About Dr. Fink-Samnick

Dr. Ellen Fink-Samnick is an award-winning industry subject matter expert on ethics, competency-based case management, integrated care, interprofessional teams, quality management, trauma-informed leadership, and wholistic health equity. Her impressive 40-year career has been devoted to empowering case management knowledge acquisition across multiple roles.

Dr. Fink-Samnick is known for her fierce professional voice and has established herself as Case Management's foremost Ethical Compass. She has served as a practitioner and organizational leader, then evolved into roles as a consultant, content developer, educator, and professional speaker.

She is the author of 5 books, plus countless chapters, articles, and knowledge products. Her work provides practical approaches to addressing healthcare's most compelling ethical dilemmas through innovative templates, original models, and real-life case scenarios.

Areas of Expertise

Ethics in Healthcare Case Management Integrated Care Interprofessional Teams Quality Management Trauma-Informed Leadership Health Equity Social Determinants of Health

Dr. Fink-Samnick's expertise spans the full spectrum of case management practice, from ethical decision-making frameworks to practical implementation strategies. Her work addresses complex healthcare challenges including diversity, equity, inclusion, justice, workplace dynamics, health information technology, and interstate practice considerations.

Academic & Teaching Roles

Faculty Appointments
Multiple Universities
Academic appointments include roles with Cummings Graduate Institute of Behavioral Health Studies, George Mason University's College of Public Health, and the University of Buffalo School of Social Work.
Clinical Supervision Trainer & Instructor
National Association of Social Workers
Providing clinical supervision training and instruction for NASW of Virginia and Metro DC, developing the next generation of social work professionals.

Published Books

The Ethical Case Manager: Tools and Tactics
The Ethical Case Manager
2023 • Latest Release
Case Management Excellence
Case Management Excellence
Professional Guide
Trauma-Informed Leadership
Trauma-Informed Leadership
Healthcare Innovation
Integrated Care Models
Integrated Care Models
Clinical Practice

Current Leadership & Roles

Lead - Social Determinants of Health Community
Rise Association
Moderator - Ellen's Ethical Lens™
LinkedIn Professional Community
Author - Ellen's Interprofessional Insights
Professional Blog
Consultant
Case Management Institute
Moderator
Case Managers Community