Man with white hair wearing wire glasses and a black suit jacket over a light blue collared shirt.

Jonas Johnson

Contact

Department of Communication Science and Disorders 6035 Forbes Tower Pittsburgh, PA 15260

Biography

Dr. Jonas Johnson has committed his life’s work to the treatment of patients with diseases of the head and neck in an environment of education and inquiry. His current appointment is as Distinguished Service Professor of the Department of Otolaryngology at the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine. He holds joint appointments as Professor of Radiation Oncology (School of Medicine), of Communication Science and Disorders (School of Health and Rehabilitation Services) and of Oral Maxillofacial Surgery (School of Dental Medicine). Most recently his work has focused on survivorship care for head and neck cancer survivors and the avoidance of low value interventions. In addition to his clinical practice, he has an established scholarly record of peer-reviewed publications, extensive mentorship experience and a history of interdisciplinary collaboration.

Professional Organization Appointments
  • Past President, American Academy of Otolaryngology—Head and Neck Surgery
  • Past President, American Head and Neck Society
  • Past President, Triologic Society