About
Jennifer Walden-Fain, MD earned her undergraduate degree in Biochemistry and Molecular Biology from Centre College in Danville, Kentucky, graduating Magna Cum Laude in 1992. She then completed her Doctorate of Medicine at the University of Louisville School of Medicine in 1996, graduating Cum Laude. Her medical training continued at Vanderbilt University, where she completed both her internship and internal medicine residency between 1996 and 1999. She holds board certification from the American Board of Internal Medicine and holds active licensure in Kentucky.
Dr. Walden-Fain earned membership in the Alpha Omega Alpha Medical Honor Society and has received Top Docs recognition from Louisville Magazine in 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, and 2016. She belongs to the American Medical Association, the American College of Physicians, the Kentucky Medical Association, and the Jefferson County Medical Society. Her clinical focus includes chronic condition management, particularly type 2 diabetes, high cholesterol, and hypertension. She believes a healthy future starts with focusing on wellness and prevention today, and she treats each patient as she would a close friend or family member.
Education & Training
Undergraduate
Centre College, Danville, KY — Bachelor of Science, Biochemistry and Molecular Biology, 1992, Magna Cum Laude
Medical School
University of Louisville, School of Medicine, Louisville, KY — Doctorate of Medicine, 1996, Cum Laude
Residency
Internal Medicine, Vanderbilt University, 1997-1999
Additional Training
Internship, Vanderbilt University, Department of Internal Medicine, Nashville, TN, 1996-1997
Certifications
Conditions Treated
Who is Dr. Walden-Fain right for?
Dr. Walden-Fain is a strong fit for adults who want a primary care physician deeply invested in prevention and long-term wellness. Patients managing chronic conditions like type 2 diabetes, high cholesterol, or hypertension benefit from her focused, hands-on approach. She works well with patients who want direct input into their own medical decisions. Those who value consistent access to the same physician, including after hours, will find her practice a natural fit.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Dr. Walden-Fain specializes in internal medicine with a strong focus on chronic condition management. She treats patients with type 2 diabetes, high cholesterol, and hypertension. Her approach emphasizes early intervention and prevention to help patients maintain better control over these conditions long term.
Yes, Dr. Walden-Fain holds board certification from the American Board of Internal Medicine. She earned her medical degree from the University of Louisville School of Medicine and completed her residency training at Vanderbilt University.
Dr. Walden-Fain earned her MD from the University of Louisville School of Medicine, graduating Cum Laude in 1996. She completed both her internship and internal medicine residency at Vanderbilt University between 1996 and 1999.
Dr. Walden-Fain treats her patients as she would friends and family. She takes time to understand each person's concerns and actively involves patients in their medical decision-making. Her philosophy centers on wellness and prevention as the foundation for long-term health.
Yes, Louisville Magazine has named Dr. Walden-Fain a Top Doc five times, in 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, and 2016. She also earned membership in the Alpha Omega Alpha Medical Honor Society during her medical training.
Dr. Walden-Fain is a member of the American Medical Association, the American College of Physicians, the Kentucky Medical Association, and the Jefferson County Medical Society. These memberships reflect her ongoing engagement with the broader internal medicine community.
Yes. Dr. Walden-Fain serves as your dedicated physician. Her practice does not substitute nurse practitioners or physician assistants for office visits. You see Dr. Walden-Fain directly each time you come in.
Yes. Dr. Walden-Fain is reachable by phone after hours and on weekends. Members can contact her directly for urgent concerns without waiting until the next business day.
Doctor profile last updated April 11, 2026