Jennifer L. Vincenzo

Jennifer L. Vincenzo is an Associate Professor in the Department of Physical Therapy at the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) College of Health Professions. Her research focuses on implementation science, fall prevention, and health promotion for aging adults. She holds a PT license, an MPH, and a Ph.D., specializing in geriatric rehabilitation. Dr. Vincenzo has received prestigious awards including the KL2 Mentored Research Scholar Award (2019–2022) and the K76 Paul B. Beeson Emerging Leaders in Aging Career Development Award (2022–2027), totaling over $1 million in funding to support her work on the CDC’s STEADI program implementation.

• Affiliations: UAMS, Arkansas State Advocate for APTA-Geriatrics, National Council on Aging Task Force, and Governor’s Advisory Council on Aging (Arkansas).
• Education: PT, MPH, Ph.D.
• Research Interests: Fall prevention strategies, implementation science, aging populations, and mobility in neurological conditions.
• Grants/Awards: Over $1M in grants for STEADI program adaptation, KL2 and K76 awards.
• Service: Former chair of APTA’s Balance and Falls SIG, board director for APTA-Geriatrics.

Her work emphasizes translating evidence-based practices into clinical settings, with a focus on reducing health disparities and improving outcomes for older adults. Dr. Vincenzo has published 35 peer-reviewed articles, contributed to 62 conference posters, and given 43 invited presentations, reflecting her national and international impact in geriatric physical therapy.