Ellen Marie Whitaker, MD| Obstetrics And Gynecology | MedStar Health
Clinical areas of focus
- Abnormal Pap Smear
- Colposcopy
- Endometriosis
- Fibroids
- Heavy Menstrual Bleeding
- Minimally Invasive Gynecologic Surgery
- Overflow Incontinence Of Urine
- Pelvic Pain
- Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
- Prenatal Care
Conditions and procedures
Conditions I treat
- Abdominal Dermoid Cyst
- Abnormal Pap Smear
- Abnormalities Of The Uterus
- Adenocarcinoma In Situ Of The Cervix
- Adnexal Mass
- Adolescent Gynecology
- Advanced Maternal Age
- Amenorrhea
- Anemia Of Pregnancy
- Anovulation
- Anovulatory Bleeding
- Arcuate Uterus
- Asymptomatic Bacteriuria
- Atrophic Vaginitis
- Atypical Glandular Cells Of Undetermined Significance
- Atypical Squamous Cells Of Undetermined Significance On Pap Smear
- Bacterial Vaginosis
- Bartholin Gland Cyst
- Benign Breast Lump
- Bicornuate Uterus
- Bladder Prolapse
- Bleeding During Intercourse
- Bleeding During Pregnancy
- Breast Cancer During Pregnancy
- Breast Lump
- Breastfeeding Problems
- Cancer Related Sexual Concerns
- Cervical Cancer
- Cervical Dysplasia
- Cervical Funneling
- Cervical Incompetence
- Cervical Insufficiency
- Cervical Intraepithelial Neoplasia
- Cervical Polyp
- Cervicitis
- Chlamydia
- Cholestasis Of Pregnancy
- Complete Uterovaginal Prolapse
- Complications From Abortion
- Condylomata Acuminata
- Cystitis
- Cystocele
- Cystodynia
- Decreased Libido
- Delayed Menarche
- Delayed Puberty
- Dermoid Cyst
- Detrusor Instability
- Dysmenorrhea
- Dyspareunia
- Dysuria
- Ectopic Pregnancy
- Endometrial Cancer
- Endometrial Hyperplasia
- Endometrioma
- Endometriosis
- Endometritis
- Enterocele
- Fallopian Tube Cancer
- Fallopian Tube Disorders
- Family History Of Chromosomal Anomalies
- Female Genital Problems
- Female Orgasmic Disorder
- Female Sexual Dysfunction
- Fibrocystic Breast Changes
- Fibroids
- Follicular Cyst Of Ovary
- Frequent Urinary Tract Infections
- Galactocele
- Genital Herpes
- Genital Herpes, Female
- Gonorrhea
- Gynecologic Cancer
- Gynecologic Disorders Of Athletes
- Heavy Menstrual Bleeding
- Hellp Syndrome
- Hgsil Pap
- History Of Severe Preeclampsia
- HIV In Pregnancy
- Hormone Imbalance
- Hot Flashes
- Human Papilloma Virus (HPV)
- Hydatiform Mole
- Hydrosalpinx
- Hyperemesis
- Hyperprolactinemia
- Hypertensive Disorders Of Pregnancy
- Imperforate Hymen
- Incomplete Emptying Of Bladder
- Incomplete Uterovaginal Prolapse
- Increased Libido
- Infertility
- Interstitial Cystitis
- Intrauterine Growth Restriction Fetus
- Irregular Menstruation
- Labial Adhesions
- Labial Hypertrophy
- Labial Hypoplasia
- Laceration Of Vagina
- Lactation Disorders
- Leiomyoma
- Lgsil Pap
- Lichen Sclerosus
- Liver Disease In Pregnancy
- Mastitis
- Mastodynia
- Maternal Obesity
- Menometrorrhagia
- Menopause
- Menorrhagia
- Menstrual Disorders
- Menstrual Disorders In Athletes
- Menstrual Migraines
- Menstruation
- Missed Abortion
- Missed Periods
- Morning Sickness
- Mullerian Anomalies
- Multiple Gestations
- Nausea Of Pregnancy
- Oligomenorrhea
- Ovarian Cancer
- Ovarian Cyst
- Ovarian Endometriosis
- Ovarian Failure
- Ovarian Mass
- Ovarian Torsion
- Overflow Incontinence Of Urine
- Paget's Disease Of Vulva
- Paratubal Cyst
- Pelvic Abscess
- Pelvic Adhesions
- Pelvic Floor Dysfunction
- Pelvic Inflammatory Disease
- Pelvic Mass
- Pelvic Organ Prolapse
- Pelvic Pain
- Pelvic Varicose Veins
- Perimenopause
- Perinatal Mental Health Disorders
- Perinatal Mood Disorders
- Personal History Of Stillbirth
- Placenta Accreta
- Placenta Previa
- Placental Abruption
- Placental Disorders
- Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
- Postcoital Bleeding
- Postmenopausal Bleeding
- Postpartum Depression
- Postpartum Mastitis
- Postpartum Thyroiditis
- Preeclampsia
- Pregnancy
- Premature Ovarian Failure
- Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder
- Premenstrual Syndrome (PMS)
- Prenatal Diagnosis
- Preterm Labor
- Preterm Premature Rupture Of Membranes
- Primary Amenorrhea
- Primary Ovarian Insufficiency
- Pruritic Urticarial Papules And Plaques Of Pregancy (PUPP)
- Pudendal Neuralgia
- Rectocele
- Rectovaginal Fistula
- Recurrent Pregnancy Loss
- Recurrent Urinary Tract Infection
- Retained Tampon
- Rh Incompatibility
- Salpingo-Oophoritis
- Secondary Amenorrhea
- Septate Hymen
- Septate Uterus
- Severe Preeclampsia
- Sexual Dysfunction
- Sexually Transmitted Disease (STD)
- Sexually Transmitted Diseases In Pregnancy
- Shortened Cervix
- Spontaneous Abortion
- Squamous Intraepithelial Neoplasia
- Stress Incontinence
- Teen Pregnancy
- Third Degree Uterine Prolapse
- Threatened Abortion
- Transverse Vaginal Septum
- Tubo Ovarian Abscess
- Twins
- Unicornuate Uterus
- Urge Incontinence
- Urinary Incontinence
- Urinary Problems
- Urinary Retention
- Uterine Anomaly With Pregnancy
- Uterine Bleeding
- Uterine Cancer
- Uterine Myoma
- Uterine Polyp
- Uterine Prolapse
- Vaginal Abscess
- Vaginal Agenesis
- Vaginal Atrophy
- Vaginal Bleeding
- Vaginal Bleeding After Hysterectomy
- Vaginal Cancer
- Vaginal Candidiasis
- Vaginal Discharge
- Vaginal Dryness
- Vaginal Infections
- Vaginal Intraepithelial Neoplasia
- Vaginal Irritation
- Vaginal Prolapse
- Vaginal Septum
- Vaginismus
- Vaginitis
- Vulvar Abscess
- Vulvar Cancer
- Vulvar Disease
- Vulvar Dysplasia
- Vulvitis
- Vulvodynia
Procedures I perform
- Abdominal Cerclage
- Abortion
- Abortion Information
- Antepartum And Postpartum Care
- Anti Mullerian Hormone (AMH) Testing
- Bioidentical Hormone Replacement Therapy
- Biophysical Profile Testing
- Birth Control
- Birth Control Counseling
- Bladder Training
- Breast Cancer Prevention And Risk Reduction
- Breast Cancer Screening
- Breast Examination
- Breastfeeding Support
- Cancer Risk Reduction Surgery
- Cervical Biopsy
- Cervical Cap Fitting
- Cervical Cerclage
- Cervical Conization
- Cervical Length Assessment
- Cesarean Section
- Clomid
- Cold Knife Cone Biopsy Of Cervix
- Colpocleisis
- Colposcopy
- Contraceptive Implant
- Contraction Stress Testing
- Cryotherapy Of The Cervix
- Da Vinci Hysterectomy
- Digital Rectal Examination
- Dilation And Curettage
- Endometrial Ablation
- Endometrial Biopsy
- Family Planning
- Fetal Non Stress Testing
- Fetal Ultrasound
- First Trimester Screening
- Gynecological Exam
- Hormone Replacement Therapy
- Hysterectomy
- Hysteroscopic Adhesiolysis
- Hysteroscopic Myomectomy
- Hysteroscopy
- In Office Endometrial Ablation
- In Office Sterilization
- Intrauterine Device (IUD) Placement
- Labor And Delivery
- Lactation Support
- Laparoscopic Hysterectomy
- Laparoscopic Lysis Of Peritoneal Adhesions
- Laparoscopic Myomectomy
- Laparoscopic Salpingo Oophorectomy
- Laparoscopic Transabdominal Cerclage
- Laparoscopy
- Long Acting Reversible Contraceptive
- Loop Electrosurgical Excision Procedure
- Minimally Invasive Gynecologic Surgery
- Minimally Invasive Hysteroscopy
- Myomectomy
- Natural Birth
- Nexplanon Implant
- Nexplanon Implant Removal
- Obliteration Of Vaginal Vault
- Office Gynecology
- Oophorectomy
- Operations On Cul De Sac
- Oral Contraceptive
- Oral Contraceptive Counseling
- Ovarian Cystectomy
- Pap Smear
- Partial Hysterectomy
- Pelvic Floor Exercise
- Permanent Sterilization
- Pessary
- Pop Q Exam
- Post Partum Check Up
- Posterior Repair
- Postpartum Care
- Preconception Counseling
- Pregnancy Blood Test
- Pregnancy Counseling
- Prenatal Care
- Prenatal Testing
- Prenatal Ultrasound Scan
- Preventative Women Healthcare
- Prophylactic Oophorectomy
- Repair Of Cystocele
- Repair Of Pelvic Prolapse
- Repair Of Rectocele
- Reproductive Health
- Routine Gynecological Care
- Selective Estrogen Receptor Modulation
- Single Site Robotic Surgery
- Single Site Surgery
- Surgical Sterilization
- Suture Removal
- Tubal Ligation
- Tubal Ligation Reversal
- Uterine Fibroid Embolization Counseling
- Uterine Surgery
- Vaginal Biopsy
- Vaginal Birth After Caesarean Section
- Vaginal Delivery
- Vaginal Hysterectomy
- Women's Health
- Zika Virus Testing
Insurance
MedStar Health accepts most major health insurance plans. If you are uncertain as to whether your individual health insurance plan is accepted at MedStar Health, please call your insurance company.
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List of insurance plans we accept
- United Core Essential (HMO)
- Aetna Elect Choice/ Open Access (POS)
- United Select Plus (POS)
- Aetna Traditional Choice (PPO)
- Cigna HMO & Network (HMO)
- Priority Partners - Maryland Health Choice
- United GEHA (for all other states) Compass Rose
- United Community Plan - Maryland Health Choice Program
- Cigna POS/Network POS
- Innovation Health: Open POS Plus
- Kaiser Select-Added Choice
- Innovation Health: POS
- Kaiser Permanente Signature-Added Choice
- Cigna Preferred Medicare
- Uniformed Services Family Health Plan (USFHP)
- United Optimum Choice Preferred (POS) & OCI Direct (HMO)
- United Optimum Choice
- Carefirst BlueChoice Opt Out Plus Open Access (POS)
- WellPoint Maryland
- United Navigate
- Cigna POS Open Access & Open Access Plus
- Kaiser HMO Plus and DHMO Plus Member
- Medicaid - District of Columbia
- Aetna Open HMO/Open HMO Option/Open EPO Plus
- Carefirst EPO
- United Options (PPO) (includes Empire PPO)
- Kaiser Maryland Medicaid MCO
- Cigna Achieve Medicare (HMO C-SNP)
- United AARP Medicare Complete
- Virginia Premier
- CareFirst (NCA) Indemnity
- Police and Fire Clinic
- Innovation Health: Open Network Only Plus
- Carefirst Blue Preferred PPO
- Choice Care Network/HUMANA (PPO)
- Veterans Affairs Community Care Network
- Innovation Health: Open POS II
- Innovation Health: PPO
- Carefirst BlueChoice HMO
- Cigna True Choice Medicare (PPO)
- Aetna HMO
- D-SNP)
- Aetna Managed Choice Open Access (POS)
- CareFirst Maryland Indemnity or PPO
- MedStar Family Choice DC Healthy Families
- Aetna Choice POS & Choice POS II
- Tricare East Prime
- Aetna Select HMO/HealthFund/Health Network
- United Golden Rule
- AmeriHealth Caritas DC Healthcare Alliance
- United MD IPA Preferred (POS)
- Aetna Open Choice (PPO)
- United Choice
- Cigna Alliance Medicare (HMO) |
- Traditional Medicare Fee for Service
- Aetna HMO-Open Access/Select OA
- Maryland Point of Service Plan (MPOS)
- HealthyBlue PPO
- Cigna Indemnity
- Amerigroup DC Alliance
- Aetna Quality Point of Service (POS)
- United Mamsi Life & Health
- Amerigroup DC Healthy Families
- Medicaid - Maryland
- CareFirst NASCO
- Tricare East Select
- Federal Employee Program (Std/Basic PPO/Blue Focus)
- Kaiser Select
- CareFirst MedStar Select PPO
- Cigna True Choice Plus Medicare (PPO)
- Health Services for Children with Special Needs (HSCSN)
- CareFirst BC/BS Advantage Core/Enhanced
- United Erickson Advantage Plans
- HumanaChoice Honor’s plan PPO
- Veterans Affairs Community Care Network (VA CCN)
- Cigna EPO
- Aetna Signature Administrator PPO/TPA
- Innovation Health: HMO & EPO Plus
- CareFirst MedStar PPO
- CareFirst Group Medicare Advantage
- I-SNP
- CareFirst Blue Card Program (Out-of-area BCBS plans)
- Cigna HMO Open Access
- Aetna Medicare Advantage HMO & PPO Plans
- WellPoint Maryland - Maryland Health Choice
- Kaiser Signature
- United MD IPA (HMO)
- Medicaid - Virginia
- MedStar Family Choice DC Healthcare Alliance
- United Select HMO - EPO/NPP
- United Group Medicare Advantage Plans
- Private Health Care Systems (PHCS) (PPO)
- United Choice Plus
- Kaiser Medicare Advantage Signature and Select
- United Nursing Home Plan (C-SNP
- Tricare Reserve Select
- Carefirst BlueChoice Open Access
- Kaiser Medicare Plus
- Cigna Network Open Access
- Innovation Health: Network Only Plus
- AmeriHealth Caritas DC Healthy Families
- Kaiser Flexible Choice
- CareFirst Group Medicare Advantage prescription drug benefit (PPO)
- United Medicare Advantage DSNP District of Columbia
- HumanaChoice PPO
- Innovation Health: Indemnity
- Carefirst BlueChoice Opt Out Open Access
- Aetna Managed Choice (POS)
- Aetna Elect Choice/ EPO (Aetna Health Fund)
- Aetna HealthFund/Health Network Option OA
- Cigna PPO and PPO Plus
- United Student Resources
- CareFirst Administrators
- Aetna Student Health Insurance
- UnitedHealthcare Individual Exchange Plans
- Innovation Health: POS Plus
- Carefirst Healthy Blue (HMO/POS)
- Cigna TotalCare (HMO D-SNP)
- Tricare for Life East
- Cigna Choice Fund PPO
- MedStar Family Choice - Maryland Health Choice
- First Health PPO
- Great-West Healthcare POS/CIGNA
- Coventry Health Care of Virginia
- Coventry Health Care National Network PPO
- Coventry of Delaware HMO/PPO
Education
Board Certification: American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Obstetrics and Gynecology
Residency: MedStar Washington Hospital Center (1991)
Residency: Malcolm Grow Medical Center (1988)
Medical School: Georgetown University School of Dentistry (1986)
Hospital affiliations
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