Michael I. Fingerhood

Dr. Michael I. Fingerhood is a Professor at the Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, specializing in substance use disorders and HIV care. Based at Johns Hopkins Bayview Hospital, his research focuses on medication-assisted treatment (MAT) for opioid use disorder (OUD), clinical decision support systems, and public health policy implementation in correctional settings. He earned his MD from Albert Einstein College of Medicine (1986) and BA from Johns Hopkins University (1982).

His work emphasizes opioid overdose prevention, telehealth in addiction care, and health equity for vulnerable populations. Recent studies examine state-mandated OUD treatment in Maryland jails, buprenorphine-naloxone dosing protocols, and incentive-based HIV viral suppression strategies. Key collaborations include Health Affairs, Applied Clinical Informatics, and AIDS and Behavior journals.

Dr. Fingerhood actively contributes to policy evaluation and quality improvement in healthcare delivery, with a focus on integrating addiction services into primary care and correctional systems. His research highlights gaps in care, telehealth adoption, and patient-centered interventions.