who i am…
I'm Nikki Vinckier, an OB/GYN Physician Assistant, author, educator, and reproductive health advocate dedicated to making healthcare more accessible, inclusive, and patient-centered.
After more than a decade in clinical practice, I founded Take Back Trust, a digital platform that helps people navigate reproductive healthcare with confidence through evidence-based education, visit-planning tools, and patient advocacy resources.
Beyond the exam room, I create content, write, speak, and consult on reproductive health, health equity, and public policy. My work focuses on breaking down stigma, translating complex medical information into language people can actually use, and helping organizations tell stories that move people to action. My writing and commentary have appeared in outlets including HuffPost, Newsweek, Detroit Free Press, Gander Newsroom, and Courier News.
I'm the author of We Deserve More: Why Reproductive Healthcare Is Broken and What You Can Do About It and its companion, We Deserve More Workbook, practical resources designed to help people feel informed, respected, and empowered every time they interact with the healthcare system.
I earned my Master's in Physician Assistant Studies from the University of Southern California and my bachelor's degree from the University of Michigan. I live in Metro Detroit with my husband, three kids, our rescue dog, Harby, and our foster fail black cat, Shadow.
