Dr. Ravindra Rao
Director
Three principles have guided Dr. Ravindra Rao throughout his life: trust, loyalty and hard work. Trust in himself and others, loyalty to those who have helped him, and working hard, without focusing on any potential rewards received from his labors – these are the standards lived by that have made Dr. Rao a leader in the field of pediatric medicine, as well as a dedicated and loving husband and father.
Dr. Rao, a Board Certified Pediatrician, is the Head of the Division of General Pediatrics at Loma Linda University Medical Center (LLUMC), a leading-edge, world-renowned facility, which specializes in providing Whole Person Care to more than a half million patients annually. As a key member of a multi-disciplinary leadership team, Dr. Rao has been instrumental in setting standards of patient care which culminated in LLUMC being named one of America’s Best Hospitals in 2008 by U.S. News Media Group. LLUMC boasts several of the largest clinical programs in the United States in areas such as neonatal care and outpatient surgery.
With more than 30 years of experience in General Pediatrics under his wing, Dr. Rao has continually strived to expand his knowledge and ability to be of service. Involved in the evaluation and care of children with disabilities since the beginning of his career, he has spearheaded various service organizations and has launched innovative, new programs aimed at improving care for the disabled. He was a pioneer in the field of in-home health care for the disabled. He was the first and has remained the only Pediatrician to care for the children of SCCH and MSSKH since the organization’s inception.
In addition to his responsibilities as Head of the Division of General Pediatrics at LLUMC, Dr. Rao holds the position of Medical Director for the Spina Bifida Program and Team Clinic at LLUMC. He is an active member of The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP), The American Academy of Cerebral Palsy & Developmental Medicine (AACPDM), and the Spina Bifida Association of America and California, and other national and international professional organizations. He has also provided leadership as a Board Member for many organizations, including the Board of Trustees, Inland Counties Regional Center, Inc. and the Board of Directors at Loma Linda University Health Care, Department of Pediatrics.
Dr. Rao was recently honored with the Loma Linda University Annual Good Samaritan Whole Person Care Award, a distinction voted upon by his peers. He received the Global Service Award in 2007 for exceptional service.
“I always try to be positive, to encourage others and to give hope,” says Dr. Rao. “I will bring this vision, this hope, to the Mountain Shadows Board of Directors.”
Deeply committed to family, Dr. Rao has been married to his wife, Gayathri, for more than 30 years. They have two children, Rekah and Rajiv.
We welcome Dr. Ravindra Rao to the Mountain Shadows Board of Directors and will work hard along side him to advance our shared vision of hope for the future of our residents.