Jessica B. Johnson
( out of 33 reviews )

Jessica B. Johnson, MD

Languages spoken: English, American Sign Language, Spanish

Clinical Locations

Redwood Health Center

General Endoscopy
Salt Lake City
801-213-9797

Gastroenterology Clinic in Salt Lake City

Gastroenterology, Area E
Salt Lake City
801-213-9797

Veterans Administration Medical Center

Salt Lake City
801-582-1565

  • Jessica B. Johnson, MD, specializes in ulcerative colitis and Crohn’s disease. Her clinical interests and expertise are in inflammatory diseases of the intestinal tract that include inflammatory bowel disease (ulcerative colitis and Crohn’s disease) , transition in care from the pediatric to adult setting in patients with inflammatory bowel disease, treating inflammatory bowel disease in older patients, small bowel diseases, and women’s issues in gastroenterology.

    Dr. Johnson received her MD degree from the University of South Florida College of Medicine in Tampa, Florida. She completed Internal Medicine Residency training at the University of Utah and spent an additional year as Chief Medical Resident. She then completed fellowship training in gastroenterology with subspecialty training in inflammatory bowel diseases at the University of Utah where she also served as Chief Fellow.

    Dr. Johnson is board certified in Internal Medicine and Gastroenterology. She is a member of the American College of Gastroenterology, the American Gastroenterological Association, the American Society for Gastrointestinal Endoscopy, and the Crohn’s and Colitis Foundation of America.

    Specialties

    Board Certification

    American Board of Internal Medicine
    American Board of Internal Medicine (Sub: Gastroenterology)
    National Board of Medical Examiners

    Patient Rating

    5.0 /5
    ( out of 33 reviews )

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    Patient Comments

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    October 13, 2024
    SUGAR HOUSE HEALTH CENTER

    Dr. Johnson is amazing! She is an excellent provider who listens to her patients and considers their feedback before prescribing care. I really appreciate the time and attentiveness she gives me.

    September 22, 2024
    SUGAR HOUSE HEALTH CENTER

    She's the best physician I've had and makes me feel like she genuinely cares about me and helping me.

    July 14, 2024
    SUGAR HOUSE HEALTH CENTER

    Very friendly and a good doctor

    July 01, 2024
    SUGAR HOUSE HEALTH CENTER

    I've had met several gastro doctors in my life. Dr Johnson is at the top of my list.

    June 15, 2024
    SUGAR HOUSE HEALTH CENTER

    Wonderful doctor, very approachable and listened to me and explained things easily.

    April 20, 2024
    SUGAR HOUSE HEALTH CENTER

    Alot of detail in understanding my condition. Doctor was sensitive to my well being.

    April 14, 2024
    SUGAR HOUSE HEALTH CENTER

    I love Jessica Johnson! Very professional, friendly, knowledgeable and helpful. Answered all my questions! Talked with me about my medication options!

    March 09, 2024
    SUGAR HOUSE HEALTH CENTER

    Dr Johnson is knowledgeable and caring and has been an amazing part of my healthcare team. Thank you!

    January 22, 2024
    SUGAR HOUSE HEALTH CENTER

    Dr Jessica Johnson is very professional, knowledgeable and caring.

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  • Jessica B. Johnson, MD, specializes in ulcerative colitis and Crohn’s disease. Her clinical interests and expertise are in inflammatory diseases of the intestinal tract that include inflammatory bowel disease (ulcerative colitis and Crohn’s disease) , transition in care from the pediatric to adult setting in patients with inflammatory bowel disease, treating inflammatory bowel disease in older patients, small bowel diseases, and women’s issues in gastroenterology.

    Dr. Johnson received her MD degree from the University of South Florida College of Medicine in Tampa, Florida. She completed Internal Medicine Residency training at the University of Utah and spent an additional year as Chief Medical Resident. She then completed fellowship training in gastroenterology with subspecialty training in inflammatory bowel diseases at the University of Utah where she also served as Chief Fellow.

    Dr. Johnson is board certified in Internal Medicine and Gastroenterology. She is a member of the American College of Gastroenterology, the American Gastroenterological Association, the American Society for Gastrointestinal Endoscopy, and the Crohn’s and Colitis Foundation of America.

    Board Certification and Academic Information

    Academic Departments Internal Medicine -Primary
    Academic Divisions Gastroenterology
    Board Certification
    American Board of Internal Medicine
    American Board of Internal Medicine (Sub: Gastroenterology)
    National Board of Medical Examiners

    Education history

    Fellowship Gastroenterology, Hepatology, and Nutrition - University of Utah Hospitals and Clinics Fellow
    Internal Medicine - University of Utah Hospitals and Clinics Chief Medical Resident
    Residency Internal Medicine - University of Utah Hospitals and Clinics Resident
    Medicine - University of South Florida Morsani College of Medicine M.D.
    Graduate Training Medical Microbiology and Immunology - University of South Florida Morsani College of Medicine M.S.
    Anthropology, Environmental Studies - Eckerd College B.A.

    Selected Publications

    Journal Article

    1. Cohen-Mekelburg S, Johnson J, Paine E, Prasad MA, Dominitz JA, Hou J (2024). Assessment of Physician Needs and Access to Inflammatory Bowel Disease Specialty Care Resources in a National Integrated Health System. Dig Dis Sci. (Read full article)
    2. Derek P, Jessica J, Brian S, Shoabo P, Wei C, Jorge R, Andrew G, Joshua B, Jeffrey C, Vicki S, David W, Jessica W (2020). P022 Utilization Patterns of Infliximab Originator to Infliximab Biosimilar in US Veterans. Am J Gastroenterol, 115(Suppl 1), S6. (Read full article)
    3. Johnson J, Affolter K, Boynton K, Chen X, Valentine J, Peterson K (2017). CMV Disease in IBD: Comparison of Diagnostic Tests and Correlation with Disease Outcome. Inflamm Bowel Dis, 24(7), 1539-1546. (Read full article)
    4. Johnson JB, Boynton KK, Peterson KA (2016). Co-occurrence of eosinophilic esophagitis and potential/probable celiac disease in an adult cohort: a possible association with implications for clinical practice. Dis Esophagus, 29(8), 977-982. (Read full article)

    Case Report

    1. Johnson JB, Driscoll M, Cohen M, Adler DG (2016). Mycobacterium avium-Intracellulare Complex (MAC) Producing a Periportal Pseudotumor in a Patient With HIV and a Normal CD4 Count. ACG Case Rep J, 3(4), 92.
    2. Johnson JB, Affolter KE, Samadder NJ (2013). A rare cause of hematochezia: colon mucormycosis. Clin Gastroenterol Hepatol, 11(8), A22. (Read full article)
    3. Johnson JB, Marsden L, Samadder NJ (2013). A rare cause of diarrhea: pancreatic VIPoma. Endoscopy, 45 Suppl 2 UCTN, E311-2. (Read full article)

    Abstract

    1. Johnson JB, Lynch K, Flynn A, et al (2014). CMV Disease in IBD: Comparison of Diagnostic Tests (Hematoxylin & Eosin, Immunohistochemistry, Tissue PCR) and Correlation with Disease Outcome; poster presentation also given at the Crohn’s & Colitis Foundation of America’s Clinical & Research Conference, Orlando, FL, December 2014 [Abstract]. Inflammatory Bowel Diseases Journal.