Lauren Jenkins is a dedicated and compassionate physician assistant with a strong commitment to providing exceptional care to pediatric patients. Originally from Inglewood, California, Lauren moved to Arizona at the age of 12 and has since made it her home. She earned her Bachelor of Science in Applied Biological Sciences summa cum laude from Arizona State University and went on to complete her Master of Physician Assistant Studies at Northern Arizona University. Lauren has always had a deep passion for working with children and their families. Her clinical care is grounded in evidence-based medicine, but it’s her ability to connect—listening carefully, advocating fiercely, and approaching every case with empathy and excellence—that sets her apart.