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Dr. Maren Shapiro, MD is a physician provider in San Francisco, CA specializing in physician and reproductive endocrinology and infertility. She graduated from University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine. Dr. Maren Shapiro, MD is affiliated with UCSF Health, Hill Physicians and Center for Reproductive Health at Mission Bay.
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. Maren Shapiro, MD graduated from University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine. She completed residency at Brigham and Women's Hospital. She is certified by the Board certification: Reproductive Endo/Infertility, American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology and has a state license in California.
Medical School: University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine
Residency: Brigham and Women's Hospital
Board Certification: Board certification: Reproductive Endo/Infertility, American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology
Licensed In: California
Dr. Maren Shapiro, MD is associated with these hospitals and organizations:
Dr. Maren Shapiro, MD appears to accept the following insurance providers: Cigna, Aetna, Blue Shield of California, Anthem, SCAN Health Plan, UnitedHealthcare, Health Net, Hill Physicians Care Solutions, Central Health Plan, CCHP Health Plan (Chinese Community Health Plan) and Canopy Health.
According to our sources, Dr. Maren Shapiro, MD accepts the following insurance providers:
Dr. Maren Shapiro, MD has an exceptional overall rating with an average of 4.83 out of 5 stars based on 111 ratings. We collect ratings and reviews of Dr. Maren Shapiro, MD from all over the web to help you find the right in San Francisco, CA.
These charts describe general payments received by Dr. Maren Shapiro, MD. Doctors may receive payments for a number of reasons, including meal compensation, travel compensation, and consulting.
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Dr. Maren Shapiro is a medical specialist in reproductive endocrinology and infertility and physician. She attended the University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine and then went on to complete her residency at Brigham and Women's Hospital. Areas of expertise for Dr. Shapiro include polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) and infertility. She has a 5.0 out of 5 star average patient rating. Dr. Shapiro seems to be an in-network provider for Blue Shield, Health Net, and Anthem, as well as other insurance carriers. Her hospital/clinic affiliations include UCSF Health and Hill Physicians. She has an open panel in SAN FRANCISCO, CA according to Hill Physicians.
