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Dr. Amita A. Risbud, MD is an endocrinologist in San Francisco, CA specializing in adult endocrinology. She graduated from UMDNJ-Robert Wood Johnson Medical School. Dr. Amita A. Risbud, MD is affiliated with Sutter Health.
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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. Amita A. Risbud, MD graduated from UMDNJ-Robert Wood Johnson Medical School. She completed residency at Kaiser Permanente San Francisco Medical Center. She is certified by the Board Certification: Internal Medicine and has a state license in California.
Medical School: UMDNJ-Robert Wood Johnson Medical School
Residency: Kaiser Permanente San Francisco Medical Center
Board Certification: Board Certification: Internal Medicine
Licensed In: California
Dr. Amita A. Risbud, MD appears to accept the following insurance providers: Private Healthcare Systems (PHCS), WellCare, Medicare Advantage, MultiPlan, Magellan Health Services, Anthem Blue Cross of California, Blue Shield of California, United Healthcare, Cigna, Alliance PPO, HealthSmart, Aetna: Aetna Signature Administrators (ASA), Aetna: Quality Point of Service (QPOS), Aetna: Aetna Student Health Program, Aetna: National Advantage Plan (NAP), Health Net - Currently in 2027 Contract Negotiations: SELECT three-tier POS and SELECT two-tier POS, Large and Small Group, Health Net - Currently in 2027 Contract Negotiations: Health Net HMO: Large Group (101+ employees) & Small Group (2-100 employees), Health Net - Currently in 2027 Contract Negotiations: ELECT Open Access POS, Large and Small Group, Health Net - Currently in 2027 Contract Negotiations: ELECT POS, Large and Small Group, TRICARE: Prime Remote, Aetna: Stanford University Faculty & Staff (SUFS) - Copay Plan - Open Access Aetna Select, Health Net - Currently in 2027 Contract Negotiations: Salud HMO Plus Large/Custom Group, TRICARE: Select (formerly TRICARE Standard and TRICARE Extra), TRICARE: Retired Reserve, Aetna: Aetna Choice POS II, Aetna: Traditional Choice, Aetna: HMO Deductible Plans, Aetna: Managed Choice POS, Aetna: Health Fund POS, Aetna: Open Access Elect Choice EPO, Aetna: Stanford University Faculty & Staff (SUFS) ACA High Deductible Health Plan POS II (ACA HDHP-POS II), Aetna: Aetna Select Open Access, Sutter Health Plan: Individual and Family Plan HMO, Provider Networks of America: PPO, Aetna: Health Fund HMO (aka HMO/HRA), TRICARE: Reserve Select, Health Net - Currently in 2027 Contract Negotiations: PPO for Small Business Health Options Program (SHOP)/Covered California, Aetna: Open Access Managed Choice POS, Health Net - Currently in 2027 Contract Negotiations: Health Net PPO, TRICARE: Extended Care Option (ECHO), Aetna: HMO, Sutter Health Plan: Large and Small Group HMO, TRICARE: Prime, Aetna: Open Choice PPO, Aetna: Aetna Select EPO, Aetna: Stanford University Faculty & Staff (SUFS) High Deductible Health Plan POS II (HDHP POS II) and TRICARE: Young Adult.
According to our sources, Dr. Amita A. Risbud, MD accepts the following insurance providers:
Dr. Amita A. Risbud, MD has an exceptional overall rating with an average of 4.9 out of 5 stars based on 42 ratings. We collect ratings and reviews of Dr. Amita A. Risbud, MD from all over the web to help you find the right in San Francisco, CA.
Dr. Amita Risbud is a medical specialist in adult endocrinology. Dr. Risbud's areas of expertise include cushing's syndrome, osteitis deformans (paget's disease of bone), and type 2 diabetes. She most likely takes Magellan Health Services, Anthem, and Blue California, as well as other insurance carriers. Before completing her residency at Kaiser Permanente San Francisco Medical Center, Dr. Risbud attended medical school at UMDNJ-Robert Wood Johnson Medical School. In addition to English, she speaks Marathi. She is affiliated with Sutter Health. Dr. Risbud's practice in San Francisco, CA is open to new patients as reported by Sutter Health.
