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Age Groups Seen
- Young Adult 18-25
- Adult 26-64
- Older Adult 65+
Languages
- English
In-Network Plans
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FemaleJohns Hopkins Affiliations:
- Johns Hopkins School of Medicine Faculty
About Shannon VanderPas Lamb
Primary Academic Title
Assistant Professor of Gynecology and Obstetrics
Johns Hopkins Physician
Background
Shannon Lamb, M.D., is an assistant professor in the Department of Gynecology and Obstetrics at the Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine in Baltimore. She practices at Sibley Memorial Hospital and Johns Hopkins Medicine, Arlington. Her areas of clinical expertise include gynecology and obstetrics, urogynecology, urinary incontinence, fecal incontinence, pelvic pain, pelvic organ prolapse, recurrent urinary tract infections, and related disorders.
Dr. Lamb received her undergraduate degree from the University of Virginia and her doctorate in medicine from the University of Virginia School of Medicine. She completed her residency at the Naval Medical Center in Portsmouth, Virginia, followed by a fellowship in female pelvic medicine and reconstructive surgery (urogynecology) at the Walter Reed National Military Medical Center.
She has extensive professional experience, including roles as a clerkship coordinator, residency faculty member, fellowship faculty member, and mentor. Dr. Lamb most recently served as the chief medical officer for the Defense Health Agency National Capital Region Network while simultaneously working as a staff urogynecologist at the Walter Reed Medical Center. She is also an accomplished lecturer and educator.
Beyond urogynecology, Dr. Lamb’s clinical interests include women’s sexual health and transgender health. At the Defense Health Agency National Capital Region, she focused heavily on systems innovation, streamlining processes, standardizing best practices and safety. Her areas of research have included maternal morbidity among women in the U.S. military, urogynecology, and cesarean delivery and the safety and efficacy of specific urogynecology techniques.
Selected Publications
- 2013: Lamb, S. V., Massengill, J. C., Sheridan, M. J., Stern, L. E., & Von Pechmann, W. S. (2013). Safety and Efficacy of Combined Abdominal Sacral Colpopexy and Sigmoid Resection with Suture Rectopexy: A Retrospective Cohort Study. Female Pelvic Medicine & Reconstructive Surgery, 19 (5), S159.
- 2014: "Magnification Effects on Distance Estimation During Robotic Suturing”. Journal of Robotic Surgery. Daniel D. Gruber, Jason C. Massengill, Shannon V. Lamb, Heather M. Barbier, Christopher J. Rosemeyer, Ernest G. Lockrow, et al.
- 2017: “Urinary Symptoms after Bladder Flap at the Time of Primary Cesarean Delivery: A Randomized Controlled Trial (RTC). O’Boyle, AL; Mulla, BM; Lamb SV; Greer JA; Shippey SH; Rollene NL. Int Urogynecol J. 2017 Jun 09.
- 2021: Am J Perinatol. 2021 Dec 10, “Severe Maternal Morbidity Among Women in the US Military, 2003-2015, Clinton Hall, Celeste Romano, Anna Bukowinski, Gia Gumbs, Kaitlyn Dempsey, Aaron Poole, Ava Conlin, Shannon Lamb.
Locations
- JH Urogynecology at JH Medicine Arlington
- 4102 Wilson Boulevard, Floor 2, Arlington, VA 22203
- Get Directions
- phone: 703-462-1777
- fax: 703-955-3946
- Sibley Memorial Hospital
- 5275 Loughboro Road Northwest, Building D, Washington, DC 20016
- Get Directions
- phone: 202-243-5295
- fax: 202-537-4662
Expertise
Education
- Fellowship: Walter Reed National Military Medical Center, Female Pelvic Medicine & Reconstructive Surgery, 2014
- Residency: Naval Medical Center Portsmouth, Obstetrics and Gynecology, 2007
- Medical Education: University of Virginia School of Medicine, MD, 2003
Board Certifications
- Female Pelvic Medicine and Reconstructive Surgery: American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology, 2016
- Obstetrics and Gynecology: American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology, 2009
Insurance
- First Health
- Geisinger Health Plan
- HealthSmart/Accel
- MultiPlan
- Pennsylvania's Preferred Health Networks (PPHN)
- Point Comfort Underwriters
- Private Healthcare Systems (PHCS)
- Veteran Affairs Community Care Network (Optum-VACCN)
Ratings & Reviews
4.9 out of 5
99 ratings, 49 reviewsThe Patient Rating score is an average of all responses to physician related questions on the national CG-CAHPS Medical Practice patient experience survey through Press Ganey. Responses are measured on a scale of 1 to 5, with 5 being the best score. Comments are also gathered from our CG-CAHPS Medical Practice Survey through Press Ganey and displayed in their entirety. Patients are de-identified for confidentiality and patient privacy.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/23/2026
Incredibly thorough and up to date on medical procedures for me to consider for a long standing problem.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/18/2026
Very thorough. Went above and beyond
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/18/2026
Very compassionate,
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/16/2026
Very nice and clear on information she gave me about my problem.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/2/2026
THOROUGH, EMPATHETIC, EFFICIENT AND EXPLAINED THINGS WELL.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/2/2026
Excellent in every way
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/25/2026
Dr Lamb was very thorough in her exam, follow up and explaining the plan going forward.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/9/2026
Excellent!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/4/2026
She is excellent
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/2/2026
Thorough and listened.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/28/2026
Dr. Lamb is patient and gives time for questions. She exudes confidence without being haughty.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/21/2026
Dr. Shannon Lamb is a ""class act"". What I mean is that she is compassionate, yet professional. She listens and explains. Her gentle, caring demeanor is so needed today.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/14/2026
Dr Lamb is very kind and puts the patient at ease. She has never made me feel that she was in a hurry she will spend as much time as you feel you need. I feel that she is thorough and I have complete confidence in her decisions and her skill. Top notch!!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/23/2025
She explained things very well.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/22/2025
Dr. Lamb spent a lot of time discussing my medical problem and trying to find a solution.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/18/2025
She was excellent
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/15/2025
Knowledgeable
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/11/2025
She is excellent.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/10/2025
Excellent
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/1/2025
Dr. Lamb is very approachable and easy to talk to. She was very thorough.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/20/2025
Dr. Lamb explained about my UTI-like symptoms very well. This was the first time I had this problem.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/19/2025
Very pleasant personality. Seems very competent
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/10/2025
Excellent visit.
- 4 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/27/2025
I thought it was interesting that she did not feel that pelvic for therapy was very effective for leaking some urine.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/27/2025
My provider was one of the best dr.i have.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/20/2025
Excellent and very knowledgeable
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/6/2025
Dr. Lamb is a godsend. Discouraged that. After having surgery two decades ago, all my discomfort has returned, I was glad to receive an email about her webinar. I logged in, was impressed with the clarity of her presentation, and got an appointment with her right away. She is an amazing physician and helped me see a way forward. For one of the problems she referred me to [staff], with whom I also promptly got an appointment. Rather than recommend surgery, as I had expected, [staff] performed an in-office treatment that I think ultimately will help.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/1/2025
This is one of the best Providers I have ever had. She is smart, curious kind and thoughtful. She respects her pts.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/1/2025
Dr. Lamb is one of the best doctors I have ever had, if not the very best. She provides excellent care and she just is so real and down to earth. Love her!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/24/2025
She is brilliant
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/18/2025
She's well informed and had the best attitde/""Bedside manner"" of all urogynecologists I've been to, and I have been to over 10 of them.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/17/2025
Dr. Lamb is excellent. My condition is complex and other physicians have ""given up"" on treating me but Dr. Lamb has not. She is knowledgeable and compassionate.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/17/2025
Everyone very nice and helpful'
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/17/2025
She is excellent. She helped me to treat symptoms that I have for over 45 years in my life. She listen with respect and empathy.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/8/2025
She is very polite and explains everything that I ask. She is experienced in her field and examine me carefully to find out problem.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/8/2025
Nice Experience. Beautiful office.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/24/2025
Really satisfied with her explanations and listening
- 4 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/3/2025
She's very knowledgeable, just didn't understand most of what she said. I will need to google.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/3/2025
Dr. Lamb was wonderful. Her thoroughness, thoughtfulness, intelligence and respect was fantastic. Thank you
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/3/2025
Dr. Lamb made me feel well cared for. She is very knowledgeable and efficient.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/30/2025
Dr. Lamb put me at ease while discussing a surgery I need to have, when my previous provider (not with John's Hopkins) could not. I feel completely OK with booking my surgery with her and I know I will be in good hands.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/23/2025
Dr.Lamb is a professional, extraordinarily competent, and deeply compassionate provider. My medical issues had been intractable and had not been solved by other trusted providers. Her effort and use of established science solved it and I am very grateful.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/18/2025
Dr. Lamb is an outstanding provider!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/22/2025
Very knowledgeable, great bedside manner. Thankful I saw her before jumping straight to surgery.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/14/2025
Great experience
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/8/2025
She explained information in a way easy to understand and answered all my questions.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/5/2025
I feel that Dr . Shannon Lamb is truly a most exceptional, highest of all her certified medical fields with a specialized expertise. I am a recipient of her medical diagnosis, care and surgery.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/1/2025
Very professional while showing genuine concerned about my condition. Listened very attentively and responded with helpful information about options for treatment.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/30/2025
Dr. Lamb was very impressive. She is thorough and more knowledgeable regarding the conditions I have than any other doctor I've seen. Very pleased!