Healing Without Harm

Christen D. Johnson, MD, EdD, MPH, FAAFP, dipABLM, is a champion for health equity and a double board-certified family and lifestyle medicine physician based in Columbus, Ohio. She specializes in inclusive care, lifestyle medicine, and making health accessible to all. Recognized for her extensive work improving health outcomes in underserved communities, Dr. Johnson embodies the philosophy, “ To whom much is given, much is required” in every aspect of her career. Aside from numerous presentations at national conferences, peer-reviewed publications, textbooks, and grant-funded research experiences, her dedication has earned her various honors, including recognition as a National Health Service Corps Scholar and the 2020 National Minority Quality Forum 40 Under 40 Leaders in Health. Through her clinical expertise, research, and community initiatives, Dr. Johnson empowers individuals to reclaim their health and thrive in every aspect of life. Her mission is not only to treat disease but to create lasting, positive transformation that supports full, active, and meaningful living for all those she serves.

Introduction.- Section 1 What Medical Education Is Missing.- Chapter 1 The Roots.- Chapter 2 Physician Identity.- Chapter 3 Opportunities For Solutions.- Section 2 Oppression And Health Equity.- Chapter 1 Oppression And Medicine.- Chapter 2 History Of Oppression In Medicine.- Chapter 3 The Impacts Of Continued Oppression.- Section 3 Using Physician Cultural Responsibility To Transform Medical Practice.- Chapter 1 The Building Blocks Of Creating A Curriculum With Physician Cultural Responsibility.- Chapter 2 Strengthening Students Skills Multiple Intelligences In Physician Cultural Responsibility.- Chapter 3 Cultivating The Art Of Connection Through Social And Emotional Learning.- Chapter 4 Best Practices For Teaching Physician Cultural Responsibility.- Chapter 5 Promising Successes With Physician Cultural Responsibility.- Chapter 6 Considerations For The Classroom.- Chapter 7: Support For Those Teaching Physician Cultural Responsibility.- Section 4 Practical Tools.- Chapter 1 Classroom Materials for Building Skills and Awareness.- Chapter 2 Case Studies to Inspire Learning Through Lived Complexity.- Chapter 3 A Wellness Guide for Cultivating Career Sustainability.- Conclusion.