Melissa Johnson, MD
Assistant Professor, Family Medicine
Medical School
- MD, University of Colorado Denver School of Medicine (2013)
Undergraduate School
- BS, Colorado State University (CO) (2009)
Residency
- University of Colorado (University Hospital) Program, Family Medicine (2016)
Languages
English, SpanishDepartment
Family MedicineProfessional Titles
- Family Medicine Physician
- Assistant Professor
Recognitions
- Rising Star in Education, University of Colorado School of Medicine Department of Family Medicine (2022)
Publications
- https://www.aafp.org/news/opinion/20210416guested-match.html
- Johnson M., Piggott C., Deutchman M, "Reduced Student Exposure to FM Poses Threat to Workforce", AAFP News: As We See It: Voices from the AAFP, April 2021, https://www.aafp.org/news/opinion/20210416guested-match.html .
- Karra L, Johnson M, Piggott C. Defunding of Diversity and Inclusion Programs in Undergraduate and Graduate Medical Education. PRiMER. 2020;4:11. https://doi.org/10.22454/PRiMER.2020.971896
- Lyon, Corey DO1; Rabaza, Cristina MD1; Lines, Emily MD1; Johnson, Melissa MD1; DeSanto, Kristen MSLS, MS, RD2. Are intranasal steroids an effective treatment of sleep apnea in pediatric patients?. Evidence-Based Practice ():10.1097/EBP.0000000000002165, October 1, 2024. | DOI: 10.1097/EBP.0000000000002165
- Johnson, Melissa MD; Lyon, Corey MD. Estrogen products and HTN risk. Evidence-Based Practice ():10.1097/EBP.0000000000002059, January 11, 2024. | DOI: 10.1097/EBP.0000000000002059
Practice Locations
UCHealth Family Medicine - Westminster7403 Church Ranch Blvd
Suite 107
Westminster, CO 80021
720-848-9400
Specialty Information
Specialties- Family Medicine, Board Certification (2016)
- Wellness and Prevention
- Pregnancy and Reproduction - Prenatal Care
- Pregnancy and Reproduction
- Women's Health
- Child and Teen Health
- Food, Nutrition and Metabolism - Weight Loss and Dieting
- Food, Nutrition and Metabolism
- Pharmacotherapy for Weight Loss
- Mental Health and Behavior
- Primary Care
- Men's Health
Clinical Interests
Full scope family medicine including women's health, contraception based procedures (Nexplanon and IUD placement), prenatal care, pediatrics and newborn care, geriatrics, chronic disease management, dermatologic procedures, trigger point injections, shoulder and knee injections, and LGBTQ+ care including transgender health.
Care Philosophy
I believe that the best care comes from a partnership between people and their doctor. My goal is to work to understand each person's values and goals and to work together to come to a treatment plan. I strive to make sure people feel heard and cared for.
Full scope family medicine including women's health, contraception based procedures (Nexplanon and IUD placement), prenatal care, pediatrics and newborn care, geriatrics, chronic disease management, dermatologic procedures, trigger point injections, shoulder and knee injections, and LGBTQ+ care including transgender health.
Care Philosophy
I believe that the best care comes from a partnership between people and their doctor. My goal is to work to understand each person's values and goals and to work together to come to a treatment plan. I strive to make sure people feel heard and cared for.
Personal Interests
I enjoy spending time with family, walks with my husband and dog Bella, cooking, baking, and trying fun restaurants in Denver.
I enjoy spending time with family, walks with my husband and dog Bella, cooking, baking, and trying fun restaurants in Denver.