Jessica Thomas, Ms, Nbc Hwc
About Jessica Thomas, Ms, Nbc Hwc
Jessica Thomas is a Remote Health Coach Manager at Hinge Health, where she has worked since 2019. She has a background in nutrition and dietetics, with previous roles at UPMC and the US Air Force, and has contributed to the clinical validation of digital health solutions.
Work at Hinge Health
Jessica Thomas serves as the Remote Health Coach Manager at Hinge Health, a position she has held since 2019. In this role, she contributes to the clinical validation of digital musculoskeletal solutions, which have been recognized in peer-reviewed studies for their effectiveness in reducing chronic pain and opioid use. Jessica is part of a collaborative team that works with researchers from esteemed institutions, including Stanford University and the University of California, San Francisco. Hinge Health partners with four out of five employers to provide digital musculoskeletal solutions and has successfully raised $436 million in funding to enhance its digital health offerings.
Previous Experience at UPMC
Prior to her role at Hinge Health, Jessica Thomas worked at UPMC in various capacities. She served as a Dietetic Technician at Presbyterian Hospital from 2013 to 2016. Following this, she worked as an On-Site Health Coach for UPMC WorkPartners at Fairchild Air Force Base from 2016 to 2019. Additionally, she held the position of Health Promotion Events Specialist at UPMC Health Plan for eight months in 2016, where she was involved in organizing health-related events.
Educational Background
Jessica Thomas earned her Bachelor of Science degree in Nutrition and Dietetics from the University of Pittsburgh, completing her studies from 2010 to 2014. She furthered her education by obtaining a Master’s Degree in Exercise Science and Health Promotion from PennWest California, which she completed in 2017. Her foundational education includes graduating from North Hills High School in 2010.
Internship Experience
During her academic journey, Jessica Thomas gained practical experience as a Nutrition Intern at Carnegie Mellon University in 2013. This internship lasted for six months and took place at Passavant Hospital, providing her with valuable insights into the field of nutrition.