Dr. Derrick John Johnson
Consultant Paediatrician, Department of Neonatology
Dr. Derrick John Johnson is a highly skilled Consultant in Paediatrics & Neonatology with a strong foundation in paediatric care and emergency medicine. With a rich academic background and hands-on clinical experience of more than 5 years in the field, he is committed to delivering high-quality medical care to newborns and children. Dr. Derrick is known for his patient-focused approach and dedication to improving child health outcomes.
Qualification
- MRCPCH, from Royal College of Paediatrics and Child Health, UK
- IAP post-doctoral fellowship in Paediatric Emergency Medicine (PDCC-PEM), CMC Vellore
- DNB (Paediatrics), Rainbow Children's Hospital, Banjara Hills, Hyderabad
- Diploma in Child Health (DCH), Christian Medical College, Vellore
- MBBS, Wuhan University School of Medicine, China
Work Experience
- Senior Resident, Department of Paediatric Emergency Medicine, Christian Medical College & Hospital, Vellore (August 2023-August 2024)
- Registrar, Department of Neonatology & NICU, Cloudnine Hospital, Bengaluru (October 2022 - July 2023)
- Junior Resident, Department of Paediatric Emergency Medicine, CMC Vellore (June 2019 - July 2020)
- Chief Medical Officer, Department of Paediatric Emergency Medicine, CMC Vellore (March 2016 - Mar 2017)
Membership
- MRCPCH
- IAP
- IAP-PEM Chapter
- NNF
Publications
A study of morbidity and mortality markers in children diagnosed with severe dengue illness at a Quaternary PICU. May 2024. International Journal of Contemporary Paediatrics. 11(6):804-811.Awards & Achievements
- Post-graduate program in Paediatric Nutrition, awarded by Boston University Chobanian & Avedisian School of Medicine, USA, 2023.
- Paediatric Environmental Health Examination, awarded by Paediatric Environmental Health Leadership Institute, International Paediatric Association (PA), 2023.
- Membership of the National Academy of Medical Sciences (MNAMS), 2023.
- Foreign Medical Graduate Examination (FMGE), conducted by the National Board of Examination (NBE), New Delhi, 2012.
Area of Expertise
- Neonatology & NICU
- Paediatric Emergency Medicine
- BLS, PALS, NRP & ATLS Provider
- Paediatric Nutrition

