About
Dr. Jennifer Wurst has practiced family medicine in Northern Ohio since 2000, bringing a depth of experience to every patient visit. She earned her Bachelor of Science in Biology, Summa Cum Laude, from Case Western Reserve University in 1993 and her Doctorate of Medicine from the same institution in 2000. She completed her internship and Family Medicine residency at Barberton Citizen's Hospital in Barberton, Ohio.
Dr. Wurst holds board certifications from both the American Board of Family Medicine and the American Board of Integrative Medicine. That dual certification gives her a broad clinical toolbox she applies to weight management, nutrition, and women's health. She serves as a Clinical Assistant Professor at Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine, a role she has held since 2014. She previously served as Chairperson of the Department of Family Medicine at Parma Community General Hospital and as a Physician Member of the Board of Directors at UH Parma Medical Center. Outside the clinic, she holds a fourth-degree black sash in Shaolin kung fu and enjoys reading, music, travel, and needlework.
Education & Training
Undergraduate
Case Western Reserve University, Bachelor of Science, Biology, Summa Cum Laude 1993
Medical School
Case Western Reserve University, Doctorate of Medicine 2000
Residency
Family Medicine, Barberton Citizen's Hospital, Barberton, OH 2001-2003
Additional Training
Internship, Barberton Citizen's Hospital, Barberton, OH 2000-2001; Clinical Assistant Professor, Case Western Reserve University, School of Medicine 2014-present
Certifications
Conditions Treated
Who is Dr. Wurst right for?
Dr. Wurst is a strong fit for adults seeking a whole-person approach to primary and preventive care. Patients focused on weight management, nutrition, or women's health will find her clinical interests closely aligned with their goals. Her integrative medicine certification makes her well-suited for patients who want both conventional and complementary care options. She works well with patients who value a long-term relationship with a single dedicated physician.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Dr. Wurst focuses on weight management, obesity, nutritional disorders, and women's health conditions. She also applies her integrative medicine training to preventive care and chronic disease management. Her dual board certifications in Family Medicine and Integrative Medicine give her a broad range of clinical tools.
Yes. Dr. Wurst holds board certifications from the American Board of Family Medicine and the American Board of Integrative Medicine. She earned both certifications after completing her medical training at Case Western Reserve University and her residency at Barberton Citizen's Hospital.
Dr. Wurst takes a holistic approach, caring for the whole person rather than focusing on isolated symptoms. She integrates conventional medicine with complementary therapies and collaborates with chiropractors, massage therapists, acupuncturists, and dietitians on behalf of her patients.
Yes. Dr. Wurst is board-certified in integrative medicine and actively coordinates care with outside providers including chiropractors, massage therapists, acupuncturists, and dietitians. She uses this network to offer patients a wider range of solutions.
Dr. Wurst earned her Doctorate of Medicine from Case Western Reserve University in 2000. She completed her internship and Family Medicine residency at Barberton Citizen's Hospital in Barberton, Ohio, finishing in 2003.
Yes. Dr. Wurst has served as a Clinical Assistant Professor at Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine since 2014. She also holds staff privileges at University Hospitals Parma Medical Center and previously served on the Board of Directors there.
Dr. Wurst has practiced in Northern Ohio since 2000. That gives her more than two decades of experience caring for patients in the Fairlawn and greater Akron area.
Dr. Wurst offers comprehensive women's care as one of her primary clinical focus areas. This includes preventive screenings, wellness visits, and management of women's health conditions. Her integrative approach allows her to address women's health from multiple angles.
Doctor profile last updated April 11, 2026