About
Dr. Bhavana Rao, MD is a board-certified family physician who has practiced medicine in the Woodlands, Tomball, and Houston areas since 2008. She completed her residency training at the Conroe Family Medicine Residency Program. Before founding Meridian Springs Primary Care, she worked as a hospitalist at Methodist Willowbrook. In 2017, she made the shift to direct primary care and built one of the first DPC practices in the Woodlands and Tomball region.
Dr. Rao holds FMCSA certification and performs DOT physicals alongside her core family medicine work. Her clinical focus spans chronic disease management for conditions like diabetes, hypertension, thyroid disorders, and asthma, as well as women's health, hormone therapy, and aesthetics. She is passionate about treating each patient as an individual rather than fitting them into a standard protocol. Beyond the exam room, she has advocated for subscription-model healthcare reform on Capitol Hill, representing the Texas Academy of Family Physicians and the DPC Coalition in meetings with congressional leaders. Her husband and co-founder, Sunil Vasisht, brings an MBA from Mays Business School at Texas A&M to the business side of the practice.
Education & Training
Residency
Conroe Family Medicine Residency Program
Additional Training
FMCSA certification; DOT physical examiner
Certifications
Conditions Treated
Who is Dr. Rao right for?
Dr. Rao is a strong fit for individuals and families seeking a long-term primary care relationship with broad clinical coverage. Patients managing chronic conditions like diabetes, hypertension, thyroid disorders, or asthma benefit from her individualized approach. Adults interested in hormone therapy, weight management, or aesthetic services find a single provider for all those needs. She also serves patients needing DOT physicals, prenatal care, or same-day urgent care access.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Dr. Rao treats a wide range of conditions including diabetes, hypertension, thyroid disorders, and asthma. She also addresses women's health concerns, mental health needs, and weight management. Her clinical scope includes acute and urgent care for everyday illnesses and injuries.
Yes, Dr. Rao holds board certification in Family Medicine. She completed her residency at the Conroe Family Medicine Residency Program and has practiced medicine in the Houston area since 2008.
Yes, Dr. Rao holds FMCSA certification and performs DOT physicals as part of her clinical work at Meridian Springs Primary Care. Patients requiring commercial driver medical examinations can schedule directly with her.
Dr. Rao treats each patient as an individual rather than applying a one-size-fits-all protocol. She takes time to understand each person's health history, goals, and concerns. Appointments average 37 minutes, giving her and her patients meaningful time together.
Yes, Dr. Rao provides hormone therapy including BioTe hormone pellets. She works with both women and men on hormonal health as part of her broader clinical focus at Meridian Springs Primary Care.
Yes, Dr. Rao offers prenatal care as part of her family medicine services. Prospective patients should contact the practice directly to discuss their specific prenatal care needs.
Yes, Dr. Rao has advocated for subscription-model healthcare reform on Capitol Hill. She has represented the Texas Academy of Family Physicians and the DPC Coalition in meetings with congressional leaders.
Yes, Dr. Rao provides aesthetic services including Botox and PRP hair restoration at Meridian Springs Primary Care. Members receive discounted pricing on these services as part of their membership.
Doctor profile last updated March 21, 2026