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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
(254) 724-5918

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
70%
70%
4 star
0%
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3 star
10%
10%
2 star
0%
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1 star
20%
20%

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I highly recommend Dr. Rao. She is an excellent doctor who takes the time to answer any questions we have. She is also very thorough and caring.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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 other person found this helpful
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Lauren in El Paso – Feb 17, 2019
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Dr Rao is very attentive. She seems to actually read our daughters chart before we speak to her. She is very knowledgeable and understanding. The front staff are ok for the most part..You get typical medical assistant behavior.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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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Dr. Rao, her medical assistant Amanda, and the diabetic educator Jodie are amazing! However, I rated 3 stars because of the in betweens. It would have been 5 stars if the rating were based solely on Dr. Rao, Amanda and Jodie. However, The office staff is disorganized, and the ladies on the phone are rude and inconsiderate. One of the other diabetic educators is condescending, and the other speaks to you as if you too are a pediatric patient, rather the parent, an able and capable adult.
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Office environment
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Staff wasn't friendly
1 other person found this helpful
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Kay F. in El Paso , TX – Aug 15, 2018
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Awesome doctor. My son actually enjoys his appointments!!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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
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mariana reyes in El Paso, TX – May 20, 2017
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She's a very good Dr. She sees both my children and they like her a lot. She is educated and knows what she is talking about. Would not change Drs for anything
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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 other person found this helpful
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Linda Marquez in El Paso, TX – Mar 20, 2017
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If you have Tricare Prime request to see someone other than this doctor. They over book and won't admit it and then give you a huge problem setting up a new appointment after you've waited 2 hours after your appointment time. Save yourself the hassle and request them to give you a different doctor.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Office environment
  • 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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Dr Rao is very knowledgeable. She explained my son's medical condition and answered all our questions patiently. Her staff was quick with arranging my son's labs and his medication refills.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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 other person found this helpful
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Rachel in Atlanta, GA – Jul 09, 2016
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Shes ( Dr. Rao) very understanding. but she forgot To order/send my daughters prescription . Now I have to wait until Monday. Meanwhile she' s out of treatment .
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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
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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

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  • University Of Arkansas For Medical Sciences College Of Medicine

    Medical School
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Pediatrics®
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Pediatric Endocrinology
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Pediatrics
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Locations

Baylor Scott & White Medical Center - Temple

Baylor Scott & White Medical Center - Temple2401 S 31st St Temple, TX 76508
1

Baylor Scott & White McLane Children's Specialty Clinic - Temple

Baylor Scott & White McLane Children's Medical Center - Temple1901 SW H K Dodgen Loop Temple, TX 76502
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 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

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2024, 2023)

    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

    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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