Suellen Johnson
About Suellen Johnson
Suellen Johnson serves as the Site Director at Velocity Clinical Research, Inc., where she oversees clinical trials and advocates for equitable healthcare access. She has a diverse educational background in medicine and healthcare administration, with previous roles in operations management and nursing.
Current Role at Velocity Clinical Research
Suellen Johnson serves as the Site Director at Velocity Clinical Research, Inc. since 2023. In this role, she oversees clinical trials from phase 1 to phase 4, ensuring comprehensive management from implementation to study closeout. Her responsibilities include coordinating both multi-site and single-site clinical studies, with a focus on diverse disease states that affect the population in New Mexico.
Previous Experience in Healthcare Management
Before her current position, Suellen Johnson worked as a Senior Operations Program Manager at The University of New Mexico Health Sciences Center from 2018 to 2021. In this role, she contributed to the management of healthcare operations in the Albuquerque, New Mexico area. Additionally, she served as the manager of practice operations at Presbyterian Healthcare Services from 2016 to 2018, where she managed various aspects of healthcare delivery.
Educational Background in Medicine and Healthcare
Suellen Johnson studied Medicine at Saint James School of Medicine, where she achieved her Doctor of Medicine (MD) from 2021 to 2022. Prior to that, she earned a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Biology/Biological Sciences from The University of New Mexico from 2011 to 2013. She also holds a Master's degree in Healthcare Administration from Colorado State University Global, completed in 2016.
Advocacy for Equitable Healthcare Access
Suellen Johnson advocates for equitable healthcare access, emphasizing the importance of clinical trials for many participants who rely on these studies as their primary form of healthcare. Her commitment to this cause reflects her understanding of the healthcare challenges faced by diverse populations.
Clinical Trial Coordination Expertise
In her current role, Suellen Johnson coordinates clinical studies that address various disease states impacting New Mexico's population. Her expertise encompasses the management of both multi-site and single-site clinical studies, ensuring that all phases of the trials are executed effectively.