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Dr. Lauren A. Bishop, MD is an infertility specialist in New York, NY specializing in reproductive endocrinology and infertility and general practice. She graduated from Ross University School of Medicine. Dr. Lauren A. Bishop, MD is affiliated with NewYork-Presbyterian, ColumbiaDoctors and ColumbiaDoctors - Columbus Circle.
Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS)
Polycystic ovarian syndrome is a common endocrine disorder that causes symptoms such as acne, facial hair, and weight gain. It is often diagnosed when patients experience problems getting pregnant, because PCOS can interfere with ovulation. There is no cure for PCOS, but there are effective treatments that can lessen the severity of the symptoms.
Despite the name, not everyone with polycystic ovarian syndrome develops cysts on their ovaries. It is also possible to have ovarian cysts without having PCOS. The symptoms of polycystic ovarian syndrome are actually related to insulin resistance, a condition where the insulin made by the body is not effectively recognized by the cells. This causes the pancreas to release higher levels of insulin in order to keep blood sugar levels stable, and the excess insulin interferes with hormone production in the pituitary and ovaries, causing the PCOS symptoms.
The symptoms of PCOS include:
PCOS is a syndrome, which means that if patients have PCOS, they might not have each and every symptom. Even a few of them might be enough to have physicians check for polycystic ovarian syndrome. A doctor might perform an exam and order blood tests to measure hormone levels.
Treatment for PCOS may include:
Polycystic ovarian syndrome is one of the most common endocrine disorders affecting women. Left untreated, it can increase the risk of diabetes, heart disease, and certain cancers. Fortunately there are many good treatment options available.
Dr. Lauren A. Bishop, MD graduated from Ross University School of Medicine. She completed residency at Georgetown University Hospital. She is certified by the Obstetrics and Gynecology and has a state license in New York.
Medical School: Ross University School of Medicine
Residency: Georgetown University Hospital
Board Certification: Obstetrics and Gynecology
Licensed In: New York
Dr. Lauren A. Bishop, MD is associated with these hospitals and organizations:
Dr. Lauren A. Bishop, MD appears to accept the following insurance providers: Emblem/GHI, Emblem/Hip, Multiplan, AETNA, UnitedHealthcare, Magnacare (National), CIGNA, Local 1199, Empire Blue Cross/Blue Shield, WINFertility, World Trade Center Health Plan, Progyny, GHI PPO, CIGNA PPO, CIGNA POS, Blue Shield PPO, Aetna Signature Administrators, CIGNA HMO, CIGNA EPO, Blue Shield HMO, Blue Shield EPO, United Healthcare POS, United Healthcare HMO, Aetna POS, HIP EPO, United Healthcare, Great-West Healthcare, Oxford HMO, Empire BlueCross BlueShield HMO, HIP PPO, HIP POS, HIP HMO, Aetna EPO, Empire BlueCross BlueShield PPO, Aetna PPO, Aetna HMO, World Trade Center Health Plan - World Trade Center Health Plan, AETNA - Medicare Managed Care, AETNA - NY Signature, Empire Blue Cross - EPO, Progyny - Fertility Benefit Plan, AETNA - Student Health and WINFertility - Fertility Benefit Plan.
According to our sources, Dr. Lauren A. Bishop, MD accepts the following insurance providers:
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These charts describe general payments received by Dr. Lauren A. Bishop, MD. Doctors may receive payments for a number of reasons, including meal compensation, travel compensation, and consulting.
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$326
MENOPUR $326 |
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TruClear $97 |
GYN $94 |
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COLLAGENASE SANTYL $56 |
DALVANCE $24 |
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Dr. Lauren Bishop specializes in general practice and reproductive endocrinology and infertility and practices in New York, NY. She attended Ross University School of Medicine and subsequently trained at Georgetown University Hospital for residency. Dr. Bishop's areas of expertise consist of male infertility, female infertility, and polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS). She takes UnitedHealthcare, Blue California, and Empire BlueCross BlueShield, in addition to other insurance carriers. She is professionally affiliated with ColumbiaDoctors. Dr. Bishop welcomes new patients at her office inNew York, NY as reported by Yext.
