Panduranga Sadashiva Rao, MD

Panduranga Sadashiva Rao, MBBS
Specialty: Nephrology, Internal Medicine
Title: Professor
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Panduranga Sadashiva Rao, MD
Panduranga Sadashiva Rao, MBBS
Nephrology
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    • Areas of Practice

    Glomerulonephritis, nephrotic syndrome, lupus, genetic diseases and all aspects of general adult Nephrology, including chronic kidney disease (CKD).

    Locations
    • Nephrology Clinic | Taubman Center 1500 E Medical Center Dr
      Floor 3 Reception C
      Ann Arbor, MI 48109-5361       Get Directions
    • Nephrology Lupus Clinic | Taubman Center 1500 E Medical Center Dr
      Floor 3 Reception A
      Ann Arbor, MI 48109-5361       Get Directions

    Insurance Accepted

    University of Michigan Health participates with most health insurance plans.

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    Education & Training

    Medical School or Training
    Stanley Medical College, 1986

    Residency
    Kilpauk Medical College, Internal Medicine, 1989
    Cook County Hospital, Internal Medicine, 2000

    Fellowships
    Apollo Hospital, Internal Medicine Nephrology, 1993
    University of Toronto Faculty of Medicine, Internal Medicine Nephrology, 1997

    Board Certifications
    Internal Medicine
    Nephrology

    Professional Organizations
    American Heart Association
    American Society of Nephrologists
    International Society for Peritoneal Dialysis
    International Society of Nephrology

    Research Overview

    Research interest in outcome studies in kidney transplantation with a focus on donor risk index and transplant benefit. Another area of research interest is Lupus Nephritis with focus on predictors of renal outcome based on gene expression profile in kidney biopsy.

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    Patient Comments

    February 4, 2026 - "Dr Rao is the absolute best provider I have ever encountered. He is so knowledgable and courteous. He explains things clearly and based on science and I trust him 100% with my health."

    October 20, 2025 - "Dr Rao is one of the most patient, kind and understanding doctor I have ever had. I really cannot say enough good things about him!"

    September 17, 2025 - "Dr Rao listened to me with a great demeanor which was both professional & caring. He explained things in a way that allowed me to partake in decision making."

    September 10, 2025 - "Dr. Rao listens very well and offers well thought out answers to my questions"

    June 11, 2025 - "Dr Rao is a kind, compassionate and engaged professional."

    May 14, 2025 - "Dr Rao is the absolute best provider I have interacted with. It feels like he is personally invested in my health and well being. I enjoy my appointments with him."

    May 4, 2025 - "Dr.Rao is so kind and caring and always listens to my concerns. He is a special Dr."

    April 2, 2025 - "Dr Rao is an excellent doctor who is also kind with a great bedside manner"