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Dr. Vibha Singhal, MD, MBBS, MPH is a pediatrician in Los Angeles, CA specializing in general pediatrics and pediatric endocrinology. She graduated from All India Institute of Medical Sciences in 2004 and has 22 years of experience. Dr. Vibha Singhal, MD, MBBS, MPH is affiliated with UCLA Health, Ronald Reagan UCLA Medical Center and UCLA Santa Monica Medical Center.
UCLA Santa Monica Medical Center
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. Vibha Singhal, MD, MBBS, MPH graduated from All India Institute of Medical Sciences in 2004. She completed residency at Mayo Clinic. She is certified by the Pediatric Endocrinology, American Board of Pediatrics and has a state license in Massachusetts.
Medical School: All India Institute of Medical Sciences (2004)
Residency: Mayo Clinic (2008)
Board Certification: Pediatric Endocrinology, American Board of Pediatrics (2015)
Licensed In: Massachusetts
Dr. Vibha Singhal, MD, MBBS, MPH is associated with these hospitals and organizations:
Dr. Vibha Singhal, MD, MBBS, MPH appears to accept the following insurance providers: Cigna, Private Healthcare Systems (PHCS), TRICARE, Aetna, Blue Shield of California, MultiPlan, Anthem, UnitedHealthcare, Medicare Advantage, Prime Health, First Health, HealthSmart, Centivo, Health Net of California and UFCM Health System.
According to our sources, Dr. Vibha Singhal, MD, MBBS, MPH accepts the following insurance providers:
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These charts describe general payments received by Dr. Vibha Singhal, MD, MBBS, MPH. Doctors may receive payments for a number of reasons, including meal compensation, travel compensation, and consulting.
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Dr. Vibha Singhal, MD, MBBS, MPH has received 14 research payments totaling $30,273.
Dr. Vibha Singhal's specialties are pediatric endocrinology and general pediatrics. Dr. Singhal's areas of expertise include the following: hyperglycemia (high blood sugar), diabetes, and polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS). She is professionally affiliated with Ronald Reagan UCLA Medical Center. She can accept Anthem, UnitedHealthcare, and Blue California, as well as other insurance carriers. According to UCLA Health, Dr. Singhal is currently accepting new patients at her office in Los Angeles, CA. She graduated from All India Institute of Medical Sciences. For her professional training, Dr. Singhal completed a residency program at Mayo Clinic. Her distinctions include: Children Discovery Institute Pilot Award, University of California, Los Angeles; Eleanor and Miles Shore Faculty Development Awards Program; and Anne Klibanski Visiting Scholar Award.
