Where are you from?   

Suburbs of Chicago 

What do you love most about living in NYC?   

Constant energy and life inherent to the city make you want to get out and eat, enjoy the arts, and explore. 

What drew you to Cornell Radiology? 

Residents were people I would hang out with outside of work. Various sites rotated at to provide a well-rounded, rigorous training. Respect for the residents and  high quality of life with numerous benefits received. 

What are some of your favorite hobbies outside of work? 

Eating spicy food, book club, and open gym. 

Do you have any kids/pets? 

One plant I have kept alive for 13 months as of 7/24/24. 

Dream vacation? 

Thailand and Vietnam. 

Go-to Karaoke song? 

"Total Eclipse of the Heart." 

Favorite radiology sign? 

Spine sign (the first sign I learned as a med student so it's nostalgic). 


Elana Benishay
First Year Resident