1200 McKinney St., Suite 473,
Houston,
TX
77010
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About the Provider
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Education & Board Certification
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Professional Associations
Purnima Rao, MD, FACOG, MSCP, earned her medical degree from Louisiana State University Medical Center in New Orleans in 2001. She then moved to Texas, where she completed her residency training in Obstetrics and Gynecology at Baylor University Medical Center in Dallas in 2003, serving as chief resident her final year. Bilingual in English and Hindi, Dr. Rao joined Kelsey-Seybold in August 2023 as a board-certified OB/GYN and Menopause Society Certified Practitioner.
As an obstetrician and gynecologist, Dr. Rao sees patients seeking high-quality, patient-centered OB/GYN care. This includes well care, such as Pap smears, breast exams, and well woman checks; care for concerns such as ovarian cysts and painful menstrual cycles; and comprehensive obstetrical care. Dr. Rao also specializes in minimally invasive procedures as well as menopause and perimenopause care, managing concerns such as hot flashes, osteoporosis, bladder symptoms, pain during intercourse, and more. Her favorite part of practicing medicine is being there for patients through some of their most vulnerable moments and lifechanging milestones.
Philosophy of Care
Dr. Rao centers her care on compassion, kindness, and respect, ensuring her patients are heard and their needs understood. She takes the time to listen, explain care options thoroughly, and help her patients feel supported through every step of care.
Awards & Publications
Awards
- Resident Teaching Award, Baylor University, 2002
- Resident Research Award, Baylor University, 2003
- Multiple five-star patient awards, Kelsey-Seybold Clinic
Hobbies & Interests
When not caring for her patients, Dr. Rao enjoys cooking, traveling, and exercising. Most of all, she loves spending time with family and friends. She considers herself a foodie, so she loves cooking for people and trying new restaurants.Medical School
- Louisiana State University Medical Center – New Orleans, LA 1999
Internship/Residency
- Baylor University Medical Center – Dallas, TX 2003
Board Certifications
- American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology - OB/GYN
- Menopause Society Certified Practitioner - MSCP
Locations
Berthelsen Main Campus Surgery Center
2727 W. Holcombe Blvd.,
Houston,
TX
77025
