Jennifer Vincenzo

Jennifer Vincenzo, Ph.D., M.P.H., PT, is an Assistant Professor in the Lewis E. Epley Jr. Department of Physical Therapy at the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) College of Health Professions. Her research focuses on falls prevention in older adults, addressing adherence to evidence-based practices through implementation science and public health strategies. She leads the development of a falls prevention self-management plan funded by the KL2 Mentored Research Career Development Award.

Education: Ph.D. in Kinesiology (University of Arkansas), M.P.H. (Southern Connecticut State University), B.S. in Physical Therapy (Quinnipiac College). Board-certified in Geriatric Physical Therapy, Health Education, Brain Injury Rehabilitation, and Dementia Management.

Awards include the UAMS Geriatric Junior Faculty Development Award. Her work emphasizes cross-cultural adaptations of fall prevention tools (e.g., Arabic STEADI materials) and explores barriers/facilitators to program adherence among diverse populations. Collaborates with interdisciplinary mentors across medicine, nursing, pharmacy, and implementation science.

Recent studies investigate racial disparities in healthcare utilization, virtual exercise modalities for Parkinson’s patients, and nursing home safety practices for obese residents. Her research bridges clinical practice and community health, prioritizing equity and aging-in-place strategies.