MD

Hematology & Oncology*
25+ years of experience

Dr. Maithili Rao, MD is a hematologist oncologist in Rockaway, NJ and has over 25 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Rao has extensive experience in Breast Neoplasms, Gastrointestinal Neoplasms, and Pancreatic Neoplasms. She graduated from Grant Medical College, Maharashtra University Of Health Sciences in 1999. She is affiliated with medical facilities such as Overlook Medical Center and Morristown Medical Center. She is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4.6 Star Rating
Based on 101 reviews 4.6 Star Rating (101 reviews)

Advanced Care Oncology and Hematology As

333 Mount Hope Ave Rockaway, NJ 07866
Telehealth available

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Hospital Highlight

Dr. Rao is affiliated with Morristown Medical Center Morristown, a highly rated hospital.

At a Glance

  • Areas of Expertise
    Dr. Rao specializes in the areas of Hematology & Medical Oncology. 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.
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    America's 100 Best Hospitals Award™ See hospitals
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Dr. Rao's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Rao

4.6

101 ratings, 53 with a written review
5 Star
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4 Star
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2 Star
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What went well
  • 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
1 person found this helpful
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SamanthaC – Dec 06, 2020
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
3 people found this helpful
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Melissa Daly – Oct 28, 2020
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
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Holly Duncan O'Keeffe – Oct 24, 2020
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Suzanne Millan – Sep 09, 2020
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Aug 11, 2020
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Long wait times
1 person found this helpful
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Jul 14, 2020
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Dara Duryea – May 22, 2020
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
3 people found this helpful
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Vin – May 12, 2020
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Apr 15, 2020
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What went well
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
2 people found this helpful
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Apr 04, 2020
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
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Dale Jacquish – Feb 28, 2020
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Feb 14, 2020
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
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Carmela Azaarian – Jan 29, 2020
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Staff wasn't friendly
1 person found this helpful
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Terry O'Grady – Jan 23, 2020
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
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Susan Gold – Jan 09, 2020
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
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Nov 27, 2019
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No results
What could be improved
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Nov 15, 2019
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What went well
  • 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
1 person found this helpful
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Fran Landi – Oct 31, 2019
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Oct 08, 2019
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Oct 03, 2019
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For detailed information about Dr.Rao and Advanced Care Oncology and Hematology Associates (ACOHA) please visit www.njacoha. com. The practice was founded by Dr. Rao with a mission of providing the highest level of quality cancer and hematology...read more
  • Hematology & Oncology

  • Hematology

  • Oncology

  • Medical Oncology

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  • University Of Rochester Strong Memorial Hospital

    Fellowship Hospital, 2008
  • Saint Barnabas Medical Center-chief Medical Resident

    2005
  • Saint Barnabas Medical Center

    Residency Hospital, 2004
  • Saint Barnabas Medical Center

    Internship Hospital, 2002
  • Grant Medical College, Maharashtra University Of Health Sciences

    Medical School, 1999
  • University Of Bombay / Grant Medical College

    Medical School, 1999
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Internal Medicine®
Hematology
Medical Oncology
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  • English

  • Hindi

  • Molecular genetic changes associated with colorectal carcinogenesis are not prognostic for tumor regression following preoperative chemoradiation of rectal carcinoma, 2009

  • Treatment and Prevention of venous thromoembolism in cancer patients, 2008

  • ADVANCED CARE ONCOLOGY AND HEMATOLOGY ASSOCIATES LLC

  • Dueling Histologies: Syncrhronous cancers with a common lineage, 6/2010

  • Patient's Choice Award, 2011

Locations

Advanced Care Oncology and Hematology As

Advanced Care Oncology and Hematology Associates333 Mount Hope Ave Rockaway, NJ 07866
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    • Mon: 8:00am - 5:00pm
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    • Wed: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Thu: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Fri: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Sat: closed
    • Sun: closed
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Advanced Care Oncology & Hematology Associates

Advanced Care Oncology & Hematology Assoc LLC385 Morris Ave Springfield, NJ 07081
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    • Mon: open 24 hours
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Advanced Care Oncology and Hematology As

Chilton Collins Pavilion97 W Parkway Pompton Plains, NJ 07444
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    • Mon: 8:00am - 5:00pm
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    • Fri: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Sat: closed
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Advanced Care Oncology and Hematology Associates657 Willow Grove St Hackettstown, NJ 07840
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Advanced Care Oncology and Hematology Associates741 Northfield Ave West Orange, NJ 07052
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    • Mon: open 24 hours
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Advanced Care Oncology and Hematology Assoc.

Carol G Simon Cancer Center100 Madison Ave Morristown, NJ 07960
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    • Mon: open 24 hours
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Morristown Medical Center

    100 Madison Ave
    Morristown, NJ 07960
    Recipient of 55
    hospital awards

    America's 100 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    Top 2% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality year over year

    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    Top 2% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality year over year

    View all awards

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

    87%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    3% higher than the national average

    80%
    Patients would recommend the hospital to friends and family

    15% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
  • Chilton Medical Center

    97 W Parkway
    Pompton Plains, NJ 07444
    Recipient of 16
    hospital awards

    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 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™ (2025, 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.

    85%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    1% higher than the national average

    76%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    1% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
  • Overlook Medical Center

    99 Beauvoir Ave
    Summit, NJ 07901
    Recipient of 67
    hospital awards

    America's 100 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

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

    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 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.

    85%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    1% higher than the national average

    75%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    1% lower than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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