Michael J. Hasselberg

Michael J. Hasselberg, Ph.D., M.S., is a Professor in the Department of Psychiatry (School of Medicine and Dentistry) and Professor of Clinical Nursing (School of Nursing) at the University of Rochester. As Chief Digital Health Officer for UR Medicine and Co-director of the UR Health Lab, he leads initiatives integrating technology to transform healthcare delivery. His education includes a Ph.D. in Health Practice Research (2013) and M.S. as a Nurse Practitioner (2007), both from the University of Rochester School of Nursing.

His research focuses on digital health innovation, particularly telepsychiatry, AI-driven solutions, and remote patient monitoring. Key areas include: telehealth implementation for geriatric mental health, digital tools for behavioral health integration, and technology-enabled chronic disease management. He founded UR Medicine’s Telepsychiatry program and Project ECHO®, expanding access to specialized care in rural and underserved settings.

His publications (2013–2023) demonstrate a consistent focus on telehealth efficacy, behavioral health technology, and geriatric care innovation. Recent work emphasizes AI applications in electronic health records and patient engagement technologies.

• Awards: Top 50 in Digital Health (2021), Certified Nurse Award (2017), Robert Wood Johnson Fellowship, and 11 additional honors for leadership and research excellence.

He co-directs the UR Health Lab, securing grants to develop AI chatbots, VR/AR healthcare tools, and predictive analytics. The lab collaborates with Microsoft, GE, and academic institutions to advance precision medicine. No student advising details are provided.