Medical Background
After seven years of combined medical studies and PhD research, Dr. Jenni graduated as a medical doctor in 2016 and defended her thesis in 2017.
From the early stages of her medical studies, Dr. Jenni conducted concurrent research at the University of Helsinki, working with the renowned metabolic researcher Prof. Hannele Yki-Järvinen. She focused on metabolic disorders like diabetes, metabolic syndrome, and non-alcoholic fatty liver disease, examining their interplay with lifestyle and genetics. Just a year after obtaining her MD degree, she defended her doctoral thesis in 2017.
After becoming a medical doctor, Dr. Jenni worked at emergency care centers in Finland, providing on-call medical services. While passionate about emergency care, she felt a stronger calling to make a lasting impact in chronic disease management and whole health.
Dr. Jenni's commitment to holistic well-being grew as she trained at the reputable Helsingin Uniklinikka sleep clinic under the guidance of renowned neurologist Prof. Markku Partinen. This experience allowed her to explore the intricacies of sleep medicine, nervous system disorders, and the management of sleep-related issues within the context of lifestyle.
In 2018, she pursued integrative medicine studies in California, USA, graduating from the Academy of Integrative Health and Medicine in 2020. Known for its rigorous, science-backed approach, it mirrors Dr. Jenni's commitment to holistic, evidence-based care—a journey she passionately upholds. She's also a certified health coach and a HeartMath practitioner, constantly expanding her toolkit for a well-rounded, patient-focused approach to health.
"I have the pleasure to know Dr. Jenni Hyysalo. I am impressed with her sophisticated scientific knowledge of the mind/body unity, her understanding of how psychological and social factors affect our health, and with her commitment to bring this awareness into clinical practice in an evidence-based, holistic way.
As a long-term student and medical practitioner of mind/body health, I know the benefits of such an approach to facing physical and/or mental health challenges, an approach that goes beyond symptoms and simple diagnoses to address causes and the possibility of deep healing. ”
Dr. Gabor Maté, physician, public speaker, and bestselling author of five books, published internationally in 35 languages on five continents. He is the creator of the psychotherapeutic approach 'Compassionate Inquiry’.