About the Interim Chair: Rachel Johnson, MD

Rachel Johnson, MD, was named interim chair of the UC Department of Dermatology effective November 1, 2025. Dr. Johnson served as Acting Chair since June 2025 and previously held the role of Vice Chair of Clinical Operations, where she played a critical role in optimizing clinical operations, expanding sites of care, and strengthening faculty recruitment.

A Cincinnati native, Dr. Johnson graduated summa cum laude from The Ohio State University with a degree in Materials Science and Engineering and she received her medical degree from The University of Toledo College of Medicine. She completed her Dermatology residency at the University of Cincinnati Medical Center, where she also served as Chief Resident. She joined the UC College of Medicine faculty in 2019 and maintains clinical appointments at both UC Medical Center and the Cincinnati Veterans Affairs Hospital.

Board-certified in dermatology, Dr. Johnson’s clinical interests include medical and surgical dermatology, and she is deeply committed to resident education and mentorship. Dr. Johnson values a patient-centered approach to delivering care. She balances clinical expertise with a genuine warmth that puts her patients at ease. She has been recognized among Cincinnati Magazine’s “Top Doctors” and ranked in the top 1% nationally for patient experience by Press Ganey.

She is an active member of the American Academy of Dermatology, the Ohio Dermatological Association, and the Cincinnati Dermatological Association.

Outside of the office, Dr. Johnson is a proud wife to her husband, Scott, and a busy mom to three young boys: Liam, Sawyer, and Crew. Spending time with her family and raising her children remains one of her biggest joys.