Anantha K Rao MD
Cardiologist | Interventional Cardiology
831 University Blvd E #32 Suite 26 Silver Spring MD, 20903About
Dr. Anantha Rao is a cardiologist practicing in Silver Spring, MD. Dr. Rao specializes in diagnosing, monitoring, and treating diseases or conditions of the heart and blood vessels and the cardiovascular system. These conditions include heart attacks, heart murmurs, coronary heart disease, and hypertension. Dr. Rao also practices preventative medicine, helping patients maintain a heart-healthy life.
Education and Training
Bangalore Med Coll, Bangalore Univ, Bangalore, Karnataka, India 1974
Bangalore Med Coll, Bangalore Univ, Bangalore, Karnataka, India 1975
Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences, Bangalore Medcl Colg 1975
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM
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Fellowships
- Cleveland Clinic Hospital 1981
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