Jayne Viets-Upchurch

Dr. Jayne Viets-Upchurch is an Associate Professor in the Department of Emergency Medicine at MD Anderson Cancer Center. She joined MD Anderson as a Clinical Specialist in March 2008 and has been in her current role since June 2012. Her academic background includes a Doctor of Medicine (MD) from the University of Texas Medical School at Houston (1994) and a Master's in Public Accounting from the University of Texas, Austin (1984).

• Education: MD from University of Texas Medical School at Houston (1994)
• Postgraduate Training: Clinical Residency in Internal Medicine/Pediatrics at The University of Texas Medical Foundation, Houston (1994–1998)
• Certifications: Board Certified in Internal Medicine

Her clinical and research focus centers on wellness initiatives and goal concordant care, emphasizing alignment between patient values and clinical decision-making. These interests bridge preventive health strategies with personalized care models in emergency medicine settings.