Girish S. Rao, MD is a Pinnacle Professional in the field of Internal Medicine in recognition of his role as an Internal Medicine Physician at Southern Maryland Medical Group.
Having attained over six years of experience in the field of Internal Medicine under his belt, Girish S. Rao has become a trusted name in the medical profession. Dr. Rao currently specializes in caring for the adult population, and has a special interest in the management of Diabetes, Hypertension (high blood pressure). He has emphasized the model of ‘Preventative Medicine’ by utilizing age and gender appropriate screening tools to detect and treat early signs of disease.
When asked his advice to newcomers in the industry, Dr. Rao states that, “Hard work and dedication towards your practice and a drive for providing the highest level of care with a strong passion,” is crucial. Attributing his success to hard work, Dr. Rao ensures that he is always trying to further develop his field of expertise. He believes his greatest challenge is “striving to provide the highest level of healthcare in an ever-changing medical landscape.”
Early in his educational pursuits, Dr. Rao obtained his undergraduate degree in Public Health Studies from Johns Hopkins University and pursued a Master of Health Sciences degree in Biochemistry and Molecular Biology from the Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health. Thereafter, Dr. Rao would then go on to receive his Medical Degree from St. George’s University School of Medicine.
Dr. Rao completed both his internship and residency in Internal Medicine at Cooper University Hospital in Camden, New Jersey, where he served both as a Chief Resident and member of the hospital’s Graduate Medical Education committee.
When he is not working, Dr. Rao enjoys playing tennis, listening to music, and spending quality time with his friends and family.
Dr. Rao dedicates this recognition to his father, Dr. Aroor Rao and his mother, Chhaya Rao for their love and support. Dr. Rao also thanks his brother, Dr. Prashanth Rao for his continued support, his practice manager, Chris Rayi for his support and guidance, and to his mentor, Dr. Brian Gable, for his continuous mentorship and guidance.
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