Jennifer L. Beal

Jennifer L. Beal, DO, is a Clinical Assistant Professor of Internal Medicine at the University of Michigan Medical School, affiliated with the Department of Internal Medicine. She is board certified in internal and geriatric medicine.

• Education: Michigan State University College of Osteopathic Medicine
• Fellowship: Geriatric Medicine, University of Michigan (2013)

Her research focuses on geriatric care, emphasizing medication deprescribing in long-term and nursing home settings, quality improvement initiatives, and patient safety. She collaborates on projects addressing medication risks (e.g., antihistamines, donepezil, proton pump inhibitors) and systemic interventions to reduce hospital readmissions.

Recent work trends include optimizing pharmacological practices in nursing homes, leveraging telehealth for post-discharge follow-ups, and mitigating hypoglycemia risks in geriatric patients through deprescribing protocols.

She previously served as an attending Internal Medicine and Geriatric Physician at Millennium Medical Group West-Livonia, providing care in nursing homes, home visits, and hospital coverage.