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Dr. Anita Rao, MD

Colorectal Surgery
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16 years of experience

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Overview of Dr. Anita Rao, MD

Dr. Anita Rao, MD is a Colorectal Surgery Specialist in Dallas, TX. They specialize in Colorectal Surgery, has 16 years of experience, and is board certified in Colon & Rectal Surgery. They graduated from Northeast Ohio Medical University.

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    About Dr. Anita Rao, MD

    Specialties
    • Colorectal Surgery
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    Years of Experience
    • 16 years of experience
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    • English
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    • Northeast Ohio Medical University
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    • Colon & Rectal Surgery and General Surgery
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