Gina Merchant PhD

Gina Merchant, PhD, is a skilled professional in the fields of behavioral science and human-centered design, currently serving as Director of Design Research at Tandem Diabetes Care since October 2020. Merchant's expertise encompasses various roles, including Associate Director of Human Centered Design and type 2 diabetes initiatives, along with consulting for behavioral science and digital health. Additional involvement includes membership on the Scientific Advisory Council for WHOOP and advisory roles for Pollie and Rewire Fitness. Merchant previously held key positions at organizations such as One Drop, ResMed, and Headspace Inc., driving strategies for digital health interventions and patient engagement solutions. Academic credentials include a PhD in Public Health from UC San Diego, complemented by a Master's in Experimental Psychology and a Bachelor's in Psychology.