Jennifer Hernandez-Meier

Jennifer Hernandez-Meier, PhD, MSW, is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Emergency Medicine at the Medical College of Wisconsin (MCW), where she contributes to research and public health initiatives through the Comprehensive Injury Center. She earned her PhD and MSW from the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee and a BS in Psychology with a minor in Criminal Justice from the University of Wisconsin-Madison.

• PhD, University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee
• MSW, University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee
• BS in Psychology, University of Wisconsin-Madison
• Certificate in Criminal Justice, University of Wisconsin-Madison

Her research focuses on injury and violence prevention, particularly addressing substance use disorders, firearm policies, and innovative interventions such as buprenorphine induction and naloxone prescribing in emergency settings. She applies implementation science frameworks to evaluate public health programs and strengthen cross-sector data sharing, especially between emergency departments and law enforcement. Her work often involves adapting models like the Cardiff Model for local violence prevention.

The trend in her recent publications (2018–2025) reflects a strong emphasis on integrating emergency care with public health systems to combat the opioid epidemic, prevent overdose, and improve data-driven violence prevention strategies. Her studies span clinical trials, implementation research, and epidemiological analyses, demonstrating interdisciplinary collaboration across emergency medicine, social work, and public policy.

Dr. Hernandez-Meier currently serves as President of the Midwest Injury Prevention Alliance, highlighting her leadership in the field. While no specific scientific awards are listed, her active role in high-impact research and professional organizations indicates significant recognition.

She has advised or collaborated on research involving substance use interventions, provider education, and policy evaluation. Her work is supported by institutional affiliations and collaborative grants, though specific funding sources are not detailed in the provided text. She has been instrumental in projects linking emergency department data with police records to improve real-time injury surveillance and prevention.

Her research is conducted within the Comprehensive Injury Center at MCW, a multidisciplinary hub focused on reducing injury and violence through research, education, and community engagement. The center supports collaborative teams working on firearm safety, opioid overdose prevention, and innovative emergency care models.