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Specialty:

  • Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery

Board Certifications:

  • Plastic Surgery

Languages:

  • English

Locations:

  • The Weinberg Center at Mercy
  • Mercy Personal Physicians at Reisterstown
  • Mercy Personal Physicians at Hunt Valley
  • Mercy Personal Physicians at Glen Burnie

Lauren Nigro, M.D.

Lauren C. Nigro, M.D., is a Board Certified plastic surgeon with The Breast Reconstruction and Restoration Center at Mercy in Baltimore, Maryland. Dr. Nigro specializes in breast reconstruction and breast restoration following breast cancer diagnosis and surgery.

Breast Reconstruction and Restoration

Dr. Lauren Nigro is a member of The Breast Reconstruction and Restoration Center at Mercy together with Drs. Bernard Chang and Brendan Collins. The team is a recognized leader in the full complement of breast reconstruction procedures and breast restoration techniques. They work in close collaboration with the breast cancer doctors of Baltimore’s Hoffberger Breast Center.

Caring for Baltimore Breast Cancer Patients

Women in Dr. Nigro’s care are at a particular vulnerable time in their lives. She understands the importance of having a physician women can put their trust in. She makes it her priority to listen to the needs of each patient and has a passion for helping women who are going through a breast cancer diagnosis and surgery.

In addition to breast reconstruction, Dr. Nigro also works alongside Dr. Craig Vander Kolk in Cosmetic Medicine and Surgery at Mercy treating patients with a variety of conditions requiring restoration, alteration, or cosmetic concerns. She previously completed her Fellowship training at Mercy prior to becoming a full-time member of the Medical Staff.

Education & Fellowships
  • Fellowship - Breast and Microsurgical Reconstruction, Mercy Medical Center, Baltimore, Maryland
  • Residency - Integrated Plastic Surgery, Virginia Commonwealth University, Richmond, Virginia
  • Medical Degree - University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey, Robert Wood Johnson Medical School, Piscataway, New Jersey

Breastfeeding with Implants - Dr. Lauren Nigro - Mercy

Plastic surgeon Dr. Lauren Nigro discusses if women with breast implants can breastfeed their babies. Learn more at mdmercy.com

There Are New Ways to Treat Post-Operative Plastic Surgery Pain - Dr. Lauren Nigro - Mercy

Plastic surgeon Dr. Lauren Nigro discusses new pain relief methods for patients following cosmetic surgery. Learn more at mdmercy.com

The Breast Reconstruction and Restoration Center at Mercy

The Breast Reconstruction and Restoration Center at Mercy offers women of Maryland one of the top Centers for breast reconstruction following breast cancer surgery. Mercy Medical Center breast reconstruction specialists are recognized experts in the full complement of breast reconstruction procedures as well as breast restoration techniques to enhance and contour the breast. Learn more at mdmercy.com or call 1-800-MD-Mercy to make an appointment.

Medoscopy – Dr. Lauren Nigro (Part 1 of 2)

Dr. Lauren Nigro, a board certified plastic surgeon with The Breast Reconstruction and Restoration Center at Mercy, discusses her work in breast reconstructive techniques as well as insights into her past and hobbies in this edition of Medoscopy.

Cosmetic Medicine and Surgery at Mercy

Cosmetic Medicine and Surgery at Mercy offers a full range of leading edge cosmetic and plastic surgery procedures performed by a medical team who is dedicated to helping you look and feel your best. Learn more at mdmercy.com.

Locations

Insurances Accepted

See a list of insurances accepted at Mercy. Restrictions may apply. Patients should confirm coverage with their carrier prior to appointment date.