Dr. Chintalapudi K Rao M.D.
Geriatrician | Geriatric Medicine
1135 S Sunset Ave Suite 408 West Covina CA, 91790About
Dr. Chintalapudi Rao practices Geriatric Medicine in West Covina, CA. Geriatricians prevent, manage, and develop care plans that address the special health problems of the elderly. Dr. Rao works as part of a team with other healthcare providers, to address the natural aging that goes on within the body and to manage multiple medical problems and ensure social support.
Education and Training
Osmania Medical College, Ntr University of Health Sciences,Hyderabad, India MD
Andhra Medical College 1966
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