Promotion At DCHS-7/27/2021

IRON MOUNTAIN, Mich.—Dickinson County Healthcare is strengthening medical team leadership
with the appointment of Dr. Eric Johnson as DCH System Medical Director. In his new position,
Dr. Johnson will synergize leadership, provide strategic oversight and operational direction of the
entire Medical Staff, including Physician Services and Hospital/Clinic Departments.
“The growth and evolution of Dickinson County Healthcare have never been stronger,” says Chuck
Nelson, Chief Executive Officer. “We are thrilled that Dr. Johnson is taking on this important leadership
role to help us further advance our system of care to the highest levels available locally.”
“I am very proud of the depth and caliber of the DCH medical team,” says Dr. Johnson. “It is a
humbling honor to be tasked with this role, even more so when considering the immense talent of my
fellow physicians, specialists, advanced practitioners, and this excellent nursing team. Together we will
continue to bring the very best healthcare services to the deserving people of our community.”
Dickinson County Healthcare continues to advance the strength and depth of the medical team. In the past 12 months alone, DCH has
added locally-based providers in Heart Care, Cancer Care, OB/GYN, Pediatrics, Orthopedics, Physical Therapy, and Urology. The net
result is a comprehensive medical team that brings an unparalleled level of services to the Dickinson County Region.
“I am looking forward to working with Dr. Johnson to advance our integrated system of care everywhere DCH serves the patient,”
says Mandy Shelast, Vice President of Physician Services & Clinical Networks. “With Dr. Johnson’s professional leadership and
communication skills, the future of excellent healthcare for every DCH patient, regardless of their access point, is very bright. From
in-person visits to telehealth to surgical services, heart care, cancer care, and more, our entire team will continue to shine with
Dr. Johnson in the lead.”
Dr. Johnson’s roots run deep in the Upper Peninsula, spending 4 years in Iron County and 6 years in Marquette. Additionally, as a
prior military Expeditionary and Aerospace Physician, he enthusiastically states, “it is a blessing for us to return to a community that
feels like home and raise our children here.” He currently is an Emergency Medicine Physician, serving in directorship for Emergency
Medical and Trauma Services.
As System Medical Director, Dr. Johnson will also be instrumental in working in a dyad partnership with the Vice President of
Physician Services and Clinical Networks in cooperation with the Hospital Leadership Team and Medical Staff to ensure regulations
and accreditation standards are maintained. Ultimately, Dr. Johnson is responsible for ensuring every patient at DCH receives the
highest quality medical care locally in the safest, easiest, and most efficient ways possible.
Dr. Johnson adds, “I am incredibly proud of the grit shown as we’ve weathered this pandemic together. These challenges have
ushered in an exciting time of rebuilding and recovery for our community and healthcare system.”