Paula Johnson

Paula A. Johnson

Name	Paula A. Johnson
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Occupation	Cardiologist, Academic Administrator
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Known for	President of Wellesley College, Women's Health Advocate
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Paula A. Johnson is a prominent American cardiologist and academic administrator, known for her pioneering work in women's health and her leadership as the 14th president of Wellesley College. Her career has been marked by significant contributions to the understanding of gender-specific medicine and the advancement of women's health care.

Early Life and Education

Paula Johnson was born in Brooklyn, New York. She attended Harvard University, where she earned her undergraduate degree in Biology. She continued her education at Harvard Medical School, obtaining her MD degree. Johnson also holds a MPH from the Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health.

Career

Medical Career

Johnson began her medical career as a cardiologist, focusing on the intersection of cardiovascular health and gender. She was a faculty member at Harvard Medical School and a physician at Brigham and Women's Hospital, where she founded the Connors Center for Women's Health and Gender Biology. Her work emphasized the importance of considering sex and gender differences in medical research and treatment.

Academic Leadership

In 2016, Paula Johnson was appointed as the president of Wellesley College, a prestigious women's liberal arts college in Massachusetts. As president, she has been an advocate for women's education and leadership, emphasizing the role of liberal arts in preparing women for global challenges.

Contributions to Women's Health

Johnson's research and advocacy have been instrumental in highlighting the disparities in health care for women. She has published extensively on the need for gender-specific research and has been a vocal advocate for policy changes to improve women's health outcomes. Her work has led to increased awareness and funding for women's health issues.

Awards and Honors

Paula Johnson has received numerous awards for her contributions to medicine and education, including recognition from the American Heart Association and the National Institutes of Health. She has been elected to the National Academy of Medicine for her leadership in women's health.

Personal Life

Johnson is married and has two children. She is known for her commitment to mentoring young women in science and medicine.

Also see

• Wellesley College
• Women's Health
• Cardiology
• Harvard Medical School