Dr. Lauren Gavaris MD
Practice Name
Specialties
- Eye Doctor
- Oculoplastic Surgeon
Professional Statement
A native Washingtonian, Dr. Lauren Gavaris graduated from The Holton-Arms School, and received her medical degree at the George Washington University School of …
A native Washingtonian, Dr. Lauren Gavaris graduated from The Holton-Arms School, and received her medical degree at the George Washington University School of Medicine. She completed her ophthalmology training at the Washington Hospital Center. Before joining Eye Associates of Washington, Dr. Gavaris completed a two-year fellowship in Oculoplastic and Reconstructive Surgery at the Sinai Hospital of Baltimore. She specializes in functional and cosmetic eyelid and eyebrow surgery, tearing disorders, eyelid skin cancers, thyroid eye disease, and facial trauma. Dr. Gavaris also has experience with Botox and injectable facial fillers. She is currently involved in resident and fellow education at the Georgetown University, Washington Hospital Center, and Children’s National Medical Center.
Dr. Gavaris lives in Bethesda with her husband and two daughters. She also enjoys golf, cycling, running, playing and teaching tennis, movies, and concerts. Before her career in Ophthalmology she was a player in the Women's Professional Tennis Circuit (WTA Tour).
*Pediatric Patients are limited to Ocular Plastics
Education
- Medical School - George Washington University
- Sinai Hospital, Fellowship in Oculoplastic and Reconstructive Surgery
- Georgetown University Hospital, Washington Hospital Center, Residency in Ophthalmology
- Inova Fairfax Hospital, Internship in Internal Medicine
Languages Spoken
Board Certifications
- American Board of Ophthalmology
Professional Memberships
- American Society of Ophthalmic Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery
- American Academy of Ophthalmology
Insurances Accepted
Patient Reviews
She was a great doctor, was efficient and when I had to wait (many people in the waiting room) she was apologetic and got me examined quickly without making it feel rushed. Recommend her and everyone at this office! Very nice and professional.
The nursing staff was especially nice.