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Chitharanjan Rao,  MD

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Chitharanjan Rao, MD

Neurology, Clinical Neurophysiology, Epilepsy

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4.8
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Affiliation

Atlantic Medical Group

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Chitharanjan Rao, MD

About me

Dr. Chitharanjan Rao is a neurology specialist at Atlantic Neuroscience Institute, part of Atlantic Health System. Board-certified in neurology, neuromuscular medicine, epilepsy and clinical neurophysiology by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology, he is also board-certified in electrodiagnostic medicine by the American Board of Electrodiagnostic Medicine and certified as a specialist in multiple sclerosis and in rare neuro-immunological disorders by the Consortium of Multiple Sclerosis Centers. Prior to joining Atlantic Health System, Dr. Rao served patients across New Jersey, Pennsylvania, the UK, and India. He also taught neurology at the University of Pittsburgh Medical School in Pennsylvania in addition to Grant Medical College in India. He is the author of multiple publications in peer-reviewed journals and presentations at international conferences. Dr. Rao earned his medical degree from the University of Bombay (now Mumbai) in India and followed that with a residency in internal medicine at Grant Medical College/Sir J.J. Hospital, and a subsequent doctorate in medicine (neurology) also at the University of Bombay. He earned membership in the Royal College of Physicians in London, UK, and trained in clinical neurophysiology, with specialized training in epilepsy surgery and neurophysiological monitoring at Queen Elizabeth Neuroscience Center, University Hospitals Birmingham NHS trust in the UK. After moving to the U.S., he completed a residency in neurology at St. Louis University, St. Louis, MO, and a fellowship in neuromuscular medicine at Wayne State University, Detroit, MI. Dr. Rao is a member of the American Academy of Neurology, American Association of Neuromuscular & Electrodiagnostic Medicine, American Clinical Neurophysiology Society, American Headache Society, American Epilepsy Society and the Royal College of Physicians, London, UK. In addition to English, he speaks several Indian languages, including Hindi, Marathi, Kannada, and Gujarati. Dr. Rao is part of Atlantic Medical Group and a participating provider of the Atlantic Accountable Care Organization.

Areas of focus: and clinical neurophysiology, epilepsy, neuro-immunological disorders, Neurology, neuromuscular medicine

SPECIALTIES

  • Neurology

  • Clinical Neurophysiology

  • Epilepsy

  • Neuromusculoskeletal Medicine and OMM

AFFILIATIONS

  • Atlantic Medical Group

  • Chilton Medical Center

  • Hackettstown Medical Center

  • Morristown Medical Center

  • Newton Medical Center

  • Overlook Medical Center

Where to see me

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Education & Experience

TRAINING

Saint Louis University School of MedicineResidency
Detroit Medical CenterFellowship
Royal College, LondonUniversity

BOARD CERTIFICATIONS

Clinical NeurophysiologyAmerican Board of Psychiatry and Neurology
EpilepsyAmerican Board of Psychiatry and Neurology
NeurologyAmerican Board of Psychiatry and Neurology
Neuromuscular MedicineAmerican Board of Psychiatry and Neurology

Patient Reviews

OVERALL RATING

4.8

(136 ratings)
20 reviews
  • 5.0
    Sep 15, 2024
    All good
  • 5.0
    Sep 14, 2024
    Dr. Rao is an exceptional doctor.
  • 5.0
    Sep 9, 2024
    Dr Rao was very friendly.
  • 3.7
    Jul 19, 2024
    Dr. Rao was extremely attentive. However, my illness made it difficult for me to properly express my medical concerns because of on going cognitive issues.
  • 5.0
    Jul 16, 2024
    Very kind - office calls back right away. We got an appointment quickly. Thank you!