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Dr. Rakesh Ramakrishnan earned bachelor's degrees in chemistry and economics, followed by a master's degree in business administration. He received a medical degree from Albany Medical College. Rakesh lives with his wife and children in Oakland County, Michigan.

Rakesh is a spine surgeon. He previously completed medical training in orthopedic and spine surgery.

Dr. Ramakrishnan is a board-certified, fellowship-trained spine surgeon with Michigan Orthopedic Specialists.

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Dr. Ramakrishnan's run for District 7 of the Michigan State Senate is his first run for office.

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Focuses on addressing rising daily expenses, specifically targeting the high cost of groceries and daily needs for families and seniors.

Supports building a stronger Michigan economy where everyone has the chance to secure their future.

- Focuses on addressing rising daily expenses, specifically targeting the high cost of groceries and daily needs for families and seniors.
- Supports building a stronger Michigan economy where everyone has the chance to secure their future.

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As of May 1, 2026, Rakesh Ramakrishnan’s website did not contain information on this issue.

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Pledges to protect access to quality, affordable healthcare, emphasizing that "healthcare shouldn't bankrupt you" and is essential for a productive society.

- Pledges to protect access to quality, affordable healthcare, emphasizing that "healthcare shouldn't bankrupt you" and is essential for a productive society.

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Supports proper funding for teachers, safe local schools, and making college affordable to avoid lifelong debt.

- Supports proper funding for teachers, safe local schools, and making college affordable to avoid lifelong debt.

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Wants to prioritize improving access to healthcare.

Dr. Rakesh Ramakrishnan is a resident of Michigan, currently residing in the Oakland County area with his wife and children. He earned a Bachelor of Science in Chemistry and a Bachelor of Arts in Economics, followed by an MBA. He received his medical degree (MD) from Albany Medical College in 2008, 

Dr. Ramakrishnan's run for the Michigan State Senator, District 7, is his first run for office.

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