Jennifer Johnson, MD, APC, CEDS

Jennifer Johnson, MD, APC, CEDS

Primary Care Physician

Pronouns: (She/Her/Hers)

Languages spoken: EnglishSpanish

Clinical Locations

Biography

Jennifer Johnson, M.D. is an Adolescent Medicine and Pediatric Physician at the Eating Recovery Center in Irvine, California, where she passionately cares for adolescents and young adults. A double-board certified medical doctor in pediatrics and adolescent medicine, she provides comprehensive care that addresses both medical and behavioral health concerns.

With particular expertise in treating eating disorders, Dr. Johnson was among the first medical doctors to be certified as an Eating Disorders Specialist and is currently the only MD CEDS in Orange County. She has shared her knowledge extensively, delivering presentations to both professional audiences and the community on the complexities of eating disorders.

Dr. Johnson’s involvement in the field extends beyond her clinical work; she is an active member of the Academy for Eating Disorders, the Society for Adolescent Health and Medicine, and the American Academy of Pediatrics. Her educational background is impressive, starting with a B.A. in Human Biology from Stanford University, followed by medical training in Germany, where she earned her medical school diploma and M.D.

Her postgraduate training includes an internship and residency in pediatrics at Vanderbilt University Hospital, followed by a fellowship in Adolescent Medicine at UC San Diego. Over the years, she has held numerous academic positions, including Assistant Professor at the University of Oklahoma and Associate Professor at UC Irvine, where she also served as Vice Chair for Education and Director of the Pediatric Residency Program.

Dr. Johnson’s contributions to adolescent health are far-reaching, having served on various committees and as a medical director in several initiatives. Fluent in German and with basic proficiency in Spanish, she combines her clinical expertise with a compassionate approach, making a significant impact on the lives of her patients.

 

Specialties

  • Adolescent Medicine
  • Certified Eating Disorder Specialist
  • Pediatrics

Areas of Interest

  • Eating Disorder Treatment

Board Certification

  • General Pediatrics
  • Adolescent Medicine
  • Eating Disorder Specialist

Professional Associations

  • Academy for Eating Disorders
  • American Academy of Pediatrics
  • Society for Adolescent Medicine
  • International Association for Eating Disorder Professionals

Education History

2015-2016 Mini-Fellowship in Pediatric Psychopharmacology
REACH Institute, New York, NY
1984-1986 Adolescent Medicine Fellowship
University of California, San Diego Medical Center, San Diego, CA
1981-1984 Internship and Residency in Pediatrics
Vanderbilt University Hospital and Medical Center, Nashville, TN
1991 M.S., Biostatistics and Epidemiology
University of Oklahoma College of Public Health, Oklahoma City, OK
1981 Doctor of Medicine (M.D.)
University of Goettingen, Goettingen, Germany: Medical school diploma
1974-1975 German literature
University of Goettingen, Goettingen, Germany
1974 B.A. in Human Biology
Stanford University, Palo Alto, CA

News

Publications

Mental Note Podcast

Videos

Educational Resources

Eating Recovery Center is accredited through the Joint Commission. This organization seeks to enhance the lives of the persons served in healthcare settings through a consultative accreditation process emphasizing quality, value and optimal outcomes of services.

Organizations that earn the Gold Seal of Approval™ have met or exceeded The Joint Commission’s rigorous performance standards to obtain this distinctive and internationally recognized accreditation. Learn more about this accreditation here.