Overview
Fran R. Cogen, MD, CDE, is the director emerita of the Childhood and Adolescent Diabetes Program at Children’s National Hospital and a professor of pediatrics. Her clinical interest includes intensive insulin therapy and its effect on quality of life. She is dedicated to advocating for the needs of patients and their families in managing diabetes. Dr. Cogen was named as one of the “Best Doctors in America” in 2007. Originally from New York, she has lived in the Washington, D.C., area since 1996. Dr. Cogen served on the American Diabetes Association National Diabetes Education Recognition committee and is the Physician Representative of the National Certification Board for Diabetes Educators. Through Dr. Cogen’s perseverance, the Washington Nationals Baseball Club chose diabetes education and care as one of its three signature causes. The commitment was solidified by a $2 million lead gift from the Nationals' Dream Foundation to secure space in Children’s National's master facility plan for the building of a 6,500 sq. ft. diabetes care complex.
Dr. Cogen is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Type 1 Diabetes (T1D), Nonalcoholic Steatohepatitis (NASH), and Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease.
Dr. Cogen is board certified in Pediatrics: American Board Of Pediatrics, 1985. She is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 2 peer reviewed articles.
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9850 Key West Avenue, Rockville, MD 20850
5028 Wisconsin Avenue Northwest, Washington, DC 20016
111 Michigan Avenue Northwest, Washington, DC 20010
111 Michigan Avenue Northwest, Childrens National Telemedicine, Washington, DC 20010
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Andrew Dauber, MD, MMSc, is the chief of endocrinology at Children’s National Hospital. As a pediatric endocrinologist, Dr. Dauber works in all areas of pediatric endocrinology, but specializes in studying and treating growth disorders. Dr. Dauber has published more than 65 studies and regularly speaks at international pediatric endocrinology conferences, discussing a variety of topics, including clinical clues to identify rare genetic growth conditions, genetic factors that influence height and the timing of puberty, as well as novel genetic disorders that he has helped identify. He is the recipient of the 2020 Richard E. Weitzman Outstanding Early Career Investigator Award from the Endocrine Society for successfully applying innovative genetic technologies to pediatric endocrinology. With a medical degree and a Master’s of Medical Sciences in Clinical Investigation from Harvard Medical School, Dr. Dauber finds it natural to merge academic research with its clinical counterparts to accelerate cutting-edge treatment and multidisciplinary care. He is currently working with pediatric health centers to integrate genomics into patient registries and electronic health records, harnessing large data sets, including whole-exome sequences, to help clinicians identify and treat high-risk patients. Over the next few years, Dr. Dauber will create an endocrinology research program at Children’s National, transforming the type of care that children with endocrine disorders receive. This will make it easier for parents to find comprehensive resources for rare conditions, thyroid problems, growth disorders, early or delayed puberty, as well as type 1 and type 2 diabetes. Dr. Dauber also has experience with guiding joint infrastructures and engines of innovation. Previously, he served as the program director and director of translational research at the interdisciplinary Cincinnati Center for Growth Disorders at Cincinnati Children’s Hospital Medical Center. Additionally, he was the director of their Genomics First for Undiagnosed Diseases Program and guided medical residents and fellows as an associate professor of pediatrics at the University of Cincinnati. He held similar roles as the assistant medical director for the clinical research unit at Boston Children’s Hospital and as an assistant professor in pediatrics at Harvard Medical School. Dr. Dauber holds board certifications in pediatrics and pediatric endocrinology from the American Board of Pediatrics. He is an active member of and has received several awards and honors from the Endocrine Society, Pediatric Endocrine Society, European Society of Pediatric Endocrinology and the Society for Pediatric Research. Dr. Dauber is highly rated in 17 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Short Stature (Growth Disorders), Hypochondroplasia, Precocious Puberty, and Growth Hormone Deficiency (GHD). Dr. Dauber is board certified in Endocrinology Diabetes And Metabolism: American Board Of Pediatrics, 2011 and Pediatrics: American Board Of Pediatrics, 2007.
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Deborah Merke is a Pediatric Endocrinologist practicing medicine in Bethesda, Maryland. Dr. Merke is highly rated in 7 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Congenital Adrenal Hyperplasia (CAH), Intersex, Ovarian Overproduction of Androgens, Addison's Disease, and Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT).
Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Fran E. Cogen
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Fran E. Cogen?
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Is Dr. Fran E. Cogen a top-rated expert for Type 1 Diabetes (T1D)?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Fran E. Cogen is classified as an Advanced expert for Type 1 Diabetes (T1D), meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.
What conditions does Dr. Fran E. Cogen specialize in?
While Dr. Fran E. Cogen is a Endocrinology, they have specific expertise in Type 1 Diabetes (T1D), Nonalcoholic Steatohepatitis (NASH), and Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Endocrinology.
Does Dr. Fran E. Cogen participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Fran E. Cogen has published 2 articles and abstracts on conditions like Type 1 Diabetes (T1D). You can view a list of Dr. Fran E. Cogen's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Fran E. Cogen accept my insurance?
Dr. Fran E. Cogen accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 301-765-5400 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
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