Kristen Kiernan
About Kristen Kiernan
Kristen Kiernan serves as the Physical Therapist Manager at Hinge Health, where she has worked since 2020. She has extensive experience in physical therapy, having held various roles in reputable healthcare institutions and contributed to a digital health platform focused on musculoskeletal care.
Work at Hinge Health
Kristen Kiernan has served as the Physical Therapist Manager at Hinge Health since 2020. In this role, she manages a clinical care team that includes doctors of physical therapy, physicians, and board-certified health coaches. Hinge Health is a digital health platform focused on providing musculoskeletal care, and under Kiernan's management, the platform has raised $436 million in funding. The company collaborates with major employers such as Boeing, Salesforce, and US Foods to deliver digital musculoskeletal care solutions.
Previous Experience in Physical Therapy
Before joining Hinge Health, Kristen Kiernan held several positions in the field of physical therapy. She worked as a Physical Therapist II at NorthShore University HealthSystem from 2013 to 2017. Following that, she served as Lead Physical Therapist III at UC San Diego Health from 2018 to 2020. Kiernan also worked at Palomar Health as a Physical Therapist from 2017 to 2018 and began her career at ATI Physical Therapy from 2011 to 2013.
Education and Expertise
Kristen Kiernan earned her Doctor of Physical Therapy from Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center, completing her studies from 2008 to 2011. Prior to that, she obtained a Bachelor of Science in Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences from Texas Tech University, where she studied from 2005 to 2008. Her educational background provides her with a strong foundation in physical therapy and health sciences.
Innovations in Physical Therapy
Kiernan is part of a team that utilizes advanced wearable technology aimed at reducing musculoskeletal pain and minimizing opioid use. This innovative approach reflects her commitment to integrating technology into physical therapy practices, enhancing patient care and outcomes.