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Dr. Sushila Rao, MD

Pediatrics* Age 62
Dr. Sushila Rao, MD
4.3 (19 Ratings)

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Dr. Sushila Rao, MD is a Pediatrics Specialist in Big Rapids, MI.
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Dr. Sushila Rao, MD

Pediatrics* Age 62
Big Rapids, MI
Accepting new patients
36 years of experience

Offers telehealth

Dr. Sushila Rao, MD is a Pediatrics Specialist in Big Rapids, MI.

About

Dr. Sushila Rao, MD is a Pediatrics Specialist in Big Rapids, MI and has 36 years experience. They graduated from University of Mumbai in 1988 and completed a residency at University Bombay Nair Hospital.They currently practice at Practice and are affiliated with Spectrum Health Big Rapids Hospital, Spectrum Health Gerber Memorial, Spectrum Health Kelsey Hospital, Spectrum Health Ludington Hospital, Spectrum Health Reed City Hospital and University of Michigan Health - West. Dr. Rao has experience treating conditions like Fever among other conditions at varying frequencies. At present, Dr. Rao received an average rating of 4.3/5 from patients and has been reviewed 19 times. Their office accepts new patients and telehealth appointments. Dr. Rao is board certified in Pediatrics and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Fever
Immunization Administration
Wellness Examination
Fever
Immunization Administration
Wellness Examination
Fever
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Immunization Administration
Wellness Examination
Acute Lower Respiratory Infection
Acute Upper Respiratory Infection
Diaper Rash
Pharyngitis
Conduct Disorder
Constipation
Acute Bronchitis
All Headaches (incl. Migraine)
Foot Infection
Joint Pain
Limb Pain
Nausea
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Newborn Jaundice
Shortness of Breath
Speech, Language and Learning Disorders
Strep Throat
Urinary Incontinence
Arterial Blood Gas Test (ABG)
Electrocardiogram (EKG)
Abdominal Pain
Achilles Tendinitis
Acne
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Acute Laryngitis
Acute Pharyngitis
Acute Sinusitis
Acute Tonsillitis
ADHD and-or ADD
Administrative Physical
All Types of Food Poisoning
Allergic Conjunctivitis
Allergic Rhinitis
Allergic Rhinitis Due to Food
Allergies
Anal or Rectal Pain
Anaphylaxis
Anemia
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Animal Allergies
Ankle Sprains and Strains
Anxiety
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Arthritis
Asthma
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Asthma in Children
Athlete's Foot
Atopic Dermatitis (Eczema)
Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD)
Back Pain
Bacterial Sepsis
Balanoposthitis
Bedwetting
Black Hairy Tongue
Blepharitis
Blood in Urine (Hematuria)
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Bronchiolitis
Bronchitis
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Burn Injuries
Candidiasis of Skin and Nails
Canker Sore
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Cellulitis
Chlamydia Infections
Chronic Fatigue Syndrome
Chronic Neck Pain
Chronic Sinusitis
Coccygeal Pain
Cold Sore
Common Cold
Contact Dermatitis
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Diabetes Type 1
Diabetes With Renal Manifestations
Diarrhea
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Difficulty With Walking
Dizziness
Down Syndrome
Dry Skin
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Dyshydrotic Eczema
Dyslipidemia
Dysphagia
Ear Ache
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Earwax Buildup
Eczema and Contact Dermatitis
Eczema and Contact Dermatitis Due to Metals
Elbow Sprain
Emphysema
Encounters for Normal Pregnancies
Enteritis
Esophagitis
Essential Tremor
Excessive Sweating
Familial Hypercholesterolemia
Fever-Induced Seizure
Folliculitis
Food Poisoning
Foot Sprain
Fungal Nail Infection
Gait Abnormality
Ganglion Cyst
Gas-Bloat Syndrome
Gastritis
Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)
Gastroschisis
Genu Valgum
Genu Varum
Gonorrhea Infections
Hair Loss
Hammer Toe
Headache
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Heart Palpitations
Heartburn
Hemorrhoids
Hernia
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Herpes Simplex Infection
Herpes Zoster Without Complication
Hip Sprain
Hives
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Hydrocele
Hyperlipidemia
Hypertension
Hypoglycemia
Hypokalemia
Hypotension
Hypotension (Excluding Maternal)
Hypothyroidism
Impetigo
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Infections
Influenza (Flu)
Ingrown Nail
Insomnia
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Intertrigo
Itchy Skin
Jock Itch
Knee Sprain
Lactose Intolerance
Laryngitis
Lice
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Lichen Simplex Chronicus
Limb Swelling
Lipid Disorders
Loss of Taste
Low Back Pain
Low Blood Oxygen Level
Lyme Disease
Magnesium Metabolism Disorders
Malaise and Fatigue
Menstrual Disorders
Migraine
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Mineral Metabolism Disorders
Moles (Benign Skin Lesions)
Mood Disorders (Dysthymia and Cyclothymia)
Motion Sickness
Muscle Cramping
Muscle Spasm
Muscle Weakness
Nail and Nail Bed Infection
Nail Infection
Nasopharyngitis
Neck Strain (incl. Whiplash Injury)
Noninfectious Gastroenteritis and Colitis
Nosebleed
Obesity
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Osgood Schlatter Disease
Otitis Media
Outer Ear Infection
Overweight
Painful Urination (Dysuria)
Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome (PFPS)
Pediatric Diseases
Pediatric Obesity
Pediatric Overweight
Pinkeye (Conjunctivitis)
Pinworm
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Plantar Fasciitis
Plantar Wart
Pneumonia
Poison Ivy, Poison Oak, or Poison Sumac Poisoning
Pollen Allergy
Polyuria
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Postnasal Drip
Proteinuria
Pubic Lice (Crabs)
Radiculopathy
Rash
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Respiratory Syncytial Virus
Restless Leg Syndrome
Ringworm
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Rosacea
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Roundworm
Salivary Gland Stones and Inflammation
Scabies
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Scarlet Fever
Sciatica (Not Due to Disc Displacement)
Seborrheic Dermatitis
Second-Degree Burns
Separation Anxiety
Shingles
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Sickle Cell Disease
Sinus Bradycardia
Sinus Tachycardia
Sinusitis
Sleep Apnea
Sleep-Related Leg Cramp
Sleep-Walking
Sprains and Strains (incl. Muscle Tear)
Stye
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Sunburn
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Swimmer's Ear
Swine Flu
Tension Headache
Throat Pain
Thrush
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Tinea Versicolor
Tinnitus
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Tobacco Use Disorder
Tonsillitis
Torticollis
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Urinary Tract Infection (UTI)
Vaginitis or Vaginosis
Vertigo
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Viral Enteritis
Viral Infection
Vitamin D Deficiency
Warts
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Wheezing
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Whooping Cough
Wrist Sprain or Strain
Abscess Incision and Drainage
Abscess or Cyst Drainage or Aspiration
Abscess or Fluid Incision and Drainage
Allergy Shots
Immunization
Incision and Removal of Foreign Object
Infant Care
Nebulizer Treatment
Neonatal Care
Physical Examination
Sports Physical Examination
Vaccination
Wart Removal
Well Baby Care
Well Child Examination

Insurance Accepted

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  • Choice Plus POS II
  • National (BlueCard) PPO
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois PPO
  • Blue Card PPO
  • Blue Care Network PCP Focus Network
    Group Employees PPO
  • HealthyBlue 2.0
  • Cigna PPO
    Open Access Plus
  • Cofinity PPO
  • Tricare
  • Choice Care PPO
  • Medicaid
  • Molina
  • Priority PPO
  • Choice Plus POS
    Navigate HMO

Locations

  1. 1 Big Rapids Orthopaedics PC
    650 Linden St Ste 4, Big Rapids, MI 49307
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Patient Satisfaction

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Rao
4.3
Based on 19 Reviews
5 Stars (14)
4 Stars (1)
3 Stars (0)
2 Stars (3)
1 Star (1)

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Feb 02, 2017
Awesome pediatric doctor! Highly recommend to anyone with children!!!
Tara in Cadillac, MI — Feb 02, 2017
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Specialties*
Pediatrics
Specialties*
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • University of Mumbai
    1988
Medical Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • Pediatrics
Board Certifications
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A board certification represents a provider’s dedication to ongoing training in one or more specialties, including the completion of intensive exams. While not all specialties have board certifications, if your provider does have one they’ve taken the extra step to master their specialty and to keep up with the latest advancements in their field.

Internship

Internship
  • HENRY FORD HOSPITAL
    1993
Internship

Residency

Residency Hospital
  • University Bombay Nair Hospital
    1988
Residency Hospital
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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Sushila Rao, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Rao's profile.

Dr. Sushila Rao, MD is affiliated with Spectrum Health Big Rapids Hospital, Spectrum Health Gerber Memorial, Spectrum Health Kelsey Hospital, Spectrum Health Ludington Hospital, Spectrum Health Reed City Hospital and University of Michigan Health - West.

Yes, Dr. Sushila Rao, MD holds board certification in Pediatrics.

Hospital Affiliations

  • Spectrum Health Big Rapids Hospital

    605 Oak St, Big Rapids, MI

  • Spectrum Health Gerber Memorial

    212 S Sullivan Ave, Fremont, MI

  • Spectrum Health Kelsey Hospital

    418 Washington St, Lakeview, MI

  • Spectrum Health Ludington Hospital

    1 Atkinson Dr, Ludington, MI

  • Spectrum Health Reed City Hospital

    300 N Patterson Rd, Reed City, MI

  • University of Michigan Health - West

    5900 Byron Center Ave SW, Wyoming, MI