Carson Tahoe Health would like to recognize David A. Johnson, MD, Medical Director of the Carson Tahoe Center for Wound Healing in Carson City, for receiving the honorary Physician of the Year award from Healogics, Inc.
With over 800 affiliate organizations, Healogics, Inc. is the nation’s largest network of advanced wound care services. This recognition is a special tribute to Dr. Johnson’s compassion and exceptional patient care, as well as dedication in support of his colleagues through continuing education and outreach.
“I feel honored to have received this award,” said Dr. Johnson. “I’m passionate about my patients. Helping them with chronic wounds and enhancing their quality of life gives me great joy. I’m also pleased to provide continuing education and professional development opportunities for wound care specialists nationwide. By sharing the latest advancements, we can continuously drive wound science, healing, and prevention forward.”
Born and raised in Northern Nevada, Dr. Johnson has deep roots in our community, both personally and professionally. He followed in his father’s footsteps, serving as a Family Practitioner in Carson Valley for over a decade prior to becoming the Medical Director of the Carson Tahoe Center for Wound Healing in 2013.
Outside of his professional endeavors, he is an outdoor enthusiast who enjoys spending time with his wife and two children.
“Carson Tahoe Health is fortunate to have such talented, compassionate care team members like Dr. Johnson,” said Ed Epperson, President and CEO of Carson Tahoe Health. “His forward-thinking contributions are invaluable to promoting advanced wound care and health literacy within our community and beyond.”
Please join Carson Tahoe Health in congratulating Dr. Johnson for his honorary achievement.
About Carson Tahoe Health (CTH) Carson Tahoe Health is a local, not-for-profit healthcare system consisting of two hospitals, two urgent cares, an emergent care center, outpatient services and a provider network with 19 regional locations. The system is headquartered on a beautiful master planned medical campus nestled among the foothills of the Sierra Nevada in North Carson City.
As the system’s cornerstone, Carson Tahoe Regional Medical Center (CTRMC), voted 5th most beautiful hospital in the nation, was the first Baby-Friendly designated hospital in Nevada. This magnificent facility offers a tranquil healing environment with 153 private rooms, 6 deluxe rooms available for double occupancy, an advanced open heart surgery program and expanded 24 hour emergency care.
For more information, go to www.carsontahoe.com. Also included on the campus is Carson Tahoe Sierra Surgery, the 15-bed boutique elective surgery arm of CTRMC, and Carson Tahoe Cancer Center, an affiliate of Huntsman Cancer Institute, University of Utah.