Chrissy J, MD
Physician. Educator. Advocate
Welcome
Welcome to a place where prevention, empowerment, and equity are at the heart of every patient journey, where we believe that everyone deserves access to the tools and support needed to achieve optimal health, no matter their background, zip code, or circumstances.
I'm Dr. J and I help busy professionals, caregivers, and people who want to be intentional about their health move from feeling unheard and stuck in one-size-fits-all healthcare to feeling seen, supported, and empowered to create lasting, sustainable health change through relationship-centered care grounded in evidence-based medicine and shaped around who they are, what matters to them, and the life they actually live.
Bringing Health to You
Equity is not only a noun, it's a verb.
We believe in bringing opportunities for all people to thrive.
Dr. J offers multiple levels of support.
Are you ready to thrive?
Together, we’ll break down barriers to wellness and create lasting, transformative change
using our exclusive LivingScripts method to make health accessible to all.
The LivingScripts Method is a relationship-centered approach to evidence-based medicine that places the whole person at the center of care. Rather than asking patients to fit themselves into a rigid program, we build care around who they authentically are incorporating their values, lifestyle, responsibilities, goals, needs, and lived experiences.
Whether through our concierge medicine program or our health coaching offerings, we take the time to understand the full picture to create personalized, realistic pathways to health that honor each person’s life and capacity. The result is care that feels supportive, aligned, and sustainable because it’s designed exclusively with each patient in mind.
Meet Dr.J
Who is
Chrissy J, MD
As a champion for health equity, I live the phrase “To whom much is given, much is required” throughout my career path in medicine and medical education, research pursuits, leadership activities, and dedication to serving the most vulnerable communities. I knew from childhood that I wanted to be a doctor, the big question was how to get there. I achieved my goal and am now a double boarded Lifestyle Medicine and Family Physician with a passion for serving the underserved. I utilize the skills that I have developed from my extensive leadership experiences and research background paired with both medical and educational doctorates to advocate for equity in all spaces- health and otherwise. My philosophy- center the people in their health, care, and decisions so that health reflects each unique person rather than a standardized care plan.
Christen Johnson, MD, EdD, MPH, FAAFP, dipABLM specializes in inclusive practice and serving the underserved in Ohio. As an award winning primary care physician and a nationally distinguished lifestyle medicine physician, Dr. J aims too make being healthy a personalized experience that is accessible to everyone. She has been honored as a Gates Millennium Scholar, National Health Service Corps Scholar, in the 2017 NBC Black 28 under 28, and in the 2020 National Minority Quality Forum 40 Under 40 Leaders in Health among others. Her research interests include health disparities, medical education, and inclusive medical practice which have facilitated numerous local, regional, and national research presentations, and publications in peer-reviewed journals, textbooks, and grants.
Having served as the 52nd National President of the Student National Medical Association as well as the National Director of WEE women's organization and in several regional and local capacities, Dr. Johnson has had the opportunity to implement equity programming that has touched the lives of thousands. Whether in the exam room, a classroom of less than10, or implementing national curricula and research, she has the tools to encourage people to thrive and inspire inclusive spaces.
IPhoto taken during 2016 White House Symposium.
Photo taken during Congressional Briefing.
Dr. Johnson's talents have been requested across the country including invitations to speak at The White House, National Academies of Science, Engineering, and Medicine, and on 'The Hill' for congressional briefings. Likewise, she is well known for her work in wellness initiatives for the underserved and health care workers as well as national education initiatives for America's family physicians. Chrissy J, MD is well known for bringing her bubbly personality and passionate rhetoric to advocate for the needs of vulnerable populations both within educational and organizational systems and society as a whole.
Honored Highlights:
NMQF 40 under 40 in Leaders in Health Equity
Medscape.com Extraordinary Physicians
Health Career Spotlight Series
Photo Credit: Katie Spinner
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