Lauryn Hemminger

Lauryn Hemminger, M.D. serves as an Assistant Professor in the Department of Neurology with specialization in Neuro-Oncology at the University of Rochester School of Medicine and Dentistry. She is an active member of the University of Rochester Medical Faculty Group (URMFG) and Accountable Health Partners (AHP), providing clinical care at the Wilmot Cancer Center within Strong Memorial Hospital in Rochester, NY.

Her academic training pathway is entirely institution-based:

• MD from University of Rochester School of Medicine/Dentistry (2017)
• Internal Medicine Internship (2017-2018)
• Neurology Residency (2018-2021)
• Neuro-oncology Fellowship (2021-2022)

Dr. Hemminger's research and clinical work centers on neuro-oncology, focusing on the intersection of neurological disorders and cancer treatment. Her expertise encompasses brain and spinal cord tumor management within multidisciplinary cancer care frameworks, emphasizing translational applications of neurological principles to oncology practice.

Patient satisfaction metrics consistently reflect exceptional communication skills and patient-centered care, with perfect 5.0-star ratings for treatment discussions, condition explanations, and care decision inclusion. A May 31, 2025 patient comment specifically praised her as 'compassionate, knowledgeable, respectful, and a great communicator'.