Dr. Laura Kurash

Assistant Professor

Biography

Dr. Kurash is a dedicated Family Medicine physician at Penn Medicine with a focus on providing comprehensive care to a diverse patient population, including the LGBTQ+ community. Holding a medical degree from Drexel University College of Medicine, she completed her residency at the University of Pennsylvania Health System. As an Assistant Professor of Clinical Family Medicine and Community Health in the Perelman School of Medicine, Dr. Kurash contributes to medical education as the Clerkship Director for Family Medicine and the Director of Undergraduate Medical Education. She is committed to gender-affirming health care and offers services including hormone therapy, preventive health screenings, and chronic disease management. Dr. Kurash is recognized for her compassionate care and patient-centered approach, having received numerous positive reviews from her patients. Her professional affiliations include the American Academy of Family Physicians and the National Reproductive Health Access Project. Her practice emphasizes treating a wide range of conditions, from routine check-ups to chronic illness management, making her a respected member of the medical community.

Research Interests

Experience

Assistant Professor of Clinical Family Medicine and Community Health
2015-01-01 — Present

Penn Medicine • Philadelphia, PA

Teaches family medicine and directs undergraduate medical education, focusing on patient-centered care.