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Dr. Surendra Rao, MD

Dr. Surendra Rao, MD

Neurology*
25+ years of experience

Dr. Surendra Rao, MD is a neurologist in Lihue, HI and has over 25 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Texas A&M University Health Science Center / Baylor College of Dentistry in 1999. He is affiliated with medical facilities Wilcox Memorial Hospital and Kauai Veterans Memorial Hospital. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

3.3 Star Rating
Based on 21 reviews 3.3 Star Rating (21 reviews)

Practice

3-3420 Kuhio Hwy Ste B Lihue, HI 96766
Telehealth available
(808) 245-1504

Hospital Highlight

Dr. Rao is affiliated with Wilcox Memorial Hospital Lihue, a highly rated hospital.

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Rao specializes in the area of Neurology. • See board certifications
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Good Communication
    Patients said there was good doctor communication at the hospital. • See hospitals
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Dr. Rao's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Rao

3.3

21 ratings, 9 with a written review
5 Star
52%
52%
4 Star
5%
5%
3 Star
0%
0%
2 Star
5%
5%
1 Star
38%
38%

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RecentHighestLowestMost Helpful
Telehealth
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Jul 31, 2024
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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
Helpful
Joseph – Feb 06, 2024
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't explain conditions well
3 people found this helpful
Helpful
Feb 03, 2024
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
9 people found this helpful
Helpful
Youknow – Nov 07, 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
5 people found this helpful
Helpful
Claudia Krich in Davis, CA – Jul 12, 2018
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What went well
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
8 people found this helpful
Helpful
Kapaa, Kauai – Oct 04, 2017
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What went well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Wait times
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
7 people found this helpful
Helpful
Kilauea, HI – Jun 06, 2017
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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
Helpful
Mika Ashley-Hollinger in Kilaueai, HI – May 13, 2017
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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
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
Gail Wilkes in Kilauea, HI – Apr 01, 2017
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biography

Dr. Surendra Rao, MD is a neurologist in Lihue, HI and has over 25 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Texas A&M University Health Science Center / Baylor College of Dentistry in 1999. He is affiliated with medical facilities...read more

  • Neurology

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  • Texas A&m University Health Science Center / Baylor College Of Dentistry

    Medical School, 1999
National Board of Physicians and Surgeons®
National Board of Physicians and Surgeons®
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Neurology
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Locations

Practice

Kauai Medical Clinic3-3420 Kuhio Hwy Ste B Lihue, HI 96766
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Wilcox Memorial Hospital

    3-3420 Kuhio Hwy
    Lihue, HI 96766
    Recipient of 2
    hospital awards

    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

    View all awards

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

    83%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    4% lower than the national average

    82%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    4% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Kauai Veterans Memorial Hospital

    4643 Canyon Dr
    Waimea, HI 96796

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

    81%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    7% lower than the national average

    79%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    3% lower than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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