Dr. Vijay Rao K R
MBBS, MRCP (UK), CCT - Rheumatology
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Dr Vijay KR Rao is Consultant Rheumatologist at Divisha Arthritis and Medical Center and Manipal Hospitals, Bangalore, India. Dr Rao studied medicine at Bangalore Medical College. He then underwent specialist training Internal Medicine in West Midlands, UK and obtained his MRCP (UK), General Medicine qualification. He further underwent super specialist training in Rheumatology in some of the reputed centers in the UK and obtained MRCP (UK) Rheumatology qualification. He also did a fellowship in SLE and Rheumatic diseases in pregnancy at the prestigious Lupus UK Center of Excellence, Birmingham under the mentorship of Professor Caroline Gordon. He was awarded the prestigious FRCP degree from the Royal College of Physicians in Edinburgh Scotland UK in 2016. He has worked as a consultant rheumatologist in the Queen Elizabeth Hospital, Birmingham, UK before taking up his current position at Manipal Hospitals.Dr Vijay KR Rao’s research interests include lupus, connective tissue disease and the management of rheumatic diseases in pregnancy and he has authored numerous articles and textbook chapters on these topics.He has been an invited speaker at several national and international rheumatology meetings and is a sub-investigator for several trials of therapies for lupus and inflammatory arthritis.He is Assistant Editor for the Indian Journal of Rheumatology and is a member of the Indian Rheumatology Association, and the British Society of Rheumatology.He is also an examiner for MRCP exams held in India.
Patient Stories for Dr. Vijay Rao K R
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Have been visiting Doctor for obesity & body aches. He speaks with lot of clarity & clears off doubts to the point. What I respect most is his humility which is rare in these days of extreme commercialisation. Friendly atmosphere the staff are very kind & carry no air of pride. The team spirit is high all thanks to of course the founders & doctor * signing off as a happy patient *
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1st time visited
Should wait and see
How my mom will improve with this medications
Dr is available in wts app that’s very impressive
Can clear doubts if any
The clinic is very clean and hygienic, with a great environment. Dr. Vijay Rao K R listens patiently to all concerns, and having the lab, medicines, and physician all in one place is very convenient. I highly recommend this place for arthritis treatment.
Dr. Vijay Rao K R gave a detailed explanation of my symptoms, diagnosis, and treatments. He was very helpful, and his staff was diligent. Although the clinic can get crowded, the staff tries to keep patients comfortable, and the wait time was reasonable. I felt the consultation was worth the fees paid.
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I have been suffering from joint paints and rigidity of body movements for over a year consulting lot of doctors but to no help. Then my friend recommended Dr. Vijay Rao whose treatment made me as good as before. I highly recommend this doctor without a second thought!
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I've had a good experience with Doctor Vijay, been going regularly for the past 5yrs. Recovery has only been better ever since. Grateful that he takes everything into consideration and very patiently listens to any concerns that I have. His team and him make sure that I leave the clinic satisfied and reassured.
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Good treatment from doctor
Explanation of the health issues also good
Everything is good
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The consultation process was exemplary, and the treatment was highly effective. My mother, who was severely debilitated by stage 4 rheumatoid arthritis, has shown great improvement thanks to Dr. Vijay Rao K R's exceptional care. The clinic staff were very supportive and made each patient feel comfortable. I highly recommend this doctor and his team.
Dr. Vijay Rao K R and the staff were kind-hearted and patient, making me feel heard. The doctor explained everything crystal clearly, and the clinic had all necessary facilities under one roof. Although it was a bit expensive, the fees were still affordable.
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In first visit I have lot of pain when treatment is started in second visit I have much better iam so happy I wish my problem will be cure thank u
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