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Dr. Prakash Rau, MD

Gastroenterology
4.6 (10)
Map Pin Small Braintree, MA
Accepting new patients
52 years of experience

Offers telehealth

Overview of Dr. Prakash Rau, MD

Dr. Prakash Rau, MD is a Gastroenterology Specialist in Braintree, MA. They specialize in Gastroenterology, has 52 years of experience, and is board certified in Gastroenterology. They graduated from DR. M.G.R. MEDICAL UNIVERSITY / STANLEY MEDICAL COLLEGE and is affiliated with Brigham And Women's Hospital and South Shore Hospital.

Dr. Rau works at Highland Chemist Inc in Braintree, MA. They frequently treat conditions like Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Intestinal Diverticulitis and Esophagitis along with other conditions at varying frequencies. They are accepting new patients and accepts Aetna, Cigna and Humana as well as other major insurance plans. Please call ahead to schedule an appointment and to confirm all accepted insurance plans.

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    Highland Chemist Inc
    1681 Washington St, Braintree, MA 02184 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (781) 848-6040

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  • Brigham And Women's Hospital
  • South Shore Hospital

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    About Dr. Prakash Rau, MD

    Specialties
    • Gastroenterology
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    • 52 years of experience
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    • English, French
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    • 1447212238
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    Education & Certifications

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    • DR. M.G.R. MEDICAL UNIVERSITY / STANLEY MEDICAL COLLEGE
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    • Gastroenterology and Internal Medicine
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    Dr. Prakash Rau, MD is accepting new patients on Healthline FindCare. You can check to see if Dr. Rau is offering online scheduling or call the provider’s office for more information.

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    Dr. Rau has seen patients for Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Intestinal Diverticulitis and Esophagitis, and more. You can see other conditions treated by Dr. Rau on their profile. Please call the provider’s office to confirm all visit reasons.

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