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Lauryn Bender, MD

  • PGY-1

Hometown: Downingtown, PA

Hobbies:

  • Hiking, especially to waterfalls or scenic overlooks
  • Paddle board, kayaking, or anything that gets me on a lake, ocean or river
  • Puzzles and LEGO
  • Baking cookies, biscotti, scones, and other sweet treats

Education & Training

  • BS, Neuroscience - University of Pittsburgh
  • MD - Drexel University College of Medicine

Academic and Research Interests

  • Epilepsy 
  • Neuroimmunology
  • Medical Education
  • Advocacy