Lauren Woolhiser, MD, is from Horseheads, N.Y., in the Finger Lakes region, where she grew up as a competitive gymnast. She attended Syracuse University and majored in biology. During her time there, she spent time volunteering at SUNY Upstate University Hospital, continued coaching gymnastics, conducted ecology research and had the opportunity to study abroad in Dublin. Lauren attended State University of New York (SUNY) Upstate Medical University, where she found her passion for family medicine. She enjoyed developing strong longitudinal relationships with both patients and the students she worked with as both a mentor and teaching assistant. Lauren is interested in integrative medicine, gender-affirming care and teaching. She enjoys traveling, trying new foods, kickboxing and spending time with her family, friends, partner and rescue dog Finn.