Kenya D. Palmer Emrich

Kenya D. Palmer Emrich is an Instructor and Track Coordinator for the Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP) Specialty Track at the MGH Institute of Health Professions. She teaches core primary care courses and coordinates the FNP track seminar series. Her expertise lies in obesity medicine, nutrition, and health interventions targeting African-American populations. She holds certifications as a Board Certified Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP-BC), Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS), and National Board Certified Health and Wellness Coach (NBC-HWC).

• Bachelor of Science in Rehabilitation Sciences (Boston University)
• Master of Science in Exercise Science (Syracuse University)
• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (MGH IHP)
• Master of Science in Nursing (MGH IHP)

Her research focuses on obesity prevention in African-American mother-daughter relationships, stress-related eating behaviors, and cardiometabolic health. She has presented at major conferences like the American Academy of Nurse Practitioners National Conference on obesity management strategies and lifestyle interventions.

• DAISY Faculty Award (2022)
• Excellence In Nurse Leadership (2021)

Ms. Emrich actively contributes to clinical education and has been honored for her innovative approaches to healthcare leadership and patient care practices.