Christen D. Johnson , MD, EdD, MPH, FAAFP, DipABLM, is a champion for health equity and double board-certified family and lifestyle medicine physician. She specializes in inclusive practice and serving the underserved in Columbus, Ohio. Dr. Johnson lives the phrase “To whom much is given, much is required” through her career path in medicine and medical education, research pursuits, leadership activities, and dedication to serving the most vulnerable communities. She has been honored as a Gates Millennium Scholar, National Health Service Corps Scholar, in the 2017 NBC Black 28 under 28, and in the 2020 National Minority Quality Forum 40 Under 40 Leaders in Health among others. Her research interests include health disparities, medical education, and inclusive medical practice which have facilitated numerous local, regional, and national research presentations, and publications in peer-reviewed journals, textbooks, and grants.