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Dr. Vijaykumar Rao, MD

Dr. Vijaykumar Rao, MD

Nephrology & Hypertension*
50+ years of experience

Dr. Vijaykumar Rao, MD is a nephrology & hypertension specialist in South Holland, IL and has over 50 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Armed Forces Med Coll, Poona University in 1972. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Advocate Trinity Hospital and Franciscan Health Dyer. He is not accepting new patients.

4.8 Star Rating
Based on 4 reviews 4.8 Star Rating (4 reviews)

Practice

17225 Paxton Ave South Holland, IL 60473
Telehealth available

Make an Appointment

(219) 836-9317

At a Glance

  • Areas of Expertise
    Dr. Rao specializes in the areas of Internal Medicine & Nephrology. • 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.
  • Quiet Hospital
    Patients said the hospital this doctor practices at is quiet. • See hospitals
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Dr. Rao's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Rao

4.8

4 ratings, 3 with a written review
5 Star
75%
75%
4 Star
25%
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3 Star
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2 Star
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1 Star
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What went well
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Apr 20, 2022
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What went well
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
No results
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Jan 11, 2022
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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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About Me

biography

Dr. Vijaykumar Rao, MD is a nephrology & hypertension specialist in South Holland, IL and has over 50 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Armed Forces Med Coll, Poona University in 1972. He is affiliated with medical facilities...read more

  • Nephrology & Hypertension

  • Nephrology

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

  • University Of Chicago

    Fellowship Hospital, 1980

  • St. Joseph S Hospital & Medical Center

    Residency Hospital, 1978

  • St Josephs Hospital Medical Center

    Internship Hospital, 1977

  • St Josephs Hospital And Medical Center

    Internship Hospital, 1977

  • Armed Forces Med Coll, Poona University

    Medical School, 1972

  • Armed Forces Medical College, Maharashtra University Of Health Sciences

    Medical School, 1972
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Internal Medicine®
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Internal Medicine
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Nephrology
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Locations

Practice

Fresenius Medical Care South Holland17225 Paxton Ave South Holland, IL 60473
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Fresenius Medical Care Hazel Crest17524 E Carriageway Dr Hazel Crest, IL 60429
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Office177 W Joe Orr Rd Chicago Heights, IL 60411
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Practice

Associates In Nephrology SC210 S Desplaines St Chicago, IL 60661
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  • Call
  • Fax
  • Hours
    • Mon: 7:00am - 5:00pm
    • Tue: 7:00am - 5:00pm
    • Wed: 7:00am - 5:00pm
    • Thu: 7:00am - 5:00pm
    • Fri: 7:00am - 5:00pm
    • Sat: closed
    • Sun: closed
  • Directions

Affiliated Hospitals

  • Franciscan Health Dyer

    24 Joliet St
    Dyer, IN 46311

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

    80%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    4% lower than the national average

    71%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    5% lower than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Advocate Trinity Hospital

    2320 E 93rd St
    Chicago, IL 60617
    Recipient of 1
    hospital award

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (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.

    80%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    4% lower than the national average

    74%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    2% lower than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Franciscan Health Olympia Fields

    20201 Crawford Ave
    Olympia Fields, IL 60461
    Recipient of 1
    hospital award

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

    80%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    4% lower than the national average

    71%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    5% lower than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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