Laura Dhariwal, MD

Dr. Laura Dhariwal is a Urogynecologist and clinical assistant professor practicing at Columbia University Irving Medical Center. She received her medical degree from SUNY Downstate Medical Center. She completed her residency in Obstetrics and Gynecology at Zucker School of Medicine at Hofstra/Northwell and her fellowship in Urogynecology and Reconstructive Pelvic Surgery with Morristown Medical Center. Dr. Dhariwal is active in / member of American Urogynecologic Society (AUGS), American Association of Gynecologic Laparoscopists AAGL and American College of Obstetrics and Gynecology ACOG. Her professional interests focus on robotic and vaginal reconstruction, expedited recovery after surgery, and surgical outcomes research. She has an interest in urinary incontinence, pelvic organ prolapse, minimally invasive gynecologic surgery, vaginal and robotic surgery, interstitial cystitis, recurrent urinary tract infections and pelvic pain. She is double board-certified in Urogynecology and Reconstructive Pelvic Surgery and Obstetrics and Gynecology. In addition, she serves as a peer reviewer on the editorial team for The Urogynecology scientific journal. She was recently honored with the Fellow Achievement Award for Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology and The Golden Speculum Award for her contributions to teaching OBGYN students and residents.