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Dr. Maren Shapiro, MD is a general practitioner in San Francisco, CA specializing in general practice and reproductive endocrinology and infertility. She graduated from University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine in 2016 and has 9 years of experience. Dr. Maren Shapiro, MD is affiliated with UCSF Health, Hill Physicians and Center for Reproductive Health at Mission Bay.
499 Illinois Street Sixth Floor
San Francisco, CA 94158
499 Illinois Street
San Francisco, CA
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 in 2016. She completed residency at Harvard Medical School Affiliated Hospitals. She has a state license in California.
Medical School: University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine (2016)
Residency: Harvard Medical School Affiliated Hospitals (2020)
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, Blue Shield, Aetna, Anthem, UnitedHealthcare, Health Net, Chinese Community Health Plan, Brand New Day 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 4.94 out of 5 stars based on 10 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 physician who specializes in general practice and reproductive endocrinology and infertility. Dr. Shapiro has indicated that her clinical interests include female infertility and polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS). She is affiliated with UCSF Health and Hill Physicians. Her education and training includes medical school at the University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine and residency at a hospital affiliated with Harvard Medical School. She is rated highly by her patients. Dr. Shapiro most likely takes Blue Shield, Anthem, and Health Net, as well as other insurance carriers. Her practice in San Francisco, CA is open to new patients as reported by Hill Physicians.
