
Laura Bennett fell into medicine after shadowing a family doctor during a gap year—she’s been hooked ever since.
Now 34, with 6 years as a practicing physician and a medical degree from Johns Hopkins, she brings a no-nonsense yet caring approach to patient care.
Her articles dive into everyday health concerns, from flu season survival to decoding medical jargon, all with a touch of her dry wit from late-night hospital shifts.
Have a health question?
Reach out to her by email ( [email protected] ) for some professional guidance!
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Laura Bennett fell into medicine after shadowing a family doctor during a gap year—she’s been hooked ever since.
Now 34, with 6 years as a practicing physician and a medical degree from Johns Hopkins, she brings a no-nonsense yet caring approach to patient care.
Her articles dive into everyday health concerns, from flu season survival to decoding medical jargon, all with a touch of her dry wit from late-night hospital shifts.
Have a health question?
Reach out to her by email ( [email protected] ) for some professional guidance!