Neurology

Lauren Elman, MD

Professor of Neurology, Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania

Philadelphia, PA

Dr. Lauren B. Elman is a professor of Neurology at the Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania, with a subspecialty focus in neuromuscular medicine, particularly motor neuron and muscle diseases. She treats patients with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's disease), primary lateral sclerosis, myotonic dystrophy, myotonic dystrophy type 2, and other conditions such as Alzheimer's disease, amyotonia congenita, and Becker muscular dystrophy. Her practice serves

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25+

Years in Practice

Credentials

Board Certifications

Neurology (American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology)

Education & Training

Cornell University / New York State Statutory Colleges — M.D., 1998
Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania — Fellowship, Neuromuscular Disorders, 2002-2004
Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania — Residency, Neurology, 1999-2002

Peer Recognition

Castle Connolly — Exceptional Women in Medicine
2019-2025 (7 years)
Exceptional Women In Medicine — Top Doctor
2019-2025 (7 years)
Philadelphia Magazine — Top Doctor
2011-2025 (15 years)
Philadelphia Metro — Top Doctor
2021
Super Doctors — Super Doctor

Recognition & Leadership

Awards & Honors

Recognized annually in Philadelphia Magazine's Top Docs issue from 2011 through 2025

Clinical Focus

Subspecialties

Neuromuscular Medicine

Conditions & Treatments

Neuromuscular DiseaseALS & Motor Neuron DiseaseMuscular Dystrophy

Practice Details

Hospital Affiliations

University of Pennsylvania Hospital

Languages

English

Experience

25+ years in practice

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