DR. Gopal S. Rao M.D

Why I Almost Fired My Doctor

Was I going to risk my longevity to avoid hurting my doctor’s feelings? I needed a physician I respected and trusted.

Can family doctors diagnose you with anxiety disorders?

I feel like my anxiety is out of control, especially this past six months. I was told by several adults to look into GAD. Unfortunately my family doctor is kind of snobby; when my sister couldn't stop throwing up he said it was normal and refused to believe us. I really don't know a good therapist/psychologist, and we don't really have the money for me to go to two doctors. I was wondering if family doctors can diagnose you with anxiety disorders and…

There was a time when doctors were doctors

There was a time when doctors were doctors, physicians, and surgeons. There was a time when we were not referred to as contractors, or providers.

10 Horrifying Things Doctors Don't Tell You

As a modern culture, we tend to put our faith wholeheartedly in doctors. They're the experts, and more often than not we take their advice without question

Things to NEVER Lie to Your Doctor About

How much you smoke, drink, eat, exercise and whether you use protection during sex or while out in the sun matters. Doctors weigh in on what matters most.

9 Health Rules That Doctors Never Break

Top doctors share the best health tips and health advice they themselves follow to prevent skin cancer and breast cancer, reduce back pain, prevent stress and more.

3 Things to Ask Your Internal Medicine Physician About Your Health

If you don’t know what an internal medicine physician does, find out. They’re a very valuable resource.

What Is Internal Medicine?

What is internal medicine? A doctor of internal medicine specializes in treating diseases and disorders of adults.

Family medicine or internal medicine doctor?

The worst thing about being an internal medicine intern

Getting a palliative care consult doesn’t mean giving up on our patient. It means making the patient’s quality of life a priority.

Unresolved Injury, Not Fibrosis, Contributes to Cisplatin-Induced CKD, Yale Study Finds >...

Yale School of Medicine researchers have found that the progression of acute kidney injury to chronic kidney disease (CKD) caused by use of the chemotherapy drug cisplatin is due to unresolved injury and sustained activation of regulated necrosis pathways rather than fibrosis. The new study is highlighted on the cover

Traveling With a Pet? Not Just for Daredevils Anymore

In the past few years, there’s been a cultural shift regarding our nation’s pets. Animals are now welcome in many establishments, including hotels, stores, and restaurants. This makes traveling with a pet more convenient and enticing. However, to mitigate stress and protect your pet, we recommend implementing certain safety measures along the way. Your Agenda …

Stephanie Halene, MD, PhD > Hematology

How will my information be used<br>When you express interest in a specific study, the information from your profile will be sent to the doctor conducting that study. If you're eligible to participate, you may be contacted by a nurse or study coordinator.<br>If you select a health category rather than a specific study, doctors who have active studies in that area may contact you to ask if you would like to participate.<br>In both cases, you will be contacted by the preferred…

Conflicts of Interest in the Annals of Internal Medicine Meat Studies

The same person paid by Big Sugar to downplay the risks of sugar was paid by Big Meat to downplay the risks of meat.

A Few of our Favorite Things (And a Few Holiday Pet Safety Reminders)

The holidays are brimming with questions about holiday pet safety, and we’re here to help you get your footing!

Put Off For Tomorrow? Not When It Comes To Pet Wellness

Just thinking of the word maintenance conjures up either a slew of unfinished projects, or regular items on the “to-do” list that you haven’t done yet – and aren’t looking forward to. In fact, our lives can be metered out by tedious chores, all in the name of maintaining the look, the lawn, or the …

Potbellied Pet? The Answer to Health is Never Pet Obesity

A primary cause of diabetes and high blood pressure, pet obesity is on the rise.

Noninvasive Treatments for Acute, Subacute, and Chronic Low Back Pain: A Clinical Practice...

This guideline from the ACP provides clinical recommendations about noninvasive pharmacologic and nonpharmacologic treatment of low back pain.

Pop Goes the World: When Your Pet Suffers from Noise Anxiety

If your dog trembles when a thunderstorm rolls through or if your cat hides for a day after the onset of a rowdy party, they may suffer from noise anxiety.

Why this physician chose internal medicine

Being an internist has always been a great privilege. Every time we help a patient, even in the smallest way, we do something worthwhile.