About Robert Rao, MD
Robert Rao, MD, a general and breast surgeon at Endeavor Health, brings more than 30 years of experience in treating abdominal and breast conditions. His current practice focuses on breast cancer surgery while also providing care for gallbladder issues, hernias, thyroid conditions and skin cancers. Dr. Rao is committed to treating every patient with compassion and skill, using genetics and personalized treatment approaches to improve outcomes.
My endeavor
My endeavor in medicine is to treat each patient with technical excellence while honoring their emotions and guiding them through difficult times.
Care philosophy
I treat every patient as if they were my family. That includes how I talk to them and how I care for them, with the same respect and compassion I would want for my own loved ones.
Overview
- Languages English
- Gender Male
- Personal interests Traveling, Spending time with family, Tennis
Clinical focus
- Breast cancer
- Hernias
- Thyroid cancer
- Surgery
Procedures performed
- Lumpectomy
- Mastectomy
- Laparoscopic and robotic gall bladder and hernias
- Thyroidectomy
Conditions treated
- Breast disease
- Gallbladder disease
- Hernias
- Thyroid disease
- Melanoma and skin cancer
Board specialties
- Surgery
Endeavor Health Medical Group
880 W. Central Rd., Suite 5000
Arlington Heights, IL 60005-2355
Arlington Heights, IL 60005-2355
Medical School
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1990University of Missouri School of Medicine (Kansas City)
Residencies
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1995General SurgeryLoyola University Medical Center (Illinois)
Board certifications
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1996SurgeryAmerican Board of Surgery
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