Jennifer T. Fink, PhD, MS

Education

PhD, Urban Studies, University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee, 2014
MS, Organizational Leadership and Quality, Marian University, 2006
BS, Psychology with a minor in Secondary Education and History, Carroll University, 1998

Speaker Topics

• Health Services Research
• Behavioral Economics - Employee Wellness
• Preventive Medicine and Health Promotion
• Healthcare Leadership
• Food as Medicine

Interests & Expertise

Dr. Jennifer Fink is a dedicated researcher specializing in advancing health and wellness through innovative approaches to health services and preventive care. With expertise in Health Services Research, Dr. Fink focuses on improving healthcare delivery systems to enhance patient outcomes and equity.

Her work in Behavioral Economics is particularly impactful in the realm of employee wellness. By integrating behavioral science principles, Dr. Fink designs and evaluates programs that motivate sustainable lifestyle changes, fostering healthier workplaces and communities.

A champion of Preventive Medicine and Health Promotion, Dr. Fink’s research underscores the importance of proactive interventions in reducing chronic disease burden. Her evidence-based strategies empower individuals to take control of their health through accessible, practical solutions.

As an advocate of the Food as Medicine movement, Dr. Fink explores the transformative role of nutrition in managing and preventing chronic conditions. Her work examines the impact of medically tailored meals on health outcomes, particularly among vulnerable populations.

Through her multifaceted expertise, Dr. Fink is driving meaningful change in healthcare, bridging gaps between research and practice to improve lives and build healthier communities.

Selected Publications

Hoppe KK, Smith M, Birstler J, Kim K, Sullivan-Vedder L, LaMantia JN, Sinaise MR, Swenson M, Fink J, Haggart R, McBride P. Effect of a Telephone Health Coaching Intervention on Hypertension Control in Young Adults: The MyHEART Randomized Clinical Trial. JAMA network open. 2023 Feb 1;6(2):e2255618-.

Fink, J., Zabawa, B., & Chopp, S. Employee Perceptions of Wellness Programs and Incentives. American Journal of Health Promotion. 2020; 34(3), 257-260.

Fink J., Burns, J., AC, P. M., Kram, J. J. F., Armstrong, M., Chopp, S., ... & Conway, N. (2020). A Quality Brief of an Oncological Multisite Massage and Acupuncture Therapy Program to Improve Cancer-Related Outcomes. Journal of Alternative and Complementary Medicine (New York, NY), 26(9), 820-824.

Fink, J. T., Magnan, E. M., Johnson, H. M., Bednarz, L. M., Allen, G. O., Greenlee, R. T., & Smith, M. A. (2018). Blood Pressure Control and Other Quality of Care Metrics for Patients with Obesity and Diabetes: A Population-Based Cohort Study. High blood pressure & cardiovascular prevention: the official journal of the Italian Society of Hypertension.

Bowie O, Kusch J, Morris GL 3rd, Flood T, Gill J, Walker RE, Cisler RA, *Fink J. T. Patient barriers for weight management among African American women. J Patient Cent Res Rev. 2018;5:287-97. DOI: 10.17294/2330-0698.1643

Magnan E., Bolt, D., Greenlee, R., Fink, J., Smith, M. (2018) Stratifying Patients with Diabetes into Clinically Relevant Groups by Combination of Chronic Conditions to Identify Gaps in Quality of Care. Health Services Research. DOI: 10.1111/1475-6773.1260

Walker, R., Kusch, J., Fink, J.T., Nelson, D.A., Morris III, G., Skalla, J., Cisler, R.A. (2018) Facilitating Factors and Barriers to Weight Management in Women: Physician Perspectives. Journal of Patient-Centered Research and Reviews. DOI: 10.17294/2330-0698.1495.

Research Funding

MyHEART Young Adult Hypertension Self-Management Randomized: National Institutes of Health: Co-PI 1/2018-1/2022: $710,468.

Title: Empowering Patients with Personalized Knowledge Using Patient-Centered Design and Artificial Intelligent Technologies: Funding Source: UWM CHS SEED grant 07/2017-12/2019: Funding Amount: $14,600

Professional Memberships

• American College of Healthcare Executives (ACHE) Wisconsin Board of Directors – 2018 to present
• Adaptive Community Approach Program (ACAP) Board Member (2018-Present)

Awards and Honors

Award for best reviewer, American Journal of Preventive Medicine
American College of Health Care Executives Wisconsin Service Award, 2024