Current Housestaff
Pediatric Chief Residents
Brendan Clair, MD
Bio
Dr. Clair was raised in Somers, NY. He attended the University of Alabama (Roll Tide!)
where he received a BS in Mathematics. While in college, his family relocated to Franklin,
TN, which led him to enrolling at UTHSC for medical school. In his free time, he enjoys
cheering on his beloved Crimson Tide and Pittsburgh Steelers, playing restaurant trivia,
and “nerding out” over Harry Potter and Marvel Cinematic Universe. He is thrilled
to continue his training at Le Bonheur.
Kristin Deneen, MD
Bio
Dr. Deneen is a native Tennessean originally from Nashville. She moved to Birmingham,
AL, where she completed her major in Biology with a minor in Music Performance, and
her medical training at UAB Heersink School of Medicine. As a classically trained
opera singer, she enjoyed performing during her undergrad years and continues to sing
whenever possible. In her spare time, she enjoys baking, painting, hiking with her
husband Nicholas, and reading as often as possible with her cat Miko.
Lauren Duncanson, MD
Bio
Dr. Duncanson was born and raised in Gainesville, FL, and attended the University
of Florida for undergrad. Go Gators! She graduated with a degree in economics but
had always planned on going to medical school. She moved to Tampa to attend the University
of South Florida for med school. Lauren is very excited to be heading to Memphis to
experience her first year with true seasons! She “couples matched” with her boyfriend
Thomas, who is in EM. They are excited to explore the area together. Some of her favorite
things are college sports, outdoor activities (camping, hiking, etc.) as well as a
good book or Netflix binge.