About me
Dr. Cosgriff sees patients at the below location: 3333 North Calvert Street Johnston Prof Bldg Ste 650 Baltimore, MD, 21218
Lauren Cosgriff, MD, is a fellowship-trained minimally invasive gynecologic surgeon at MedStar Union Memorial Hospital. She is board-certified in obstetrics and gynecology and a member of the American Association of Gynecologic Laparoscopists and the American College of Obstetrics and Gynecology.
Dr. Cosgriff treats complex gynecologic conditions, including chronic pelvic pain, endometriosis, fibroids, adenomyosis, ovarian cysts, and abnormal uterine bleeding. She uses minimally invasive laparoscopic and robotic techniques to perform procedures, including hysterectomies, myomectomies, and excision of endometriosis, to achieve faster recovery times, fewer complications, and better cosmetic results. She is also skilled in hysteroscopy, offering both in-office and operating room procedures.
Her holistic approach considers every aspect of her patients’ well-being to develop tailored care plans. Committed to excellent care, she takes time to review surgical, non-surgical, and fertility-sparing options with patients and works closely with a multidisciplinary team to provide them the education, tools, and confidence needed to make informed decisions.
Dr. Cosgriff earned her medical degree from the University of Maryland School of Medicine, graduating in the top third of her class. She completed her residency in obstetrics and gynecology at Montefiore Medical Center/Albert Einstein College of Medicine, where she served as Administrative Chief. Next, she completed a fellowship in minimally invasive gynecologic surgery at MedStar Washington Hospital Center/Georgetown University School of Medicine. During her training, Dr. Cosgriff received several honors, including the Fellow of the Year Award from MedStar Washington Hospital Center/Georgetown University School of Medicine, the Medical Student Teaching Award from the Albert Einstein College of Medicine for three consecutive years, and the Excellence in Minimally Invasive Gynecology Award from the AAGL Board of Directors.
Proud to call the Baltimore area her home, Dr. Cosgriff enjoys spending time with her family, staying active, and a good cup of coffee.
Philosophy of Care
“As a gynecologist, I believe that every patient deserves access to a comprehensive range of treatment options tailored to their individual needs. My role is not just to diagnose and treat, but to empower patients with the knowledge, support, and resources they need to make informed, confident decisions about their health. I want patients to feel heard, respected, and fully involved in their care, so they can choose the path that aligns best with their values, circumstances, and goals.”
Clinical areas of focus
- Uterine Adenomyosis
- Uterine Fibroids
Conditions and procedures
Conditions I treat
- Abnormal Breast Imaging
- Abnormal Products Of Conception
- Abnormalities Of Forces Of Labor
- Adhesions In The Pelvis
- Antenatal Screening Abnormalities
- Asherman's Syndrome
- Bartholin's Gland Diseases
- Breast Disorders
- Breast Lump
- Candidiasis
- Cervical Dysplasia
- Cervical Incompetence
- Cervix Uteri Disorders
- Chlamydia
- Complications Of The Puerperium
- Disorders Of Amniotic Fluid And Membranes
- Dysmenorrhea
- Fallopian Tube Disorders
- False Labor
- Female Genital Tract Polyp
- Female Infertility
- Fetal Stress
- Genitourinary Symptoms
- Gestational Diabetes
- Gestational Hypertension
- High Risk Pregnancy
- Hyperemesis Gravidarum
- Irregular Menstruation
- Late Pregnancy
- Leiomyoma Of Uterus
- Maternal Care For Fetal Problems
- Menstrual Cramps
- Morning Sickness
- Obstructed Labor
- Ovarian Cancer
- Ovarian Cysts
- Ovarian Dysfunction
- Ovary, Fallopian Tube And Broad Ligament Disorders
- Pelvic Adhesions
- Pelvic Organ Prolapse
- Perineal Laceration During Delivery
- Placental Disorders
- Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
- Polyhydramnios
- Postpartum Depression
- Postpartum Hemorrhage
- Uterine Adenomyosis
- Uterine Fibroids
Procedures I perform
- Adhesiolysis
- Amniocentesis
- Annual Well Woman Exam
- Bacterial Vaginosis Treatment
- Bilateral Salpingo-Oophorectomy
- Birth Control
- Birth Control Implant Removal
- Cervical Biopsy
- Cervical Cryosurgery
- Cervical Cryotherapy
- Colposcopy With Biopsy
- Cone Biopsy
- C-Section
- D&C (DILATION AND CURETTAGE)
- Endometrial Ablation
- Endometriosis Surgery
- Episiotomy
- Fetal Heart Rate Monitoring
- Fetal Ultrasound
- Fibroid Surgery
- Genetic Counseling
- Gestational Diabetes Management
- Glucose Screening
- Gynecologic Laparotomy
- High-Risk Pregnancy Care
- Hormone Replacement Therapy
- Hysteroscopic Polyp Resection
- Hysteroscopic Surgery
- Laparoscopic Hysterectomy
- Loop Electrosurgical Excision Procedure
- Menstrual Disorder Treatment
- Natural Childbirth
- Obstetric Care
- Oophorectomy
- Ovarian Cyst Removal
- Ovarian Cystectomy
- Pap Smear
- Pelvic Pain Treatment
- Pessary Fitting
- Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) Treatment
- Polycystic Ovary Syndrome Treatment
- Pregnancy Test
- Pregnancy Ultrasound
- Robotic Endometriosis Excision
- Robotic Surgery
- Robotic-Assisted Surgery
- Sexually Transmitted Disease Testing
- Sonohysterography
- Urinary Incontinence Treatment
- Urinary Tract Infection Treatment
- Uterine Ablation
- Vaginal Infection Treatment
- Vaginoplasty
- Vulvar Biopsy
- Yeast Infection Treatment
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
- Johns Hopkins Advantage MD HMO
- Veterans Affairs Community Care Network
- Jai Medical Systems - Maryland Health Choice
- M.D. IPA (HMO)
- CareFirst Blue Choice Opt Out Open Access
- Aetna Classic 5000PD
- CareFirst Group Medicare Advantage prescription drug benefit (PPO)
- Anthem BCBS Medi Blue SNP
- CareFirst Federal Employee Program (Std. & Basic PPO)
- CIGNA PPO
- CIGNA Indemnity
- Kaiser Permanente Flexible Choice POS Cardiac Global
- Cigna Achieve Medicare (HMO C-SNP)
- Aetna Medicare Advantage PFFS Plan
- UHC Group Medicare Advantage Plans (HMO, POS, PPO)
- United Medicare Private Fee-for-Service (PFFS) plans
- DC/MD SHOP QHP Small Business Plans
- Anthem Federal Employee Program Basic
- CareFirst Community Health Plan of MD
- Kaiser Permanente Medicare Plus
- Aetna Worker's Compensation Network
- Aetna Quality Point of Service (POS)
- CareFirst Administrators
- Anthem BCBS of VA Key Care POS/PPO/Indemnity
- Humana Medicare Advantage - HMO Open Access
- CareFirst Group Medicare Advantage
- TRICARE for Life East
- Alterwood Advanatge HMO & DSNP Plans
- Magellan Complete Care of VA - VA Medicaid MCO
- CareFirst FEP Blue Focus
- Network OA
- MedStar Family Choice DC Healthy Families
- CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield Advantage Core/Enhanced
- Sentara Health
- CIGNA HMO & Network (HMO)
- Optimum Choice & Optimum Choice Preferred (POS) Cardiac Global
- United Healthcare Select HMO - EPO/NPP
- BCBS Out-of-State Medicare Plans (Blue Advantage)
- Employee Health Plan
- MedStar Family Choice DC Healthcare Alliance
- First Health PPO
- HumanaChoice Honor's plan PPO
- Aetna Premier 200PD
- CareFirst Blue Preferred PPO
- UHC Passport
- IH-Indemnity
- Tricare Reserve Select
- Kaiser Permanente Select - Added Choice
- Private Health Care Systems (PPO)
- Kaiser Maryland Medicaid MCO
- United Healthcare Choice
- BlueChoice Open Access
- Medicare FFS
- Private Fee-for-Service Plans (PFFS)
- Aetna HMO-Open Access/Select OA/HealthFund/Health Network Option OA
- Health Services for Children with Special Needs
- Choice POS
- CareFirst MedStar PPO
- United Healthcare Options (PPO)
- UnitedHealthcare Medicare Adv. Special Needs Plans
- Aetna Advantage 6350
- CareFirst MedStar Select PPO
- Choice Care Network/HUMANA (PPO)
- CareFirst Maryland Indemnity or PPO
- Kaiser Permanente Select Cardiac Global
- Aetna Classic 5000
- Cigna TotalCare (HMO D-SNP)
- Kaiser Permanente Signature - Added Choice
- Core Essential (HMO)
- IH-Open HMO Option
- Cigna Preferred Medicare (HMO)
- Coventry of Delaware HMO/PPO
- Kaiser Permanente HMO Plus and DHMO Plus Member
- Advantra Platinum (PPO)
- Aetna Basic
- IH-PPO
- Aetna Traditional Choice (PPO)
- Kaiser Permanente Select
- Police and Fire Clinic
- Optima Family Care MCO - VA Medicaid MCO
- Beech Street PPO
- CareFirst Dual Prime HMO-SNP
- United Healthcare Choice Plus
- IH-Open Network Only Plus
- Anthem BCBS of VA HealthKeepers (POS & POS OA)
- Healthy Blue (HMO, POS)
- United Healthcare Navigate Cardiac Global
- Aetna Better Health of MD
- MedStar Family Choice - Maryland Health Choice
- IH-Open POS Plus
- Cigna True Choice Plus Medicare (PPO)
- WellPoint Maryland - Maryland Health Choice
- IH-POS Plus
- CareFirst NASCO
- POS OA
- TriWest Healthcare Alliance
- HUMANA/Choice Care Medicare Plans (Choice, Gold Choice)
- AmeriHealth Caritas DC Healthy Families
- Aetna Student Health Insurance
- UnitedHealthcare Individual Exchange Plans
- Geisinger Medicare Advantage
- Lasso Healthcare - Medicare Medical Savings Account
- Kaiser Permanente Flexible Choice 3-tier POS
- CareFirst Blue Card Program
- HumanaChoice PPO
- First Health PPO
- OCI Direct (HMO)
- Aetna Classic 3500
- CIGNA EPO
- Humana Medicare Advantage - PPO
- Aetna Advantage 6350PD
- Kaiser Permanente Signature
- IH-Open HMO
- Optimum Choice
- IH-Open EPO Plus
- Great-West Healthcare POS/CIGNA
- IH-Network Only Plus
- Choice POS II Open Access
- CareFirst Maryland Point of Service Plan
- Humana Gold Plus HMO
- Aetna Managed Choice Open Access (POS)
- Maryland Physicians Care MCO
- Navigate
- Uniformed Services Family Health Plan
- MultiPlan, Inc
- CIGNA PPO Plus
- Erickson Advantage Plans
- NYC Medicare Advantage Plus
- United Student Resources
- United Healthcare Choice Cardiac Global
- Optimum Choice Preferred (POS)
- United HealthCare Community Plan - Maryland Health Choice Program
- Aetna Open Choice (PPO)
- Coventry Health Care of Virginia
- Aetna Signature Administrator PPO/TPA
- Anthem BCBS of VA HealthKeepers (HMO)
- Aetna VA Exchange
- IH-Open POS II
- Aetna Medicare Advantage HMO & PPO Plans
- Aetna Better Health of VA
- Mamsi Life & Health (Indem./PPO) Cardiac Global
- AMERIVANTAGE/Amerigroup Community Care
- CIGNA HMO Open Access
- UnitedHealthcare and AARP Medicare Complete Plans
- IH-POS
- Medicare Direct
- United Healthcare Select HMO-EPO/NPP Cardiac Global
- CareFirst EPO
- MD IPA (HMO) & MD IPA Preferred Cardiac Global
- CareFirst BlueChoice HMO
- Choice Fund PPO
- Aetna HMO
- Kaiser Permaenete Signature - Added Choice Cardiac Global
- Amerigroup DC Healthy Families
- AmeriHealth Caritas DC Healthcare Alliance
- Anthem BCBS Medi Blue Dual Adv
- Johns Hopkins Advantage MD PLUS PPO
- Fee-for-Service (FFS) District of Columbia, Maryland and Virginia Medicaid
- Choice POS II
- CIGNA POS/Network POS
- Anthem BCBS Medi Blue Plus
- Blue Choice Advantage
- CareFirst (NCA) Indemnity
- Aetna Managed Choice (POS)
- Options PPO Cardiac Global
- HealthyBlue PPO
- CIGNA Connect EPO
- HighMark
- Mamsi Life & Health (Indem./PPO)
- UnitedHealthcare Medicare Advantage DSNP District of Columbia
- TRICARE East Select
- TRICARE East Prime
- OA Plus
- Kaiser Permanente Medicare Advantage Signature and Select
- Cigna Alliance Medicare (HMO)
- M.D. IPA Preferred (POS)
- Aetna Elect Choice/ Open Access (POS)
- Anthem BCBS of VA HealthKeepers Plus
- IH-EPO Plus
- Anthem Federal Employee Program Standard
- United Healthcare Select Plus (POS)
- Priority Partners - Maryland Health Choice
- IH-HMO
- Cigna True Choice Medicare (PPO)
- Johns Hopkins Advantage MD PPO
- United Healthcare Community Plan - VA Medicaid MCO
- Amerigroup DC Alliance
- BCBS of Michigan (BCN Advantage,Security Blue, Freedom, Medicare PLUS Blue Group PPO)
- CIGNA SureFit (HMO)
- Aetna Advantage 5750
- Aetna Elect Choice/ EPO (Aetna Health Fund)
- Coventry Health Care National Network PPO
- CareFirst Blue Choice Opt Out Plus Open Access (POS)
- Select HMO/HealthFund/Health Network
- United Healthcare Choice Plus Cardiac Global
- Medicare Advantage - Advantra Value (PPO)
Education
Board Certification: American Board of Obstetrics & Gynecology, Obstetrics and Gynecology
Fellowship: MedStar Washington Hospital Center (2025)
Residency: Albert Einstein College of Medicine-Montefiore (2023)
Medical School: University of Maryland (2019)