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  3. Durham, NC
  4. Dr. Jyothi Rao, MD

Dr. Jyothi Rao, MD

Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism•Female•Age 49

Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism

Dr. Jyothi Rao, MD is an Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism Specialist in Durham, NC and has over 26 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Rao has extensive experience in Osteoporosis & Screening, Thyroid Disorders, and Diabetes & Glucose Monitoring. She graduated from Kasturba Med Coll-Mysore U in 1997. She is affiliated with medical facilities such as Duke Health Raleigh Hospital and Duke Regional Hospital. Her office accepts new patients.

Dr. Jyothi Rao, MD

Duke University Medical Center

10207 Cerny St # 312 Durham, NC 27705
Accepting new patients
Osteoporosis & Screening, Thyroid Disorders, and More

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Frequently Treated by Dr. Rao

Based on treatment records, we have identified the following as areas of care that Dr. Rao treats more often than their peers. If you are unsure whether Dr. Rao treats other conditions, please contact the office at (919) 668-4111.

Osteoporosis & Screening

Osteoporosis specialists diagnose and treat conditions characterized by low bone density and bone weakness, such as osteoporosis and osteopenia.Compare with other Osteoporosis & Screening specialists.

Dr. Rao is experienced in the area of Osteoporosis & Screening. See the graph below to learn more about her experience.

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Osteoporosis
Osteopenia
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Frequency
High
Frequency
Very High
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Thyroid Disorders

Thyroid disorders specialists diagnose and treat conditions affecting the thyroid gland, including hyperparathyroidism, thyroid disease, and thyroid nodules.Compare with other Thyroid Disorders specialists.

Dr. Rao is experienced in the area of Thyroid Disorders. See the graph below to learn more about her experience.

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Thyroid Goiter
Hypothyroidism
Parathyroid (Gland) Disease
Thyrotoxicosis Factitia
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Frequency
High
Frequency
Very High
Frequency
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Diabetes & Glucose Monitoring

Diabetes specialists manage and treat a range of diabetes-related conditions including type 1 and type 2 diabetes and diabetic ketoacidosis through procedures such as continuous glucose monitoring and insulin therapy.Compare with other Diabetes & Glucose Monitoring specialists.

Dr. Rao is experienced in the area of Diabetes & Glucose Monitoring. See the graph below to learn more about her experience.

Based on claims data for 9 conditions and procedures

Treatments
Dr. Rao
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Diabetes Type 1
Diabetes With Renal Manifestations
Diabetes Type 2
Diabetic Ketoacidosis
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Frequency
High
Frequency
Very High
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Dr. Rao's conditions and procedures:

  • Abnormal Thyroid
  • Acromegaly and Gigantism
  • ACTH (Cosyntropin) Stimulation Test
  • Adrenal Gland Diseases
  • Adrenal Incidentaloma
  • Adrenal Insufficiency
  • Autoimmune Thyroid Diseases
  • Calcium Metabolism Disorders
  • Cholesterol Screening
  • Continuous Glucose Monitoring
  • Dexamethasone Suppression Test
  • Diabetes Counseling
  • Diabetes Mellitus, Secondary
  • Diabetes Screening
  • Diabetes Type 1
  • Diabetes Type 2
  • Diabetes With Renal Manifestations
  • Diabetic Evaluation
  • Diabetic Ketoacidosis
  • Dynamic Endocrine Function Test
  • Dyslipidemia
  • Female Infertility
  • Goiter
  • Graves' Disease
  • Growth Hormone Deficiency
  • Hashimoto's Disease
  • Hypercalcemia
  • Hyperkalemia
  • Hyperlipidemia
  • Hyperparathyroidism
  • Hyperthyroidism
  • Hypoglycemia
  • Hypogonadism
  • Hypokalemia
  • Hypoparathyroidism
  • Hypopituitarism
  • Hyposmolality and Hyponatremia
  • Hypothyroidism
  • Iodine Deficiency
  • Lipid Disorders
  • Malaise and Fatigue
  • Obesity
  • Oral Glucose Tolerance Test
  • Osteopenia
  • Osteoporosis
  • Overweight
  • Parathyroid (Gland) Disease
  • Phosphorus Metabolism Disorders
  • Proteinuria
  • Subacute Thyroiditis
  • Testicular Dysfunction
  • Thyroid Cancer
  • Thyroid Cyst
  • Thyroid Goiter
  • Thyroid Nodule
  • Thyroid Nodule Evaluation
  • Thyroid Scan
  • Thyroid Screening
  • Thyroiditis
  • Thyrotoxicosis Factitia
  • Ultrasound, Thyroid
  • VAP Lipid Testing
  • Vitamin D Deficiency
  • Water Deprivation Test

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Dr. Rao's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Rao

2.8

Based on 10 ratings

5 Star
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2 Star
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1 Star
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Dr Rao is excellent. Takes as much time as required, is very detailed, listens well and is very available if needed. She does not recommend things that are not required. I have seen many Endocrinologists and Dr Rao is the best!
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Office environment
  • Staff friendliness
  • Wait times
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
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William DeLong – Jan 13, 2022
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I have been a patient of Dr. Jyothi Rao for about 3 years. I have been very satisfied since day 1. She seems genuinely concerned about my diabetic health. She has helped me get mine under control and shares my excitement in my continued improvement.
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Office environment
  • Staff friendliness
  • Wait times
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Kevin P. in Raleigh, NC – Feb 21, 2018
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The only reason I'd recommend dr Rao is because she recommended me to the best thyroid surgeon at Duke. For the rest she didn't seem to care much. Even after my thyroid blood levels dropped dramatically and suddenly after 1,5 yr stability, she referred me to my pcp. She is supposed to be the specialist. Switched to Raleigh Endocrine Associates.
What went well
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
1 person found this helpful
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Raleigh, NC – Feb 22, 2017
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Saw Dr. Rao for symptoms related to Hashimoto?s Thyroiditis. Told her I?m a typical subclinical Hashi?s patient. Meaning my TSH is normal, but I suffer from hypothyroid symptoms (low body temp, fatigue, dry eyes, hair loss, depression, etc.). She ended up only testing 2 thyroid values (TSH and Free T4). No T3, no reverse T3, no antibodies. My values were normal and she preemptively told me that she would not treat me if the values were within range. This practice is antiquated and unhelpful.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
1 person found this helpful
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Morrisville, NC – Jun 09, 2016
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Front office doesn't flow smoothly. typically uses a separate person to make an apt and another to charge the Copay. Not efficient process. Dr. Rao largely won't communicate to you regarding what she would like to see. Very disappointing from a care-provider. A good Doctor listens to the individuals, calculates the needs and progresses with a plan until you meet agin. She is too soft-spoken to be effective in this manner.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Wait times
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
6 people found this helpful
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B.Travis in Durham, NC – Mar 03, 2016
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Biography

Dr. Jyothi Rao, MD is an Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism Specialist in Durham, NC and has over 26 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Rao...Read more

Specialties

  • Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism

Education

U Mn Fairview U Med Ctr
Fellowship Hospital
2001
Michael Reese Hosp U Il
Internship Hospital
1997
Kasturba Med Coll-Mysore U
Medical School

Languages

  • English
  • Spanish

Frequently Asked Questions

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Does Dr. Jyothi Rao, MD accept any insurance plans?

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Does Dr. Jyothi Rao, MD accept new patients?

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What are Dr. Jyothi Rao, MD's top areas of expertise?

Dr. Rao specializes in Osteoporosis & Screening, Thyroid Disorders, and Diabetes & Glucose Monitoring. See more on Healthgrades.

What conditions does Dr. Jyothi Rao, MD treat?

Dr. Rao frequently treats the following conditions: Thyroid Goiter, Calcium Metabolism Disorders, and Diabetes Type 1. See more on Healthgrades.

What is Dr. Jyothi Rao, MD's office address?

Dr. Rao's office is located at 10207 Cerny St # 312, Durham, NC 27705. You can find other locations and directions on Healthgrades.

What languages is Dr. Jyothi Rao, MD fluent in?

Dr. Rao is able to speak Spanish and English. View profile to see all.

Is Dr. Jyothi Rao, MD affiliated with any hospitals?

Dr. Jyothi Rao, MD is affiliated with Duke Health Raleigh Hospital and Duke Regional Hospital.

How much experience does Dr. Jyothi Rao, MD have?

Dr. Rao has over 25 years of healthcare experience.

Does Dr. Jyothi Rao, MD receive good ratings from patients?

There is a star rating of 2.8/5 for Dr. Jyothi Rao, MD. Patients say that the appointment wasn't rushed and they trusted the provider's decisions. See all patient feedback on Healthgrades.

Locations

Duke University Medical Center

Duke University Medical Center10207 Cerny St # 312 Durham, NC 27705
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Affiliated Hospitals

Dr. Rao is affiliated with the following hospitals. Select a hospital below to learn more.

Learn more about how Healthgrades measuresHospital Quality.

Duke Health Raleigh Hospital

Raleigh, NC

76% Patients that would definitely recommend, 6% higher than the national average

2 Awards Received

Award Highlight: Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2022)

Duke Regional Hospital

Durham, NC

78% Patients that would definitely recommend, 8% higher than the national average

6 Awards Received

Award Highlight: Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2023)

Duke University Hospital

Durham, NC

82% Patients that would definitely recommend, 12% higher than the national average

11 Awards Received

Award Highlight: Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2023)