

Oncology
Melissa Johnson, MD
Nashville, TN
Melissa Johnson, M.D., is a board-certified medical oncologist and the director of lung cancer research at Sarah Cannon Research Institute. As director of lung cancer research, Dr. Johnson leads the lung cancer clinical trial portfolio across the Sarah Cannon research network. In her role, Dr. Johnson focuses on early phase drug development and leads the solid tumor immune effector cellular therapy program at Sarah Cannon. She also currently serves as the chair of the Cancer Committee at TriStar
22+
Years in Practice
Credentials
Board Certifications
- board-certified medical oncologist and the director of lung cancer research at Sarah Cannon Research Institute
Education & Training
- medical degree from the University of Pennsylvania
Peer Recognition
- Castle Connolly — Top Doctor
2022-2026 (5 years)
Clinical Focus
Subspecialties
Medical Oncology
Conditions & Treatments
Colorectal CancerLung CancerImmunotherapyPrecision OncologyChemotherapyTargeted Therapy
Practice Details
Hospital Affiliations
- TriStar Centennial Medical Center
Experience
22+ years in practice