Lauren Singer, MD
Lauren Singer, MD
Assistant Professor of Neurology
Specialties
- Neuro-Oncology (Brain & Spinal Tumors)
- Neurology
Locations
- Chicago - Hyde Park
- About
- Specialties & Areas of Expertise
- Locations & Patient Information
- Education & Research
- Accepted Insurance
Lauren Singer, MD, is a board-certified neurologist with a specialty in neuro-oncology. Dr. Singer is an expert in diagnosing and treating both primary and metastatic brain tumors, spine tumors and other nervous system tumors, including:
- Glioblastoma
- Astrocytoma
- Oligodendroglioma
- Meningioma
- Central nervous system lymphoma
- Brain Metastases
- Leptomeningeal disease
- Paraneoplastic syndromes
- Neurologic complications of cancer
Dr. Singer’s approach to care is centered around being an advocate for her patients and building a trusting, compassionate relationship that is unique to each patient’s individual condition, symptoms and healthcare goals. She aims to empower her patients with the information regarding their specific diagnosis so that they may better participate in their care. This involves working with her patients to develop a treatment plan that addresses their specific needs. Based on her patients’ diagnosis, Dr. Singer recommends therapies such as surgery, radiation, chemotherapy, immunotherapy and targeted molecular therapy.
In addition to her clinical work, Dr. Singer has published research in both primary and metastatic brain tumors. Her research focuses on unique treatments for these cancers, including on a more individualized approach to treating patients with brain tumors. She also has an interest in eliminating systemic barriers to care and focusing on unique challenges for patients based on race, gender and socioeconomic status.
Dr. Singer is actively involved in the education of medical students and residents in both the inpatient setting and in clinic. She enjoys sharing her passion for neurology and neuro-oncology with the next generation.
Areas of Expertise
- Astrocytoma
- Brain Tumors
- Meningiomas
- Paraneoplastic Syndromes
- Spine Tumors
Board Certifications
- Neurology
Languages Spoken
- English
Medical Education
- Oakland University William Beaumont School of Medicine
Residency
- Rush University Medical Center
Fellowship
- Northwestern Medicine
Internship
- Rush University Medical Center
Insurance
- Aetna Better Health *see insurance page
- Aetna HMO (specialists only)
- Aetna Medicare Advantage HMO & PPO
- Aetna POS
- Aetna PPO
- BCBS Blue Precision HMO (specialists only)
- BCBS HMO (HMOI) (specialists only)
- BCBS Medicare Advantage HMO & PPO
- BCBS PPO
- Cigna HMO
- Cigna POS
- Cigna PPO
- CountyCare *see insurance page
- Humana Medicare Advantage Choice PPO
- Humana Medicare Advantage Gold Choice PFFS
- Humana Medicare Advantage Gold Plus HMO
- Medicare
- Multiplan PPO
- PHCS PPO
- United Choice Plus POS/PPO
- United Choice HMO (specialists only)
- United Options (PPO)
- United Select (HMO & EPO) (specialists only)
- United W500 Emergent Wrap
- University of Chicago Health Plan (UCHP)
Our list of accepted insurance providers is subject to change at any time. You should contact your insurance company to confirm UChicago Medicine participates in their network before scheduling your appointment. If your insurance company is not listed here, or if you have any other questions, please contact Managed.Care@uchospitals.edu.