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Dr. Andrea E. Dunaif, MD is an endocrinologist in New York, NY specializing in adult endocrinology. She graduated from Columbia University, College of Physicians and Surgeons. Dr. Andrea E. Dunaif, MD is affiliated with Mount Sinai Health System and Mount Sinai Beth Israel Mount Sinai Morningside Mount Sinai Brooklyn Mount Sinai Queens The Mount Sinai Hospital New York Eye and Ear Infirmary of Mount Sinai Mount Sinai West.
Mount Sinai Beth Israel Mount Sinai Morningside Mount Sinai Brooklyn Mount Sinai Queens The Mount Sinai Hospital New York Eye and Ear Infirmary of Mount Sinai Mount Sinai West
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. Andrea E. Dunaif, MD graduated from Columbia University, College of Physicians and Surgeons. She completed residency at Weill Cornell Medical College Affiliated Hospitals. She is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine and has a state license in New York.
Medical School: Columbia University, College of Physicians and Surgeons
Residency: Weill Cornell Medical College Affiliated Hospitals
Board Certification: American Board of Internal Medicine
Licensed In: New York
Dr. Andrea E. Dunaif, MD is associated with these hospitals and organizations:
Dr. Andrea E. Dunaif, MD appears to accept the following insurance providers: Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield, MagnaCare, Elderplan, EmblemHealth, WellCare, Oscar, Fidelis Care, Healthfirst Medicaid, United Healthcare, Medicaid, Empire BlueCross BlueShield, Cigna, 1199SEIU, Healthfirst Medicare, MetroPlus Health, Private Healthcare Systems (PHCS), Group Health Incorporated (GHI), Centivo, Medicare - NY, AETNA - Medicare, Senior Whole Health, Oxford - Freedom and Liberty, Medicare - NJ, AETNA - Commercial, VNSNY Choice Medicare and Partners Health Plan.
According to our sources, Dr. Andrea E. Dunaif, MD accepts the following insurance providers:
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These charts describe general payments received by Dr. Andrea E. Dunaif, MD. Doctors may receive payments for a number of reasons, including meal compensation, travel compensation, and consulting.
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$10,058
BYDUREON $9,566 |
BYDUREON PEN $111 |
$381 |
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$8,488
MYALEPT $3,326 |
$5,162 |
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$7,686
$7,686 |
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$1,360
Norditropin $1,360 |
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$383
$383 |
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$335
Victoza $118 |
Saxenda $64 |
MYALEPT $28 |
$125 |
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| $4,681 | |
| $1,582 | |
| $9 |
Dr. Andrea E. Dunaif, MD has received 2 research payments totaling $8,836.
Dr. Andrea Dunaif's specialty is adult endocrinology. Dr. Dunaif has a special interest in diabetes, polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS), and bone diseases. She can accept Medicaid Managed Care, Blue California, and Fidelis Care, as well as other insurance carriers. She attended medical school at Columbia University, College of Physicians and Surgeons. Dr. Dunaif trained at New York-Presbyterian Hospital for her residency. She is professionally affiliated with Mount Sinai Health System. According to Mount Sinai Health System, she is currently accepting new patients at her office in New York, NY.
