Professor Dr. Jeff Johnson

Biography

Jeff Johnson is an accomplished academic with extensive expertise in pharmacy training and health outcomes research, particularly in diabetes management and population health. He has a significant background in health systems and diabetes surveillance, focusing on the quality and efficiency of healthcare for type 2 diabetes. Johnson leads the Alliance Canadian Health Outcomes Research Diabetes (ACHORD) project at the Alberta Diabetes Institute, where he steers a group dedicated to health outcomes research grounded in epidemiology and economic evaluations. He has contributed to the development of multiple clinical practice guidelines and health policies pertaining to diabetes care on various levels. Johnson has served in key roles, such as the co-chair of the Scientific Working Group for the National Diabetes Surveillance System and as an advisor for Alberta Health. He has a longstanding commitment to evaluating healthcare delivery models, which include leading the Alberta Diabetes Surveillance System and the Alberta's Caring Diabetes project. His research influences national and international diabetes public health policies and ensures high-quality care based on patient-reported outcome measures. In addition to his research, Johnson is recognized for his active participation in scholarly committees and is a member of various renowned health research organizations.

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