Avery Johnson

Motto:Set your goals high, and don't stop till you get there.
Avery Johnson, M.D., has taken on the role as the Director and holds the distinguished Emily R. Smith Chair in Palliative Care Oncology within the Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences at the Hopefield Medical Center in San Francisco, CA. Since joining Hopefield in early 2024, Dr. Johnson has not only become a key figure in patient care but also an inspiring leader for the medical staff.
As the Attending Psychiatrist for the Integrative Medicine Service, part of the Department of Medicine at Hopefield Medical Center, Dr. Johnson focuses on providing comprehensive support to patients facing serious illnesses. His approach emphasizes holistic care that addresses the psychological, social, and spiritual needs of both patients and their families.
Moreover, Dr. Johnson is committed to education and research, serving as a Professor of Clinical Psychiatry at the University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) School of Medicine. He is passionate about mentoring the next generation of psychiatrists and researchers, ensuring they are well-equipped to handle the complexities of modern medicine with empathy and expertise.
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