Dr. Lea Johnson, MD

Dr. Lea Johnson earned her undergraduate degree in microbiology and immunology at the University of Miami (Florida), followed by a medical degree at the University of Miami Miller School of Medicine. She completed her residency in the Memorial Hermann Family Medicine Residency Program, where she was chief resident, named Pediatric Resident of the Year and received an award in behavioral medicine.

Dr. Johnson treats patients from infancy through adulthood. Board certified in family medicine and obesity medicine, she also holds certificates in basic life support, advanced cardiovascular life support, pediatric advanced life support, advanced life support in obstetrics, breastfeeding and neonatal resuscitation. She speaks Spanish.

She sees patients for wellness visits, immunizations, preventive screening, comprehensive weight management and acute illnesses, and she diagnoses and treats chronic conditions such as hypertension, diabetes and high cholesterol. Her primary clinical interests include lifestyle medicine, preventive care, weight management and women’s health.

Her approach to patient care is centered on collaboration, education and compassion. Dr. Johnson strives to create an environment where patients not only feel safe but also gain the knowledge they need to take charge of their own health and advocate for themselves.

She is a member of the American Academy of Family Physicians, American Medical Society for Sports Medicine and Texas Academy of Family Physicians.