About
Jennifer L. Claves, MD is a board-certified internist who has practiced in the Bryn Mawr area for her entire career, spanning more than 20 years. She earned her undergraduate degree in Biology from the State University of New York at Albany, graduating Magna Cum Laude with Phi Beta Kappa honors. She then earned her Doctorate of Medicine at Pennsylvania State University College of Medicine in 1997, where she gained membership in the Alpha Omega Alpha honor society. She completed both her internship and her Internal Medicine residency at Thomas Jefferson University Hospital in Philadelphia, where faculty selected her as Chief Medical Resident.
Dr. Claves holds certification from the American Board of Internal Medicine. She holds attending physician status at Main Line Health and maintains hospital affiliations with both Main Line Health - Bryn Mawr and Lankenau Medical Center. Since 2017, she has served as Medical Director of the Healthy Brain and Memory Center, reflecting her clinical interest in brain and memory health. Castle Connolly has recognized her as both a Top Doc and as an Exceptional Woman in Medicine, and Philadelphia Magazine and Main Line have each named her a Top Doc across multiple years. Outside the office, she enjoys skiing, running, cooking, traveling, and spending time with family.
Education & Training
Undergraduate
State University of New York at Albany - Bachelor of Science, Biology, Magna Cum Laude, Phi Beta Kappa, Dean's List, 1997
Medical School
Pennsylvania State University College of Medicine, Hershey, PA - Doctorate of Medicine, 1997 (Alpha Omega Alpha)
Residency
Thomas Jefferson University Hospital, Philadelphia, PA - Internal Medicine, 1998-2000, Chief Medical Resident
Additional Training
Internship: Thomas Jefferson University Hospital, Philadelphia, PA, 1997-1998
Certifications
Conditions Treated
Who is Dr. Claves right for?
Dr. Claves is a strong fit for adults seeking a long-term relationship with a seasoned internist. Patients managing chronic conditions benefit from her coordinated, prevention-first approach. Those with concerns about brain and memory health find particular depth in her expertise as Medical Director of the Healthy Brain and Memory Center. Her Main Line Health affiliations connect patients who need specialist referrals across three major Philadelphia health systems. Adults who want direct physician access after hours and on weekends will find her practice well-suited to their needs.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Dr. Claves specializes in internal medicine and preventive medicine. She focuses on chronic disease management, brain and memory health, and comprehensive wellness planning. Her prevention-first approach helps patients address health risks before they develop into serious conditions.
Yes, Dr. Claves holds certification from the American Board of Internal Medicine. She earned her medical degree from Pennsylvania State University College of Medicine and completed her residency at Thomas Jefferson University Hospital in Philadelphia, where faculty selected her as Chief Medical Resident.
Castle Connolly has recognized Dr. Claves as both a Top Doc and an Exceptional Woman in Medicine. Philadelphia Magazine and Main Line have each named her a Top Doc across multiple years. These recognitions reflect more than two decades of clinical work in the Philadelphia suburbs.
Dr. Claves has served as Medical Director of the Healthy Brain and Memory Center since 2017. This role reflects her focused clinical interest in brain and memory health. Patients with concerns about cognitive wellness or memory can draw on her depth of experience in this area.
Dr. Claves holds attending physician status at Main Line Health and maintains affiliations with Main Line Health - Bryn Mawr and Lankenau Medical Center. These affiliations connect her patients to specialists across three major Philadelphia health systems, making specialist coordination straightforward.
Dr. Claves has practiced in the Bryn Mawr area for her entire career, spanning more than 20 years. She has served the Philadelphia suburbs continuously since completing her residency training at Thomas Jefferson University Hospital.
Yes. Members reach Dr. Claves directly after hours and on weekends. This direct access is a core feature of her concierge practice model.
Dr. Claves manages a broad range of adult health conditions, including chronic diseases, cardiovascular risk factors, and memory and brain health concerns. She also delivers preventive care, coordinates hospital care, and develops custom wellness plans for each patient.
Doctor profile last updated March 21, 2026