Cali E. Johnson

Cali E. Johnson, MD, EdD serves as an Assistant Professor (Clinical) in the Department of Surgery, Division of Vascular Surgery at the University of Utah School of Medicine, practicing at the Cardiovascular Center in Salt Lake City. Her clinical expertise spans the full spectrum of vascular disease with specialized focus on complex aortic endovascular surgery and multidisciplinary limb preservation strategies.

Her educational journey includes:

• B.S. in Pharmacology and Biopsychology from University of California, Santa Barbara
• M.D. with Distinction from University of California, San Francisco School of Medicine
• Certificate in Biomedical Research (UCSF)
• General Surgery Residency at Keck School of Medicine, USC
• EdD in Organizational Change from USC Rossier School of Education
• Vascular Surgery Fellowship via Early Specialization Program (Keck/USC)

Dr. Johnson's academic mission centers on integrating surgical education research with healthcare system optimization to enhance patient care quality. Her work bridges clinical vascular practice with educational innovation, particularly examining how training methodologies impact real-world surgical outcomes and system efficiency. She maintains active scholarship in vascular surgery outcomes, surgical education frameworks, and quality improvement initiatives.

Analysis of her 15 most recent publications reveals consistent research trajectories in three domains: vascular surgery outcomes (particularly in elderly/frail populations), surgical education methodology, and technical innovations in endovascular procedures. Her work demonstrates increasing emphasis on patient-centered metrics, health services research, and the intersection of educational theory with clinical practice improvement.

Patient feedback consistently highlights her exceptional clinical skills (4.9/5 from 63 reviews), with recurring themes of professionalism, empathetic communication, and life-saving surgical expertise. Comments describe her as a "phenomenal surgeon" who creates "everlasting impact" through meticulous care and patient advocacy.