Sophie Nathenson is a Medical Sociologist, professor, and consultant based in Portland, Oregon. She is the founder and Director of the Bachelor's of Science in Population Health Management program and faculty in the Masters of Science in Allied Health program at Oregon Tech. She is also the owner of Widespread Wellness Consulting, providing career mentorship and education for individuals and groups working on promoting social, physical, emotional, and mental wellbeing.
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