Dr. Llewelyn J. Rao, M.D. received his BA degree and MD degree with distinction in research from St. Louis University in Missouri. His ophthalmology residency was at University Hospitals Case Medical Center in Cleveland, and his vitreoretinal fellowship was at the New York Eye and Ear Infirmary in New York City. He is an Assistant Professor in the UH Case Medical Center Ophthalmology residency program at the Louis Stokes Cleveland VA Medical Center.
Dr. Llewelyn J. Rao, M.D. received his BA degree and MD degree with distinction in research from St. Louis University in Missouri. His ophthalmology residency was at University Hospitals Case Medical Center in Cleveland, and his vitreoretinal fellowship was at the New York Eye and Ear Infirmary in New York City. He is an Assistant Professor in the UH Case Medical Center Ophthalmology residency program at the Louis Stokes Cleveland VA Medical Center.
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On Time and easy to understand.
(3 days ago)
Feb-2026
Excellent care.
(5 days ago)
Feb-2026
Always kind, punctual, professional, and compassionate.
(1 week ago)
Feb-2026
Fantastic Dr that performs great work and cares about his patients
(1 week ago)
Feb-2026
Great communicator
(2 weeks ago)
Feb-2026
Great doc. Could not recommend him higher
(3 weeks ago)
Jan-2026
Very personable and communicable doctor. Explained everything very thoroughly and gave me all my options.
he’s a great doctor.
(3 weeks ago)
Jan-2026
Excellent doctor with great communication skills.
(3 weeks ago)
Jan-2026
Dr. Rao is wonderful. Explains every detail and procedure clearly. Addresses questions and concerns patiently. Highly recommend him.
(1 month ago)
Jan-2026
Very knowledgeable.made me feel comfortable and confident in my procedure
(1 month ago)
Jan-2026
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Middleburg Heights Office
15299 Bagley Road Suite 200 Middleburg Heights, OH 44130
Dr. Llewelyn J. Rao, M.D. received his BA degree and MD degree with distinction in research from St. Louis University in Missouri. His ophthalmology residency was at University Hospitals Case Medical Center in Cleveland, and his vitreoretinal fellowship was at the New York Eye and Ear Infirmary in New York City. He is an Assistant Professor in the UH Case Medical Center Ophthalmology residency program at the Louis Stokes Cleveland VA Medical Center and has been recognized for his unrelenting commitment to resident education. Dr. Rao has earned the honor of being named as one of the Best Doctors in America every year since 2015, after being nominated by his peers as one of the top ophthalmologists in the nation. He has also been named as a Top Doctor from Castle Connolly and a Vitals Patients' Choice award winner.
Dr. Rao's principal areas of interest include macular surgery, retinal detachment surgery, age-related macular degeneration, diabetic retinopathy, and retinal lasers. In addition to his clinical and academic work, he is an active investigator in national research studies.
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On Time and easy to understand.
Excellent care.
Always kind, punctual, professional, and compassionate.
Fantastic Dr that performs great work and cares about his patients
Great communicator
Great doc. Could not recommend him higher
Very personable and communicable doctor. Explained everything very thoroughly and gave me all my options. he’s a great doctor.
Excellent doctor with great communication skills.
Dr. Rao is wonderful. Explains every detail and procedure clearly. Addresses questions and concerns patiently. Highly recommend him.
Very knowledgeable.made me feel comfortable and confident in my procedure