Sheila Rao, MD

Biographical Statement

Sheila Rao, MD, is a board-certified pediatrician providing primary care for infants, children and adolescents. She earned her medical degree from Mahatma Gandhi Memorial Medical College in 1997 and completed her pediatrics residency at Ascension St. John Hospital in 2004.

Dr. Rao provides care through Henry Ford Cornerstone Pediatrics at locations in Clinton Township, St. Clair Shores and Macomb Township. Her practice includes preventive pediatric care, routine checkups, immunizations, growth and development monitoring and evaluation of common childhood illnesses. She has hospital privileges at Henry Ford St. John Hospital and speaks English and Hindi.

Dr. Rao specializes in general pediatrics, well-child care, growth and development monitoring, preventive pediatric care, immunizations, and common childhood illnesses.

Conditions commonly treated include: General pediatrics, well-child care, growth and development monitoring, preventive pediatric care, immunizations, and common childhood illnesses.

Common reasons that patient schedule include: Newborn and infant care, well-child visits, school and sports physicals, vaccinations, Fever, cough and common illnesses, and growth, development or behavior concerns.

Care Philosophy

Dr. Sheila Rao, MD believes in building lasting relationships with patients through compassionate, personalized care, clear communication, and shared decision-making. Dr. Sheila Rao takes the time to understand each patient's goals and develops individualized treatment plans that prioritize the most appropriate, evidence-based care.