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Dr. Vani Rao MD, PLLC
Dr. Vani Rao MD, PLLC
Psychiatrist, MD

Dr. Vani Rao MD, PLLC

Psychiatrist, MD

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1020 19th Street NW, Suite 625, Washington, DC 20036
Let's Connect (202) 733-6502
I am currently an Associate Professor in the Department of Psychiatry, Johns Hopkins University, School of Medicine. I am also the Director of Behavioral Neurology & Neuropsychiatry Fellowship program at Hopkins. In April 2013 I was inducted into the Miller Coulson Academy of Clinical Excellence. This honor is given to the physicians who are "committed to excellence in patient care". My research interest is on psychiatric aspects of Traumatic Brain Injury (Pl read Traumatized Brain: Amazon) and made significant contributions to this field. I am currently have a private practice in Washington DC. I am board certified in Psychiatry and Neuropsychiatry.
For appointments: Pl. Contact at 202-223-8264. Interested in TBI? Contact Johns Hopkins: 410-550-2288. Amazon BOOK on Traumatized Brain.
I am the President of the Indo-American Psychiatric Association (IAPA), which currently has 7000 psychiatrists of Indian origin in the US. I have numerous publications in peer-reviewed journals and have co-authored several chapters. I am dedicated to my patients and passionate about both clinical and research work.
Call or Dr. Vani Rao MD, PLLC now for a free 15 minute consultation - (202) 733-6502

Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Dr. Vani Rao MD, PLLC

1020 19th Street NW, Suite 625

Washington, DC 20036

(202) 733-6502

Jonhs Hopkins Bayview

4940 Eastern Ave

Baltimore, MD 21224

(202) 223-8264
Secure Video conferencing and encrypted electronic messages.
I specialize in Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI), Bipolar Disorder and Mood Disorders 
$300 Per Session  
I see individuals, couples and families  
Let's Connect (202) 733-6502

Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Dr. Vani Rao MD, PLLC

1020 19th Street NW, Suite 625

Washington, DC 20036

(202) 733-6502

Jonhs Hopkins Bayview

4940 Eastern Ave

Baltimore, MD 21224

(202) 223-8264
Secure Video conferencing and encrypted electronic messages.
I specialize in Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI), Bipolar Disorder and Mood Disorders 
$300 Per Session  
I see individuals, couples and families  

Finances

Fees

  • Individual Sessions $300
  • Pay by American Express, Cash, Check, Discover, Mastercard, Visa

Insurance

  • Out of Network
Check fees and, if listed, ask to verify your insurance coverage. or (202) 733-6502
Dr. Vani Rao MD, PLLC
Psychiatrist, MD
Check fees and, if listed, ask to verify your insurance coverage. or (202) 733-6502
Dr. Vani Rao MD, PLLC
Psychiatrist, MD

Qualifications

    Psychiatrist: Vani Rao
  • Verified by Psychology Today License: District of Columbia / MD041353 Vani Rao
  • License: Maryland D0051663 / 2021
  • License: Virginia 0101272735 / 2021
  • Board Certification by Psychatry and Neuro-psych
  • John Hopkins School of Medicine, Graduated 1999
Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience. or (202) 733-6502
Dr. Vani Rao MD, PLLC
Psychiatrist, MD
Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience. or (202) 733-6502
Dr. Vani Rao MD, PLLC
Psychiatrist, MD

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

  • Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI)
  • Bipolar Disorder
  • Mood Disorders

Expertise

  • Addiction
  • Alzheimer's
  • Anxiety
  • Behavioral Issues
  • Depression
  • Developmental Disorders
  • Dissociative Disorders (DID)
  • Divorce
  • Drug Abuse
  • Dual Diagnosis
  • Eating Disorders
  • Emotional Disturbance
  • Geriatric and Seniors
  • Grief
  • Impulse Control Disorders
  • Intellectual Disability
  • Lesbian
  • LGBTQ+
  • Medication Management
  • Obesity
  • Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD)
  • Personality Disorders
  • Psychosis
  • Relationship Issues
  • Self Esteem
  • Sleep or Insomnia
  • Substance Use
  • TBI, Concussions, Bipolar, depression
  • Thinking Disorders
  • Trauma and PTSD
  • Weight Loss
Do these issues align with your needs? or (202) 733-6502
Dr. Vani Rao MD, PLLC
Psychiatrist, MD
Do these issues align with your needs? or (202) 733-6502
Dr. Vani Rao MD, PLLC
Psychiatrist, MD

Client Focus

Age

Teen
Adults
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals
Couples
Family

Communities

Aviation Professionals
Cancer
Gay Allied
HIV / AIDS Allied
Lesbian Allied
Veterans

Ethnicity

Black and African American
Other Racial or Ethnic Background

I also speak

Hindi
Telugu, Tamil, Kannada.

Age

Teen
Adults
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals
Couples
Family

Communities

Aviation Professionals
Cancer
Gay Allied
HIV / AIDS Allied
Lesbian Allied
Veterans

Ethnicity

Black and African American
Other Racial or Ethnic Background

I also speak

Hindi
Telugu, Tamil, Kannada.

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Chemical imbalance
  • Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
  • Combination of medical and Drugs
  • Pharmacogenetics testing
  • Psychoanalytic
  • Psychodynamic
  • Psychological Testing and Evaluation
Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. or (202) 733-6502
Dr. Vani Rao MD, PLLC
Psychiatrist, MD
Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. or (202) 733-6502
Dr. Vani Rao MD, PLLC
Psychiatrist, MD

Groups

Location

Primary Location

Dr. Vani Rao MD, PLLC

1020 19th Street NW, Suite 625

Washington, DC 20036

(202) 733-6502

Additional Location

Jonhs Hopkins Bayview

4940 Eastern Ave

Baltimore, MD 21224

(202) 223-8264
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Secure Video conferencing and encrypted electronic messages.
Call for a free consultation now - (202) 733-6502
Dr. Vani Rao MD, PLLC
Psychiatrist, MD
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Secure Video conferencing and encrypted electronic messages.
Call for a free consultation now - (202) 733-6502
Dr. Vani Rao MD, PLLC
Psychiatrist, MD
Last Modified: 6 Dec 2023