Biographical summary
Jennifer Joy Hartman, M.D., is an Assistant Professor of Family Medicine at Mayo Clinic College of Medicine and Science and a consultant in the Department of Family Medicine at Mayo Clinic in Rochester, Minnesota. Dr. Hartman provides acute care access for patients with urgent medical needs, offering timely evaluation and treatment for a wide range of concerns. She is committed to delivering compassionate, evidence-based care that prioritizes patient safety, clear communication, and appropriate follow-up for people in Rochester and surrounding areas.
Her approach emphasizes empowering patients with practical information so they can participate confidently in their care.
Areas of expertise
Dr. Hartman focuses on helping patients receive the right care at the right time. Her clinical expertise includes:
- Urgent medical needs: Same-day evaluation and management for acute illness and injuries
- Infectious conditions: Diagnosis and treatment of common infections
- Pain management: Addressing acute musculoskeletal and other pain concerns
- Mental health concerns: Immediate support for anxiety, depression, and related conditions
Research and professional highlights
Dr. Hartman is board-certified in family medicine by the American Board of Family Medicine and has completed additional certification through Mayo Clinic Quality Academy. She has a passion for education, having developed an urgent care curriculum for family medicine residents and participated in mentoring roles for medical and nurse practitioner students. Her academic interests include diversity in medicine, preventive care, and clinical quality improvement.
She has also presented research nationally and published in peer-reviewed journals on topics including clinical screening methods and patient outcomes.
Interests
Mayo Clinic locations
Education
- 2000
ResidentFamily Medicine, Programs in Rochester, Mayo School of Graduate Medical Education, Mayo Clinic College of Medicine
- 2000
Resident - Family MedicineMayo Graduate School of Medicine, Mayo Clinic College of Medicine
- 1997
MDUniversity of Minnesota Medical School
- 1993
BA - Biology and SociologyUniversity of St. Thomas
Activities and honors
Certifications
- 2000
Family MedicineAmerican Board of Family Medicine
Awards and honors
- 2000
Chief ResidentMayo Graduate School of Medicine, Mayo Clinic College of Medicine and Science, Department of Education Administration
- 1993
Magna cum LaudeUniversity of St. Thomas
Professional memberships
- 2022 - present
MemberEquity Inclusion and Diversity Committee
- 2022 - present
Physician LeadSTAR Providers
- 2021 - present
Physician ChairPrimary Care Protocol Review Group
- 2003 - 2016
Family Medicine RepresentativeGuideline Implementation Team, Urgent Care Center
- 1999 - 2000
MemberGraduate Education Committee, Mayo Graduate School of Medicine, Mayo Clinic College of Medicine and Science
- 1999 - 2000
MemberDiabetes Implementation Team, Kasson Mayo Family Practice Clinic, Department of Family Medicine
- 1998 - 2000
MemberUndergraduate Education Committee, Mayo Medical School, Mayo Clinic College of Medicine and Science
- 1998 - 2000
MemberInterest Group, Department of Family Medicine, Mayo Medical School
- 1997 - present
MemberAmerican Medical Association
- 1997 - present
MemberMinnesota Medical Association
- 1997 - present
MemberZumbro Valley Chapter, Minnesota Medical Association
- 1994 - present
MemberAmerican Academy of Family Physicians
Publications