02/12/2026
On this , we’re sharing our next installment of Chief Insights with Dr. Aileen Johnson! Dr. Johnson attended MIT for her undergraduate studies before earning her medical degree at Emory University School of Medicine, where she also completed her general surgery residency. Next year, she will pursue a fellowship in abdominal transplant surgery at the University of Wisconsin.
In this episode, Dr. Johnson discusses her early EMS work, how mentorship guided her path to transplant surgery, and what she gained from three dedicated research years. She also discusses her experience as a woman in surgery, chief year culture, and the importance of showing up prepared, curious, and intentional at every stage.
