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Neelima Rao, MD

Neelima Rao, MD

(4.8) , 51 Reviews

Office Locations

UH at Lake West Medical Building (12 mi.)

36100 Euclid Ave
Ste 240
Willoughby, OH 44094

440-953-6294

Biography: Neelima Rao, MD

Expertise

  • Diabetes
  • Hypertension
  • Obesity
  • Preventive Care

Certifications & Memberships

  • Internal Medicine - American Board of Internal Medicine

Education

Residency | Internal Medicine
Internal Medicine - St Vincent Charity Hospital (2014 - 2017)

Medical Education
Kakatiya Medical College (2004)

About

Neelima Rao, MD, is a board-certified internal medicine physician at University Hospitals. Her clinical interests include the prevention, diagnosis and treatment of a wide spectrum of health conditions, including diabetes, hypertension and hyperlipidemia. Dr. Rao has been with University Hospitals since 2017 and practices at the Willoughby internal medicine office.

Dr. Rao obtained her degree at Kakaiya Medical College in Warangal, India with a MBBS (Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery). She is a member of the American Board of Internal Medicine and the American Board of Obesity Medicine. Dr. Rao speaks English, Telugu and Hindi.

Dr. Rao is committed to providing exceptional healthcare services to her patients with focus on compassion, professionalism and involving patients in the decision making regarding their care. Her goal is to help all her patient achieve optimal health and well-being.

In her free time, Dr. Rao enjoys spending time with her family.

Patient Experience Reviews

4.8 out of 5
- based on 330 Ratings
(5)
4/1/2026

Good experience

(5)
4/1/2026

Perfect health care provided

(5)
4/1/2026

Met Dr Rao for first time. This was follow up for hospital stay. Feel very confident with her as my physician.!

(5)
4/1/2026

She is very caring.

(5)
3/1/2026

I had a good visit

(5)
3/1/2026

Good experience!

(5)
3/1/2026

Dr. Rao has been my best primary care Dr.,she has gotten my A1c down from 8.-to 5.1 , I've also been able to lose weight !

(5)
2/1/2026

Dr Rao is very informative and good listener

(5)
2/1/2026

Dr. Rao is very thorough, knowledgeable, professional and courteous.

(5)
2/1/2026

My provider is very helpful and informative , and explains s that I understand.

(5)
2/1/2026

Dr. RAO is always professional. She discusses my symptoms and the cure. She never rushes off and takes the time to listen to me.

(5)
2/1/2026

Dr. Rao is efficient,professional&helpful!

(5)
2/1/2026

They really make me feel like they always have my best interest in mind . Thank you all for taking care of me .

(5)
1/2/2026

*** in Dr. Rao's office is a great asset! Dr. Rao and ***do a fantastic job with follow up, which is very important to me. Much appreciated!

(5)
1/2/2026

Outstanding care

(5)
1/2/2026

Everyone was professional and caring. I love UH. ***

(5)
1/2/2026

Dr. Rao is by far the best I have seen. ***

(5)
1/2/2026

Excellent experience

(5)
12/1/2025

Love Dr Rao, she is attentive and listens to all concerns. Front desk is amazingly personable . Dr Rao quickly addressed my issues and ordered tests including me in the decision making as to where to go.

(5)
12/1/2025

Everything was great, ***

(5)
12/1/2025

I was satisfied with my care

(5)
11/1/2025

Great

(5)
11/1/2025

Good

(5)
11/1/2025

Great Provider

(5)
11/1/2025

I like my doctor, I believe she has my health as number one priority.

(5)
11/1/2025

Very good!

(5)
11/1/2025

Dr. Rao & her staff are excellent!

(5)
11/1/2025

Very good

(5)
10/1/2025

A few words come to mind great, fantastic and wonderful.

(5)
10/1/2025

I was so lucky to get Dr. Rao for my primary care Dr. ! She has helped me more than any Dr. I had before her , my A1c is down to 7 and I'm losing weight, I have been fighting my A1c for ever but now I'm good and I feel much better ! Thank you Dr. Rao !!!

(5)
10/1/2025

Respectful, concerning and thorough.

(5)
10/1/2025

Very competent!

(5)
9/2/2025

Dr. Rao is fantastic Dr.!!! *** Thanks to Dr. Rao my health is getting better every visit! Her staff and nurses are great also!

(5)
9/2/2025

*** She is very thoughtful, thorough, knowledgeable, and kind.

(5)
9/2/2025

I absolutely love my doctor and her staff. She saved my life.

(5)
9/2/2025

Very satisfied with the care that I received

(5)
8/1/2025

Dr. Rao is easy to talk to and listens.

(5)
8/1/2025

Good

(5)
8/1/2025

All good

(5)
8/1/2025

I always have a good experience with Dr. Rao.

(5)
8/1/2025

Extremely pleased with the care I receive from Dr. Rao.

(5)
8/1/2025

Love her.

(5)
8/1/2025

Always there when I need help or questions

(5)
8/1/2025

Good experience!!

(5)
8/1/2025

Very caring & friendly doctor.

(5)
8/1/2025

Always excellent care by Dr. Rao and the staff

(5)
7/1/2025

Completely satisfied with all care by Dr. Rao and staff

(5)
7/1/2025

My doctor is extremely supportive and helpful

(5)
7/1/2025

Attentive and proficient Doctor and support staff.

(5)
7/1/2025

Dr. Rao is excellent!!!

(5)
6/1/2025

All was good.