Leyla Johnson MMS, PA-C

Leyla Johnson, MMS, PA-C is a board-certified physician assistant with specialized experience in Otolaryngology (ENT) and Head & Neck Surgery. With a strong foundation in both medical management and surgical intervention, she works to ensure that each patient's concerns are heard, validated, and properly assessed in pursuit of improved health, function, and quality of life.

She earned her Bachelor of Science degree from the University of Dayton, where she majored in pre-medicine with a minor in biology, and her Master of Medical Science degree in Physician Assistant Studies from Dominican University in River Forest, Illinois. After completing her clinical training, she worked at Northwestern Medicine, where she gained extensive experience managing a wide range of ENT disorders, including head and neck cancers.

Leyla is involved in the full spectrum of patient care, including thorough patient evaluations, the development of treatment plans, assistance in complex surgeries, and comprehensive follow-up to support optimal outcomes. Her in-depth understanding of conditions affecting the ears, nose, throat, and neck allows her to collaborate closely with the surgical team and to provide conscientious care that addresses both functional and aesthetic concerns.