Justin Hooks
HE / HIM / HIS
Justin Hooks is a transformational healthcare leader, educator, and keynote speaker on gender-affirming care with over 20 years of experience spanning emergency medicine, primary care, and clinical research. His advocacy stems from personal discrimination, driving his mission to eliminate barriers and educate providers on affirming care—ensuring compassionate healthcare for all.
To transform patient care by ensuring everyone has access to compassionate, affirming, and equitable healthcare.
Popular Talks
The Genderbread Person: LGBTQIA+ care
Join Justin Hooks, FNP-BC AAHIVS HIV PCP CCEMT-P I/C, for an enlightening presentation on providing inclusive healthcare to LGBTQIA+ individuals. Learn essential terminology, explore unique healthcare needs and disparities, and discover practical strategies for creating supportive environments. Enhance your communication techniques and become an advocate for LGBTQIA-inclusive care. Empower yourself to make a positive impact in your healthcare setting.
Healing Past Wounds: Addressing Historical Injustices Against Sexual and Gender Minorities in Psychiatric Nursing
This keynote explores the historical mistreatment of sexual and gender minorities in psychiatric care, shedding light on past injustices that have shaped present-day healthcare disparities. By examining the evolution of psychiatric practices, attendees will gain a deeper understanding of the systemic barriers that continue to impact LGBTQIA+ individuals. The session will provide actionable strategies to foster culturally competent, affirming, and ethical care, ensuring that the future of psychiatric nursing is one of inclusion, respect, and healing.
Addressing Historical Injustices Against Sexual and Gender Minorities
Throughout history, sexual and gender minorities have faced systemic discrimination, marginalization, and harmful medical practices that have left lasting impacts on healthcare equity. This keynote explores these historical injustices, their influence on present-day healthcare disparities, and the path forward in creating inclusive, affirming environments. Through education, advocacy, and actionable change, we can work to heal past wounds and ensure a future where all individuals receive the compassionate, equitable care they deserve.
Consulting
At Hooks Consulting, LLC, our mission is to elevate the standard of healthcare excellence by partnering with organizations and providers across Upper Midwest USA and beyond. Through our medically licensed, board certified expertise and personalized guidance, we empower healthcare entities to enhance service delivery and elevate patient outcomes. Committed to innovation, integrity, and collaboration, we strive to be the trusted advisors driving positive transformation in the healthcare landscape, ultimately fostering healthier communities and brighter futures for all.
“I’ve had the privilege of working alongside Justin on the MICNP Education Committee and have been consistently impressed by his dedication to advancing inclusive healthcare. Justin is a passionate advocate for the LGBTQIA+ community and a dynamic speaker whose expertise in healthcare and education leaves a lasting impact. His ability to connect with audiences and inspire action is truly remarkable. I highly recommend Justin for his unwavering commitment to improving healthcare equity and his exceptional leadership skills.”
– Jen McConnell, Dual Board Certified Nurse Practitioner
“Justin and I worked together for many years in EMS. He excelled and advanced throughout his healthcare career by committing himself to higher education until he achieved his NP status and continuing to devote himself to whatever job he was engaged with. Justin is passionate about healthcare and will always be a high-quality professional. I was honored to work with him for many years, and I know others now have the same experience with him. Justin is worthy of my recommendation!”
– Laurie Thiel, CEO at Mobile Medical Response Ambulance Service
“Justin is an experienced provider with a background in critical care transport and EMS and a longtime collegiate faculty member and researcher. He has continued to advance his education throughout his career and has developed a passion and expertise in caring for and advocating the health needs of LGBTQIA+ patients.”
– Matthew Guy, DNP, AGACNP-BC, Acute Care NP
“It’s my great pleasure to recommend Justin Hooks. I have known and worked with Justin Hooks at Baker College for many years. I’ve been extremely impressed with Justin’s skills as an educator, commitment to the students, and his dedication towards education and learning. Our students loved Justin. He is a very caring and sensitive teacher who would go out of his way to help students. With his inherent enthusiasm, positive energy, and attentiveness to students’ needs, and his Clinical and Nursing experience, I see him rising in the field of Health Science education, He builds an inclusive and safe learning community in his classroom. Just what we all need in a faculty!”
– Dr. Manisha Sharan PhD, Higher Education Science Program Director
Justin Hooks is a transformational healthcare leader, educator, and keynote speaker with over 20 years of experience spanning emergency medicine, primary care, and clinical research.
As a retired paramedic turned board-certified family nurse practitioner, he leverages his expertise to drive innovation in patient care, program development, and healthcare education.
As a faculty member and clinical preceptor, Justin has trained and mentored future nurses and healthcare professionals, equipping them with the skills needed to excel in dynamic care environments.
A published author and researcher, his work explores advancements in patient care, quality improvement, and LGBTQIA+ health. His lived experience as an LGBTQIA+ clinician serves as his commitment to inclusive care, particularly in chronic disease management and health equity.
With a unique blend of clinical expertise, leadership, and research, Justin is driven to advance medical innovation, improve patient outcomes, and lead impactful healthcare initiatives that make a difference in communities.
Let’s collaborate to ensure a transformative experience.