Rekha Rao
Neurologist | Electrodiagnostic Medicine
14 Woodward Drive Suite A Old Bridge New Jersey, 08857About
Rekha Rao, MD, works at Jersey Neurocare Associates in Old Bridge, New Jersey. A fellowship trained neurologist in neuromuscular disorders and electrodiagnostic medicine, Dr. Rao specializes in conducts EMG's, EEG's, and VENG's. Also known as electroencephalography and electromyography, these procedures specialize in measuring electrical activity in skeletal muscles and activity along the scalp. Vitals.com awarded Dr. Rao with a compassionate doctor recognition and a patient's choice award for 2011. Board certified since 1998, Dr. Rao has extensive experience treating neurological patients.
Education and Training
Madras Medical College
Board Certification
American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology - Neurology
Provider Details
Areas of expertise and specialization
Awards
- Compassionate Doctor Recognition, 2011
- Patients' Choice Award, 2011
Fellowships
- Albert Einstein College of Medicine (Neurology); Montefiore Hospital (Neuromuscular Disorders)
Professional Society Memberships
- American Medical Association, American Neurological Association, American Academy of Neurology
What do you attribute your success to?
Passion, Hard Work, Great Support, Education, Patient Care
Hobbies / Sports
- Painting, Traveling
Favorite professional publications
- Neurology Today
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