Amy B. Locke

Amy B. Locke, MD, FAAFP, is a clinical professor in the Department of Family & Preventive Medicine at the University of Utah. She serves as Chief Wellness Officer for University of Utah Health and Executive Director of the U of U Health Resiliency Center. Her career spans faculty roles at the University of Michigan (until 2015) and the University of Utah, where she focuses on integrative medicine, preventive care, and wellness initiatives. She holds board certifications in Family Medicine, Integrative Medicine, and Lifestyle Medicine.

Education:

• M.D. from University of Michigan Medical School
• B.A. in Biology from Indiana University
• Chief Resident in Family Medicine at both University of Michigan and University of Utah
• Completed the Health Science Leadership Development Program

Research & Clinical Focus: Dr. Locke prioritizes holistic health paradigms addressing nutrition, stress management, sleep, and mental health integration. Her work bridges conventional and integrative medicine to prevent and treat chronic illnesses. Key interests include adolescent healthcare, burnout prevention in healthcare workers, and community wellness programs.

Wellness Leadership: As Chief Wellness Officer, she oversees programs promoting professional fulfillment and community health. Initiatives include the Resiliency Center (supporting staff during the pandemic), the Wellness Bus outreach program, and the Driving Out Diabetes Initiative. Her strategies emphasize stress reduction, interprofessional collaboration, and systems-level wellness solutions.

Recognition:

• Named Chief Wellness Officer in 2020
• Leading nationally recognized wellness programs

Clinical Practice: Sees patients at Madsen Family Medicine for primary care and integrative/lifestyle consultations. Specializes in nutrition, mind-body medicine, and preventive care for all ages.