About
Dr. Sanila Rana is a board-certified internist with over two decades of primary care experience in Houston. She earned her undergraduate degree in Anthropology and Policy Studies from Rice University, graduating with honors in 1989. She then completed her Doctorate of Medicine at the University of Texas Health Science Center in San Antonio in 1993. Her internship and Internal Medicine residency both took place at Mount Sinai Medical Center in Miami Beach.
Early in her career, she worked as a physician at Willis Diagnostic Clinic and served as Inpatient Manager at both Central Houston IPA and St. Joseph's Hospital. In 1999, she co-founded Midtown Medical Group and served as its Managing Partner for twenty years before affiliating with MDVIP. During her residency, she contributed to research on exercise-induced bronchospasm and compiled data for a coronary artery bypass surgery outcomes analysis. Her clinical focus includes diabetes, hypertension, cardiovascular health, obesity, and women's health. She speaks English, Spanish, Urdu, and Hindi. Outside of medicine, she enjoys travel, yoga, running, skiing, and spending time with family and friends.
Education & Training
Undergraduate
Rice University, Houston, TX - BA Anthropology/Policy Studies (1989), Graduated with Honors
Medical School
University of Texas Health Science Center, San Antonio, TX - Doctorate of Medicine (1993)
Residency
Mount Sinai Medical Center, Miami Beach, FL - Internal Medicine (1994-1996)
Additional Training
Internship: Mount Sinai Medical Center, Miami Beach, FL (1993-1994)
Certifications
Languages
English, Spanish, Urdu, Hindi
Conditions Treated
Who is Dr. Rana right for?
Dr. Rana is a strong fit for adults seeking a primary care physician who takes a holistic view of health. Patients managing chronic conditions like diabetes, hypertension, or obesity benefit from her focused clinical approach. She also serves women looking for attentive, ongoing primary and preventive care. Spanish, Urdu, and Hindi speakers will find a physician who can communicate comfortably in their language.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Dr. Rana focuses on diabetes, hypertension, cardiovascular health, obesity, and women's health. She brings over two decades of internal medicine experience to the management of these conditions. Her preventive medicine training also shapes how she approaches early detection and long-term risk reduction.
Dr. Rana takes a holistic approach, addressing physical health, lifestyle, and emotional well-being together. She believes these elements are interconnected and should be considered as a whole. Every visit runs a minimum of 30 minutes so she can give each patient thorough attention.
Dr. Rana earned her medical degree from the University of Texas Health Science Center in San Antonio in 1993. She then completed her internship and Internal Medicine residency at Mount Sinai Medical Center in Miami Beach between 1993 and 1996.
Yes, Dr. Rana holds certification from the American Board of Internal Medicine. She earned the Diplomate designation, which reflects her training and expertise in internal medicine.
Dr. Rana speaks English, Spanish, Urdu, and Hindi. This allows her to communicate directly with a broad range of patients across Houston's diverse communities.
Yes, Dr. Rana has a deep clinical background that spans outpatient and inpatient settings. Early in her career, she served as Inpatient Manager at Central Houston IPA and St. Joseph's Hospital. She also co-founded and managed Midtown Medical Group for twenty years.
During her residency, Dr. Rana contributed to research on exercise-induced bronchospasm. She also compiled data for a coronary artery bypass surgery outcomes analysis. This early research experience informs her evidence-based approach to clinical care.
Dr. Rana coordinates with hospitalists at St. Luke's, Methodist, Memorial Hermann, HCA, and St. Joseph's. This network helps ensure continuity of care when her patients require inpatient treatment.
Doctor profile last updated March 21, 2026