Vijay U Rao , MD, PhD, FACC, FASE, FHFSA, FIC-OS
Franciscan Health Indiana Heart Physicians, a department of Franciscan Health Indianapolis
5330 E. Stop 11 Road
Indianapolis, IN 46237 Directions
4.9 out of 5
217 verified ratings
217 Ratings, 110 Comments
The following ratings and reviews are based on verified feedback collected from independently administered patient experience surveys. The ratings and comments submitted by patients reflect their own views and opinions. Patient identities are withheld to ensure confidentiality and privacy.
Aug 14, 2025
Great Doctor
Aug 13, 2025
Dr. Rao is very thorough and very knowledgeable on many questions I had. His expertise and caring approach is very much noticed and appreciated!!!!
Aug 12, 2025
He is considerate, helpful, knowledgeable and a concern Doctor on my health problems.
Aug 7, 2025
He cares.
Aug 6, 2025
Dr Rao is always funny and well informed about my records .
Aug 5, 2025
I was first impressed by his medical training and background. Every appointment has been a positive experience.
Aug 5, 2025
Give recommendation to contact, but everyone needs to make their own choice based on needs and research.
Aug 1, 2025
Professional and caring and helpful
Jul 30, 2025
Very thorough in relating information to you, caring kind and compassionate!
Jul 29, 2025
Dr. Rao if friendly and easy to talk with.
Jul 28, 2025
Compassionate, caring
Jul 28, 2025
Knowageable and compassionate. Makes me feel he truly cares about me not just a number in his practice.
Jul 28, 2025
Excellent Dr very knowledgeable and friendly.
Jul 28, 2025
Dr. Rao is great!
Jul 26, 2025
Knows what he is taking about.
Jul 25, 2025
Approachable, compassionate, and professional.
Jul 21, 2025
He has taken care of my husband & I several years. I have recommended him to several friends & family.
Jul 17, 2025
He listens and genuinely cares about you! 5 stars!!!!
Jul 15, 2025
Professional
Jul 14, 2025
Always prepared and very easy to talk to
Jul 14, 2025
Through friendly
Jul 14, 2025
Dr. Rao is very friendly. He takes time to listen and explain, if you have any concerns.
Jun 26, 2025
I appreciate his care and treatment.
Jun 24, 2025
Appreciate Dr. Roi’s kindness, wisdom and humility!
Jun 21, 2025
Personal,experienced and, professional.
Jun 18, 2025
i think he is a very good dr
Jun 18, 2025
He takes time to talk to you, I didnt feel rushed and is very relaxed which makes me more relaxed
May 29, 2025
Very knowledgeable and friendly
May 23, 2025
Good bedside manners
May 17, 2025
He’s personable and thorough
May 16, 2025
He cares about his patients and listens.
May 15, 2025
Dr.Rao is not only thoughtful he’s highly qualified. Excellent patient/doctor communication. He’s thorough and never seems to be on a hurry.
May 11, 2025
good personable doctor, he knows wine!
May 10, 2025
His expertise and empathy
May 3, 2025
Courteous
Apr 29, 2025
I would recommend Dr Rao
He will take care of you.
Apr 29, 2025
Trust worthy and understandable
Apr 28, 2025
Dr. Rao, has so much compassion for his patience. He truly sits there and listens to what you have to say. He is such a remarkable, fantastic doctor.!! if you have any concerns, he wants to get those addressed. He goes over your medication to make sure everything is right on target.
Apr 21, 2025
Personable and competent
Apr 21, 2025
Knowledgeable and explains things well.
Apr 16, 2025
The so awesome
Apr 15, 2025
He is kind, very intelligent and has a caring heart. I trust him.
Apr 11, 2025
Dr. Rao was very thorough, explaining in detail regarding my diagnosis. He answered questions and prescribed medications and set up future appointments. I appreciate his concern and will follow up with him at a future appointment.
Apr 11, 2025
He’s the greatest. Smart, friendly and has ideas about how to improve your heart health.
Apr 10, 2025
On time and through.
Apr 7, 2025
completely answered my questions in a positive way. Felt quite confident in his care.
Mar 27, 2025
He knows what he is doing and up front with us.
Mar 25, 2025
As I said, he is friendly, kind and patient. Explained things, asked me questions and answered my questions. Never seemed rushed.
Mar 17, 2025
He is highly polite and pretty well talk as though he knows what he's doing
Mar 17, 2025
I liked his personality.