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Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Lauren Frances Damle, MD.
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Dr. Lauren Frances Damle, MD is a pediatric gynecologist in Washington, DC specializing in pediatric gynecology. She graduated from University of Tennessee Health Science Center College of Medicine in 2006 and has 19 years of experience. Dr. Lauren Frances Damle, MD is affiliated with MedStar Washington Hospital Center, MedStar Health, MedStar Southern Maryland Hospital Center, WHC PHYSICIAN GROUP LLC and MedStar St Mary's Hospital.
106 Irving Street, NW Physicians Office Building South Tower Suite 405
Washington, DC 20010
5454 Wisconsin Avenue Suite 1100
Chevy Chase, MD 20815
Cesarean Section (C-Section)
A Cesarean section (more often known as "C-Section") is a surgery performed during labor and delivery. A C-Section is a procedure that delivers a baby through an incision in the lower abdomen and uterus. In the United States, about a third of all births are performed by Cesarean section. Most often, a C-section is done by an obstetrician/gynecologist (OB-GYN), or in certain regions, a general surgeon or family physician.
C-section incisions can be up-and-down (vertical), from belly button to lower abdomen or side-to-side (horizontal), across the lower abdomen. Side-to-side incisions are more frequently used. After the exterior incisions are made, the doctor then cuts into the uterus and amniotic sac and delivers the infant and cuts the baby's umbilical cord. The mother receives medicine to expel the placenta and the doctor helps to safely remove it. Finally, the doctor uses sutures to seal the uterus and tissue incisions. The initial C-section skin incision is also closed with sutures or staples.
C-sections are typically performed with regional anesthesia, which inhibits pain in the lower half of the body, but allows mothers to be awake. However, some mothers may receive general anesthesia, where they are put to sleep during the surgical procedure.
C-sections may be planned or unplanned, depending on the circumstances of the birth.
Pre-existing conditions like heart disease, high blood pressure, herpes, and HIV may prompt a doctor to prescribe a C-section. Other situations for C-section include:
Other mothers may require a C-section due to complications arising during delivery. These unplanned, emergency C-sections allow for a healthy birth even when complex complications are present. Problems during labor which may necessitate a C-section include:
Mothers should expect about a six-week recovery period following a C-section, including an initial hospital stay of two to three days. While in the hospital, mothers may spend time with their baby and begin breastfeeding. After returning home, mothers should limit strenuous activities such as lifting, reaching, and exercise, and should make sure to get plenty of rest.
Endometrial Ablation
Endometrial ablation is a procedure that destroys and removes a thin layer of the uterine lining. It is usually performed to treat heavy menstrual bleeding, especially if bleeding cannot be controlled by medications. After an endometrial ablation, periods often stop completely. If they do not, they are much lighter and easier to manage.
There are many different ways that the uterine lining can be removed, including radiofrequency, heat, microwaves, and cold. Ablations are usually performed with local anesthetic by an OB/GYN. A probe is inserted into the uterus through the vagina, and the end of the probe is expanded or moved around to access the uterine lining. Cramping and discharge afterwards are normal, but the procedure is not particularly painful.
Endometrial ablation is not for everyone. It shouldn't be done by women who have reached menopause, or women with uterine cancer or uterine infections. It is important to remember that an endometrial ablation does not remove the uterus or ovaries, so regular pelvic exams are still important after this procedure. Women who are considering endometrial ablation should also be done having children. Pregnancy is possible after an endometrial ablation, though not likely. If pregnancy does occur, an ablation increases the risks of miscarriage and other problems, so reliable birth control must be used after endometrial ablation all the way through menopause.
Hysteroscopy
A hysteroscopy is a diagnostic procedure performed to examine the inside of the uterus. A thin tube with a camera and light at the end, called a hysteroscope, is inserted through the vagina. It allows the physician to view the cervix and uterine walls. Sometimes, gas or liquid is used to expand the uterus and allow a better view. If necessary, tiny instruments can also be passed through the tube and used for certain procedures, such as taking a biopsy or removing a polyp.
Hysteroscopy is often done to figure out the cause of abnormal menstrual bleeding. However, it can also be used to:
If surgery is necessary, hysteroscopy is often used along with laparoscopy, a kind of surgery performed through small incisions in the abdomen. Tiny tools are passed through the incisions, and the hysteroscope guides the doctors while surgery is performed.
Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Lauren Frances Damle, MD for Medicare patients.
The highest averages for the top procedures that Dr. Lauren Frances Damle, MD treated as a pediatric gynecologist in Washington, DC were breast exam, gynecologic procedures, preventive care and cytology.
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Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Lauren Frances Damle, MD.
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The highest averages of the most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Lauren Frances Damle, MD treated were hypertension, high cholesterol, diabetes and chronic kidney disease.
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Dr. Lauren Frances Damle, MD graduated from University of Tennessee Health Science Center College of Medicine in 2006. She completed residency at Washington Hospital Center. She is certified by the American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Obstetrics and Gynecology and has a state license in District of Columbia.
Medical School: University of Tennessee Health Science Center College of Medicine (2006)
Residency: Washington Hospital Center (2010)
Board Certification: American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Obstetrics and Gynecology
Licensed In: District of Columbia
Dr. Lauren Frances Damle, MD is associated with these hospitals and organizations:
Dr. Lauren Frances Damle, MD appears to accept the following insurance providers: CIGNA Choice Fund PPO, MAMSI, First Health PPO, Blue Choice, Golden Rule, Great-West Healthcare, TRICARE, Community Care Network (CCN), Coventry, TRICARE Reserve Select, Aetna Managed Choice POS, Aetna HMO, Kaiser Select, Kaiser Permanente, CIGNA EPO, Aetna Medicare PPO, CIGNA Indemnity, AmeriHealth, AARP, Medicare Advantage, Coventry National Network PPO, Amerigroup, United Healthcare, Medicaid, Humana, Cigna, Virginia Premier Health Plan, WellPoint, Aetna, CIGNA Network Open Access, Private Healthcare Systems (PHCS), HealthyBlue PPO, MedStar Family Choice - Maryland Health Choice, CareFirst NASCO, CareFirst Maryland Indemnity or PPO, Traditional Medicare Fee for Service, United Optimum Choice Preferred (POS) & OCI Direct (HMO), Innovation Health: Open POS Plus, MedStar Family Choice DC Healthy Families, Carefirst EPO, Innovation Health: HMO & EPO Plus, United Community Plan - Maryland Health Choice Program, CareFirst Administrators, United Student Resources, United Select HMO - EPO/NPP, United MD IPA Preferred (POS), United Options (PPO) (includes Empire PPO), Uniformed Services Family Health Plan (USFHP), Innovation Health: Network Only Plus, United MD IPA (HMO), United Choice Plus, CareFirst Blue Card Program (Out-of-area BCBS plans), Innovation Health: PPO, HumanaChoice Honor's plan PPO, MedStar Family Choice DC Healthcare Alliance, United Choice, United Optimum Choice, Federal Employee Program (Std/Basic PPO/Blue Focus), Innovation Health: POS, Maryland Point of Service Plan (MPOS), Innovation Health: Open Network Only Plus, United Select Plus (POS), CareFirst BC/BS Advantage Core/Enhanced, United Erickson Advantage Plans, Priority Partners - Maryland Health Choice, Carefirst Healthy Blue (HMO/POS), Health Services for Children with Special Needs (HSCSN), D-SNP), I-SNP, CareFirst MedStar PPO, CareFirst (NCA) Indemnity, United Core Essential (HMO), Innovation Health: POS Plus, HumanaChoice PPO, United Nursing Home Plan (C-SNP, Innovation Health: Open POS II, Innovation Health: Indemnity, United GEHA (for all other states) Compass Rose, Veterans Affairs Community Care Network, United Navigate, Carefirst Blue Preferred PPO, Police and Fire Clinic and CareFirst MedStar Select PPO.
According to our sources, Dr. Lauren Frances Damle, MD accepts the following insurance providers:
Dr. Lauren Frances Damle, MD has an exceptional overall rating with an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars based on 589 ratings. We collect ratings and reviews of Dr. Lauren Frances Damle, MD from all over the web to help you find the right in Washington, DC.
These charts describe general payments received by Dr. Lauren Frances Damle, MD. Doctors may receive payments for a number of reasons, including meal compensation, travel compensation, and consulting.
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Dr. Lauren Damle's specialty is pediatric gynecology. Clinical interests for Dr. Damle include colposcopy, adolescent gynecology, and dysfunctional uterine bleeding. She is professionally affiliated with MedStar Southern Maryland Hospital Center and MedStar Washington Hospital Center. She graduated from the University of Tennessee Health Science Center College of Medicine. For her professional training, Dr. Damle completed a residency program at Washington Hospital Center. Patient reviews placed her at an average of 5.0 stars (out of 5). She seems to honor Amerigroup, Blue California, and Coventry, as well as other insurance carriers. Doctor.com reports that she is accepting new patients at her office in Chevy Chase, MD.