Amber Bennington, MD

Where are you from? Central Illinois.

Why did you choose the College of Medicine – Tucson Pediatrics Residency Program? The people I met while interviewing — everyone was great.

What are your current professional interests and career goals? General pediatrics, innovation and technology in medicine.

What are your personal interests and hobbies? My cats, Illya and Mister! Also some other random projects — most recently creating a retro gaming emulator made with raspberry pi.

What is your favorite thing about Tucson? Not too crowded, but has everything you need and want.

What are your non-medical goals during residency? Staying connected with family and friends despite the busy schedule.