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Dr. Rahul Sarna, MD

Dr. Rahul Sarna, MD

Pain Medicine*
10+ years of experience

Dr. Rahul Sarna, MD is a pain medicine physician in San Marcos, TX and has over 10 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from American University of The Caribbean School of Medicine in 2012. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as St. David's Medical Center and Ascension Seton Hays. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

5 Star Rating
Based on 34 reviews 5 Star Rating (34 reviews)

Practice

1320 Wonder World Dr Ste 106 San Marcos, TX 78666
Telehealth available

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At a Glance

  • Areas of Expertise
    Dr. Sarna specializes in the areas of Anesthesiology & Pain Medicine. 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
    America’s 50 Best Hospitals for Surgical Excellence Award™ See hospitals
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Dr. Sarna's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Sarna

5.0
34 ratings, 33 with a written review
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Dr Sarna and his staff are the best. He has managed my pain for a long time. He keeps me moving. Wouldn’t go to any one else. He’s very knowledgeable and thorough.
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
2 others found this helpful
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C goff – Aug 25, 2022
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Of the few doctors that I consider excellent, Dr. Sarna is at the top of my list! His caring manner and knowledge about my back issues were striking from the first visit. He diagnosed my back pain problem immediately, and followed up with appropriate testing to have documentation regarding my need for a SI joint fusion to alleviate my pain. One such test proved that I needed a surgical procedure beyond his field of expertise, and so, an orthopedic spinal surgeon that he recommended recently did my surgery. After 5 1/2 years with another pain specialist, Dr. Sarna diagnosed my problem in one visit!! The surgery was done recently and the pain was immediately gone! I am excited to, again, be able to enjoy being active and doing the things I love. I see in Dr. Sarna a caring physician who desires the best for his patients, and if necessary, knows when to turn over your care to a doctor who is best for your needs. He treats you like he would a family member; how grateful I am!
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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Elaine Berch – Jun 24, 2022
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Rahul Sarna, MD is a great doctor. I was referred to him after having little success with other pain management doctors or practices. Dr. Sarna was personable, listened to me patiently as I described my history and current issue. He offed options to treat but did not push me to do anything. I went ahead with suggested treatment and for the first time ever, the treatment worked. I credit this success with his skill and expertise as a physician. Having been pain free for nearly a year, I am regularly followed and feel confident in receiving treatment from him again in the future should the need arise. I would definitely recommend him to anyone who needs any type of pain management. One big difference is that he begins with the least invasive option, which I chose, and does not push the spinal implant to be the treatment of choice as many other practices are currently doing.
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
2 others found this helpful
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JaniceT – Apr 06, 2021
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I'm a retired Austin Fire Fighter I recently fell off my roof breaking 23 bones and spending 4 weeks in the hospital when I was released it was left up to me to find a Dr. I was in terrible pain I looked on line and found Dr. Sarna I have known 3 Great Dr.'s in my life but Dr. Sarna is by far the BEST I've ever known. He saw immediately the Pain I was in and we talked and he LISTENED and he then put a plan together and I followed it to the letter and now 9 weeks later I am virtually pain and medication Free. I can't Thank Dr. Sarna enough I would HIGHLY RECOMMEND HIM to My own family and anyone else in need of help he is a Dr. Who Truly Cares about his patients. THANK YOU DR. SARNA!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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
3 others found this helpful
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Pat Sconci Jr. – Dec 30, 2020
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It has been almost 2 years since I left my first review here for Dr. Rahul Sarna. I can confidently say that not only did he help me resolve the constant pain in my upper back/shoulder area in October 2018 but I am still pain free and fully functional today in October 2020. I am also still thankful for his great skill and diligence. Thanks Dr. Sarna!
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
2 others found this helpful
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Paul Ashe – Oct 03, 2020
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He is such an intelligent amazing compassionate Dr. I wld absolutely recommend him to anyone.. J.McDonald
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
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Jeanette McDonald – Apr 15, 2020
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Dr. Sarna is a truly caring and listening physician. He is careful and conservative and remembers all things about you as a patient and your case. His staff, unfortunately, is the worst, even to the point of dishonesty. I would have left long ago because of the staff, except that I believe that Dr. Sarna is extraordinaire in his field.
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Staff wasn't friendly
2 others found this helpful
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Nov 07, 2019
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Very professional office and staff. Timely and efficient. Fast and easy registration process. The doctor was extremely knowledgeable and took the time to explain everything to me and listened and allowed me to ask questions and set my mind at ease.
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
3 others found this helpful
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Sep 20, 2019
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I highly recommend Dr. Sarna. He takes the time to listen to his patients, offers treatments that work and doesn't just push meds.
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
3 others found this helpful
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Sep 09, 2019
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Kind, caring
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
2 others found this helpful
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Kenneth Musick – Sep 07, 2019
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He talked to you, explained and let you ask questions and let you know it's not over night and it takes time
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
3 others found this helpful
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I – Aug 21, 2019
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Dr.Sarna is an incredibly caring and talented person. He has helped me with several issues and has never let me down. He is always willing to listen, and provide thoughtful feedback. I have tried other pain management physicians all over the country. Dr. Sarna is the best I have found.
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
4 others found this helpful
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John M – Aug 21, 2019
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Doctor Sarna is very caring of every patient and listens and is very patient with me
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
2 others found this helpful
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Aug 02, 2019
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Dr.Sarna is the most attentive and caring doctor who really listens and understands my needs. I am so grateful that he has taken me as a patient.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
2 others found this helpful
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Jul 27, 2019
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He is helping me deal with chronic pain. He's willing to listen and explain how things work.
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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Jul 24, 2019
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I love these guys, the entire staff rocks! They made me feel welcome and talked me through the entire process. I can't say enough about the doctor and his staff, I was sedated and didn't realize that the procedure was complete ?? I reccomend their services and will continue to return as needed. Thanks ??
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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Gustavus Chisholm – Jul 03, 2019
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Today was a good experience. Procedure went well
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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Jul 02, 2019
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Dr. Sarna is very personable and ask questions about you. He takes time to listen and then offers his professional opinion. He does not rush in and rush out.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Barbara Luetge – Jul 02, 2019
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This was my first visit and i was very impressed with what he had to say by justt looking at my legs and knowing what type of condition they were end.??
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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marilyn jo King – Jun 21, 2019
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Excellent pain management more than just Meds.
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
3 others found this helpful
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R McDavid – Jun 08, 2019
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About Me

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Dr. Rahul Sarna, MD is a pain medicine physician in San Marcos, TX and has over 10 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from American University of The Caribbean School of Medicine in 2012. He is affiliated with medical facilities...read more
  • Pain Medicine

  • Headache Management

  • Interventional Pain Medicine

  • Sports Medicine Pain Management

  • Acute Pain Medicine

  • Pain Management

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  • American University Of The Caribbean School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 2012
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Anesthesiology®
Anesthesiology
Pain Medicine
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Locations

Practice

Lone Star Spine and Pain Institute PLLC1320 Wonder World Dr Ste 106 San Marcos, TX 78666
1

Practice

Choice Health at Home2115 Stephens Pl Ste 1400 New Braunfels, TX 78130
2

Affiliated Hospitals

  • St. David's Medical Center

    919 E 32nd St
    Austin, TX 78705
    Recipient of 86
    hospital awards

    America’s 50 Best Hospitals for Surgical Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

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

    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 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.

    87%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    3% higher than the national average

    80%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    4% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
  • Ascension Seton Hays

    6001 Kyle Pkwy
    Kyle, TX 78640
    Recipient of 14
    hospital awards

    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2023)

    Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

    View all awards

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

    87%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    3% higher than the national average

    77%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    1% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
  • Arise Austin Medical Center

    3003 Bee Caves Rd
    Austin, TX 78746

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

    95%
    Patients said the area around their rooms was always kept quiet at night

    28% higher than the national average

    88%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home
    View all patient feedback
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