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.
The reviews listed below were collected independently of Retina Associates of Cleveland through rater8. Each review represents an authentic and verified patient experience.
great doctor and staff. only problem i don't like is the long wait to be seen.
(6 days ago)
Jul-2026
Dr. Rao has always been so wonderful. He is very efficient but will take as much time as needed to answer any and all questions.
(1 week ago)
Jul-2026
Put my eye health in his hands and after many years have all the confidence in his ability to do what is best for my situation. Professional, informative, & talented. Thank you Dr Rao!
(1 week ago)
Jul-2026
He is the best
(1 week ago)
Jul-2026
The staff and Dr Rao are excellent! Couldn’t have had a better experience. I feel very comfortable and confident with Dr Rao.
(1 week ago)
Jul-2026
The doctor was very patient kind and answered all my questions in layman's terms.
(1 week ago)
Jul-2026
He is open about what is going on. He explains what is needed to be aware and understanding. Always says call me if you need anything that may be going on with my eyes. Great doctor.
(1 week ago)
Jul-2026
Wonderful ophthalmologist. Very knowledgeable, very polite, very helpful and very compassionate
(2 weeks ago)
Jun-2026
Always friendly and explains everything he is looking at.
(3 weeks ago)
Jun-2026
Very good
(3 weeks ago)
Jun-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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great doctor and staff. only problem i don't like is the long wait to be seen.
Dr. Rao has always been so wonderful. He is very efficient but will take as much time as needed to answer any and all questions.
Put my eye health in his hands and after many years have all the confidence in his ability to do what is best for my situation. Professional, informative, & talented. Thank you Dr Rao!
He is the best
The staff and Dr Rao are excellent! Couldn’t have had a better experience. I feel very comfortable and confident with Dr Rao.
The doctor was very patient kind and answered all my questions in layman's terms.
He is open about what is going on. He explains what is needed to be aware and understanding. Always says call me if you need anything that may be going on with my eyes. Great doctor.
Wonderful ophthalmologist. Very knowledgeable, very polite, very helpful and very compassionate
Always friendly and explains everything he is looking at.
Very good