About
Chethana Rao, MD is the Medical Director and President of Prima Medicine, where she has practiced internal medicine for over two decades. She earned her medical degree from Bangalore Medical College and Research Institute in Bengaluru, India, graduating with the Gold Medal. Her internship at the University of Tennessee Medical Center earned her the distinction of Best EKG Interpretation. She completed her residency at Geisinger Medical Center in Danville, Pennsylvania, and holds board certification from the American Board of Internal Medicine.
Dr. Rao focuses on chronic disease management, diabetes, hypertension, headache management, and preventive care. Her peers have nominated her as a Washingtonian Top Doctor eight consecutive years as of 2025, first recognizing her in 2018. She offers concierge care membership with limited slots for patients seeking enhanced access and continuity.
Education & Training
Medical School
Bangalore Medical College and Research Institute, Bengaluru, Karnataka (Gold Medal)
Residency
Internal Medicine Residency, Geisinger Medical Center, Danville, PA
Additional Training
Internal Medicine Internship, University of Tennessee Medical Center, Knoxville, TN (Best EKG Interpretation distinction)
Certifications
Conditions Treated
Who is Dr. Rao right for?
Dr. Rao is a strong fit for adults managing chronic conditions such as diabetes, hypertension, or recurring headaches. Patients who value long-term continuity with a single physician benefit from her two decades of community practice. Those seeking enhanced access can apply for her concierge care membership with limited slots. Her preventive care focus also suits adults who want proactive management of their overall health.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Dr. Rao focuses on chronic disease management, diabetes, hypertension, headache management, and preventive care. She brings over two decades of internal medicine experience to each of these areas. Her clinical depth makes her well-suited for adults managing multiple ongoing health concerns.
Yes. The American Board of Internal Medicine has board-certified Dr. Rao in internal medicine. She earned her medical degree with the Gold Medal from Bangalore Medical College and Research Institute and completed her residency at Geisinger Medical Center in Pennsylvania.
Yes. Dr. Rao's peers have nominated her as a Washingtonian Top Doctor eight consecutive years as of 2025, first recognizing her in 2018. This peer-nominated distinction reflects her standing in the Northern Virginia medical community.
Yes. Dr. Rao offers a concierge care membership for patients who want enhanced access and care continuity. Slots are limited. Patients interested in joining her concierge panel can call 703-962-7552 for more information.
Dr. Rao earned her medical degree from Bangalore Medical College and Research Institute in Bengaluru, India. She completed her internship at the University of Tennessee Medical Center in Knoxville, where she earned the Best EKG Interpretation distinction. She then completed her internal medicine residency at Geisinger Medical Center in Danville, Pennsylvania.
Dr. Rao serves as Medical Director and President of Prima Medicine. She founded the practice more than 15 years ago and has practiced internal medicine in Fairfax for over two decades.
Yes. Preventive care is a core part of Dr. Rao's practice. She conducts annual physicals and focuses on early identification and management of chronic conditions including diabetes and hypertension.
Doctor profile last updated March 21, 2026