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Dr. Krishnaswamy Rao, MD

Dr. Krishnaswamy Rao, MD

Pediatric Endocrinology*

Dr. Krishnaswamy Rao, MD is a pediatric endocrinologist in Temple, TX. She is affiliated with medical facilities such as Baylor Scott & White Medical Center-College Station and Baylor Scott & White Medical Center-Hillcrest. She is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4 Star Rating
Based on 10 reviews 4 Star Rating (10 reviews)

Baylor Scott & White Medical Center - Temple

2401 S 31st St Temple, TX 76508
Telehealth available

At a Glance

  • Areas of Expertise
    Dr. Rao specializes in the areas of Pediatric Endocrinology & Pediatrics. See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. See reviews
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ See hospitals
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Dr. Rao's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Rao

4.0

10 ratings, 8 with a written review
5 Star
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4 Star
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3 Star
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2 Star
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1 Star
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
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Lauren in El Paso – Feb 17, 2019
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Long wait times
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Darren in TX – Nov 12, 2018
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Staff wasn't friendly
1 person found this helpful
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Kay F. in El Paso , TX – Aug 15, 2018
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
Helpful
mariana reyes in El Paso, TX – May 20, 2017
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Linda Marquez in El Paso, TX – Mar 20, 2017
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
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Julie S in El Paso TX – Oct 28, 2016
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Rachel in Atlanta, GA – Jul 09, 2016
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
Helpful
Graciela in El Paso, TX – Jul 03, 2016
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About Me

biography

Dr. Krishnaswamy Rao, MD is a pediatric endocrinologist in Temple, TX. She is affiliated with medical facilities such as Baylor Scott & White Medical Center-College Station and Baylor Scott & White Medical Center-Hillcrest. She is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.
  • Pediatric Endocrinology

  • Pediatrics

*Healthgrades does not verify qualifications for medical specialties. Please verify your provider's specialty and qualifications directly with your provider and applicable medical board.

  • University Of Arkansas For Medical Sciences College Of Medicine

    Medical School
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Pediatrics®
Pediatric Endocrinology
Pediatrics
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  • English

  • Spanish

Locations

Baylor Scott & White Medical Center - Temple

Baylor Scott & White Medical Center - Temple2401 S 31st St Temple, TX 76508
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Baylor Scott & White McLane Children's Specialty Clinic - Temple

2

Baylor Scott & White Medical Center - College Station

Baylor Scott & White Medical Center - College Station700 Scott and White Dr College Station, TX 77845
3

Baylor Scott & White Medical Center - Hillcrest

Baylor Scott & White Medical Center - Hillcrest100 Hillcrest Medical Blvd Waco, TX 76712
4

Baylor Scott & White Medical Center - Round Rock

Baylor Scott & White Medical Center - Round Rock300 University Blvd Round Rock, TX 78665
5

Affiliated Hospitals

  • Baylor Scott & White Medical Center-College Station

    700 Scott and White Dr
    College Station, TX 77845
    Recipient of 7
    hospital awards

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2024, 2023, 2022)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2024, 2023)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

    View all awards

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    89%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    5% higher than the national average

    83%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    7% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
  • Baylor Scott & White Medical Center-Hillcrest

    100 Hillcrest Medical Blvd
    Waco, TX 76712
    Recipient of 7
    hospital awards

    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025)

    Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2024)

    Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

    View all awards

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    89%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    5% higher than the national average

    81%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    5% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
  • Baylor Scott & White Medical Center-Round Rock

    300 University Blvd
    Round Rock, TX 78665
    Recipient of 2
    hospital awards

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2023)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

    View all awards

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    89%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    2% higher than the national average

    82%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    4% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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