Kimberly A. Johnson, RRT, BA, MBA

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Get to know Respiratory Therapist Kimberly A. Johnson, who serves patients in Kingwood, Texas.

Kimberly A. Johnson is a registered respiratory therapist who is currently affiliated with Kingwood Hospital in Kingwood, Texas. Kingwood Hospital is a 360-bed, acute-care facility that is home to an accredited cardiovascular center, women’s center, as well as an advanced brain & spine center. With patient care as key, the staff at Kingwood Hospital utilize their state-of-the-art technologies and treatments to better serve local residents.

Prior to her current endeavours, Kimberly worked as a therapist at the Riley Hospital for Children at Indiana University Health in Indianapolis, Indiana for over 27 years. While pursuing her educational endeavors, Kimberly attended Sinclair Community College in Dayton, Ohio. She then went on to earn her Master of Business Administration degree from Indiana University–Purdue University Indianapolis in Indianapolis, Indiana. 

Kimberly holds certifications in Basic Life Support, Advanced Cardiac Life Support, and Pediatric Advanced Life Support. She is also a member of the American Association of Respiratory Care. 

Respiratory therapy is best described as the assessment and treatment of patients with both acute and chronic dysfunction of the cardiopulmonary system. A respiratory therapist is a specialized healthcare practitioner trained in pulmonary medicine in order to work therapeutically with people suffering from pulmonary disease.

In her spare time, Kimberly enjoys reading mysteries and Christian novels, as well as practicing various crafts and making shadow boxes. 

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