Rao Kothapalli, MD
Cardiologist | Interventional Cardiology
2501 Jimmy Johnson Boulevard Suite 500 Port Arthur TX, 77640About
Dr. Rao Kothapalli is a cardiologist practicing in Port Arthur, TX. Dr. Kothapalli 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. Kothapalli also practices preventative medicine, helping patients maintain a heart-healthy life.
Education and Training
Andhra Med Coll- Univ Hlth Sci- Visakhapatnam- Ap- India 1983
Andhra Medical College 1983
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM
Provider Details
Treatments
- Angina
- Heart Disease
- Stroke
- Coronary Artery Disease (cad)
- Pain
- Peripheral Artery Disease (pad)
- Vascular Disease
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