Jessica L. Krok-Schoen, PhD, MA, FGA
Associate Professor
Division of Health Sciences
M & P Mentor Status
1190C Graves Hall
333 W. 10th Ave.
Columbus, Ohio 43210
Professional Areas of Interest
- Geriatric Oncology
- Cancer Survivorship
- Symptom Management
- Lifestyle Behaviors
- Health Disparities
Overview
My research focuses on the health of older adults, particularly older cancer survivors. My research threads of geriatrics and cancer survivorship interest into the growing field of geriatric oncology. Despite accounting for 67% of cancer survivors, older cancer survivors are vastly understudied, particularly their health outcomes. My work examines the negative health outcomes (e.g., poor health behaviors, functional limitations, symptom burden) experienced by older adults during and after cancer treatment. I prioritize solving these complex problems by 1) identifying predictors of these negative outcomes through primary and secondary data and 2) designing and implementing randomized controlled trials that contribute essential evidence regarding effective interventions. My research is interdisciplinary, and I regularly collaborate with experts in health and medical fields to approach these complicated scientific questions.
Major Awards
- 2026, Recipient, The Ohio State University College of Medicine Widening Impact in Medicine and Science (WIMS) 2026 Emerging Researcher Award.
- 2024, Fellow status, Gerontological Society of America.
- 2024, Recipient, BJ Kennedy Award for best poster, International Society of Geriatric Oncology annual conference.
- 2023, Outstanding New Investigator Award, The Ohio State University School of Health and Rehabilitation Sciences
- 2022, Ohio Association of Gerontology and Education Educator of the Year.
Education
- August 2012, PhD, Aging Studies, University of South Florida
- August 2008, MA, Gerontology, University of South Florida
- March 2007, BA, Psychology, Ohio University
My Links
X (formerly Twitter): @KrokSchoen