About
Dr. Catherine Johnson, M.D.
Dr. Catherine Johnson is a board certified physician with specialty training in emergency medicine, obesity medicine, and menopause. She founded a precision medical practice in 2018. Precision medicine is a highly personalized, preventive practice of lifestyle, metabolic and integrative medicine.
The goal is to prevent or delay the onset of chronic disease for each patient. The best medicines: nutrient-dense whole foods, movement, community, sleep, compassion, service, laughter, sunshine, intervals of fasting, gratitude, time in nature, time with pets/animals, and the dissociation of one’s ego. Dr. Johnson trends laboratory biomarkers, body composition/imaging data and wearables (CGM, HRV) with her patients to optimize performance and health(span). The goal is to reduce inflammation, atherogenic lipoprotein burden, endothelial dysfunction, oxidative stress, intestinal dysbiosis, glycation, insulin resistance, sarcopenia, osteopenia, cognitive decline and immune senescence.
Dr. Johnson completed medical school training at Loyola University’s Stritch School of Medicine in May 2000 after graduating with distinction from the University of Illinois, Urbana/Champaign in 1996. She completed an Emergency Medicine Residency at The University of Chicago Hospitals, serving as Chief Resident in her final year. She stayed at The University of Chicago as a Faculty Physician with a focus on Clinical Excellence, Quality and Operations. Dr. Johnson gave birth to boy/girl twins in 2006 and her and her husband then moved their family to the suburbs. She returned to Loyola University Health System as an Assistant Professor of Surgery in the Department of Emergency Medicine from 2008-2017.
Dr. Johnson is an active Fellow of the American College of Emergency Physicians and am a Diplomat of the American Board of Emergency Medicine, twice certified. She is Board Certified in Obesity Medicine by the American Board of Obesity Medicine as of 2022. Dr. Johnson has completed certification with the Age Management Medicine Group (AMMG) and the Menopause Society. She is active with the Illinois Obesity Medicine Society and National Lipid Society. She is also certified with the Institute of Functional Medicine.
To Dr. Johnson, “bio hacking” is a data-driven and evidence-informed approach to addressing clinical conundrums and medical hypotheses, as an “n of one” study.
Dr. Deepti Agarwal, M.D.
Dr. Deepti Agarwal stands at the forefront of medical innovation as a triple board-certified Anesthesiologist, Pain Management, and Integrative Medicine physician.
Her journey in medicine has seen her honing her skills and knowledge at the esteemed Northwestern University’s Feinberg School of Medicine in Chicago and Weill Cornell Medical College in New York City. Now, she leads as the Director of Interventional and Integrative Pain Management at Case Integrative Health, where she’s redefining patient care.
After witnessing the struggles of numerous surgical and pain management patients with metabolic issues stemming from chronic diseases, she shifted her focus towards prehabilitation. This innovative concept is all about enhancing a patient’s physical and mental resilience before surgery, involving exercise, nutrition, and psychological well-being – key elements that are also vital in addressing metabolic dysfunction and promoting healthy aging.
Her passion goes beyond the operating room and clinic. Dr. Agarwal is also a culinary enthusiast and a creative mixologist. In her kitchen-lab, she artfully blends flavors and health, creating recipes that are as nourishing as they are delicious. This unique blend of medical expertise and culinary passion makes Dr. Agarwal a true connoisseur of health and wellness.
Dr. Agarwal’s career is more than a profession; it’s a calling. She’s committed to tackling the root causes of chronic disease and empowering patients to lead long, vibrant lives. Whether preparing for surgery or navigating the complexities of chronic conditions, her patients benefit from a holistic approach that marries conventional medical excellence with integrative and precision health strategies. Dr. Deepti Agarwal isn’t just a physician; she’s a visionary, transforming the landscape of healthcare one patient at a time.
It is our hope to offer “Precision Previews” to help you get started on your path to better health on a more affordable and customizable platform.