Kirsti Elina Hemminki (born August 22, 1948) is a Finnish academic who was trained in medicine and public health. She has wide research experience in health services and epidemiological research. Her research interests include use, determinants and consequences of medical technology, particularly in the field of preventive services. Many of her examples come from women’s and children’s health and drugs (medicines). She is interested in health services trials, and how ethical and governance rules apply to them. Her other research interests have included research policy and research regulation.