From Dairy Farm to Healthcare Leadership | Tom Johnson

Podcast: The Grit to Growth Podcast · Levi Te Slaa

Opublikowano: 2026-03-25

What does it take to move from hands-on clinical work into leadership within a healthcare system? Tom Johnson has built his career across pharmacy, education, and healthcare operations, offering a unique perspective on that transition. In this episode, Tom joins Levi to share his journey from growing up on a dairy farm in Brainerd, Minnesota, to becoming Vice President of Diagnostic and Therapeutic Services at Avera Health. After earning his PharmD from North Dakota State University and completing a residency in acute care, Tom began his career in a dual role with South Dakota State University and...