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Dr. Lindsay Lauren Kroener, MD is an infertility specialist in Santa Monica, CA specializing in reproductive endocrinology and infertility. She graduated from University of Southern California (USC), Keck School of Medicine in 2009 and has 16 years of experience. Dr. Lindsay Lauren Kroener, MD is affiliated with Ronald Reagan UCLA Medical Center, UCLA Health and UCLA Santa Monica Medical Center.
1245 16th Street Suite 202, Santa Monica Obgyn Specialty Suite
Santa Monica, CA 90404
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200 Ucla Medical Plaza Suite 220
Los Angeles, CA 90095
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. Lindsay Lauren Kroener, MD graduated from University of Southern California (USC), Keck School of Medicine in 2009. She completed residency at University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) Affiliated Hospitals. She is certified by the Obstetrics and Gynecology, American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology and has a state license in California.
Medical School: University of Southern California (USC), Keck School of Medicine (2009)
Residency: University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) Affiliated Hospitals (2013)
Board Certification: Obstetrics and Gynecology, American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology (2014)
Licensed In: California
Dr. Lindsay Lauren Kroener, MD is associated with these hospitals and organizations:
Dr. Lindsay Lauren Kroener, MD appears to accept the following insurance providers: Private Healthcare Systems (PHCS), Cigna, TRICARE, Aetna, Blue Shield of California, MultiPlan, UnitedHealthcare, Anthem, Medicare Advantage, Prime Health, First Health, HealthSmart, Centivo, Health Net of California, UFCM Health System and L.A. Care.
According to our sources, Dr. Lindsay Lauren Kroener, MD accepts the following insurance providers:
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These charts describe general payments received by Dr. Lindsay Lauren Kroener, MD. Doctors may receive payments for a number of reasons, including meal compensation, travel compensation, and consulting.
Ferring Pharmaceuticals Inc. |
$2,101
MENOPUR $107 |
$1,994 |
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EMD Serono, Inc. |
$80
$80 |
Travel and Lodging | $1,547 |
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Food and Beverage | $634 |
Dr. Lindsay Kroener is a medical specialist in reproductive endocrinology and infertility. Dr. Kroener's clinical interests encompass polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) and infertility. She seems to be an in-network provider for Anthem, UnitedHealthcare, and Blue California, as well as other insurance carriers. She attended the University of Southern California (USC), Keck School of Medicine and then went on to complete her residency at a hospital affiliated with the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA). Dr. Kroener has received distinctions including Top Doctors, Los Angeles Magazine; Super Doctors Southern California; and Super doctors, Southern California. She is affiliated with Ronald Reagan UCLA Medical Center. She has an open panel in Santa Monica, CA according to UCLA Health.