Hi, I'm Dr. Arun Rao

I get to use my skills to profoundly improve lives daily. Seeing patients reclaim their health and vitality brings tremendous joy. My goal is to enhance long-term bariatric success by addressing the physical, but also often neglected mental health needs too! I’m committed to equipping patients with the physical, emotional and lifestyle tools to make their transformations sustainable.

This is My Story.

Called to Heal

Inspired to Care

I grew up in a family of healers, with my mother and sister both physicians. Seeing their ability to improve lives through medicine inspired me to follow the same path. In college, I dove deep into science with majors in biology and chemistry. But I also nourished my mind with philosophy classes that taught me the value of intellectual challenge for cognitive health.

After college, I took time to explore life on my own terms, against my parents’ wishes. Working in restaurants, I gained real-world experience. It gave me perspective on the struggles many patients face to simply get by. But I always felt called back to medicine. So I returned to rigorous science classes at Harvard, determined to overcome past academic issues. My path contained twists and turns, but each one shaped me.

And, my true calling and passion awaited me.

Finding Purpose in Patients

Discovering My Bariatric Calling

During my surgical fellowship, I was exposed to bariatric surgery and witnessed profound transformations firsthand. I saw the incredible physical and emotional impact. From that point forward, I knew I had found my purpose. Caring for bariatric patients aligned with my innate drive to heal bodies, minds and lives. I realized I could combine my passion for surgery with providing desperately needed understanding.

Like many patients, I’ve faced my own struggles with weight and learning issues. In my 20s, while working long restaurant hours, I constantly battled weight and stress. To this day, maintaining health requires diligence. My personal experience allows me to empathize and connect on a deeper level.

I understand the constant frustration when diets fail.

I aim to provide the support I wish I had.

Get in touch with us!

Ignite your journey to a vibrant, healthier life with a Discovery Call at SahaVida Institute. This is your opportunity to explore how our personalized wellness paths can transform your health and well-being. Don’t wait to take the first step towards redefining your health—contact us today.

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