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Dr. Emilie K. Johnson, MD, MPH, FACS is a public health physician in Chicago, IL specializing in public health & general preventive medicine and pediatric urology. She graduated from University of Michigan Medical School in 2005 and has 20 years of experience. Dr. Emilie K. Johnson, MD, MPH, FACS is affiliated with Northwestern Medicine, Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago, Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine and University of Illinois Hospital and Health Sciences System.
1801 West Taylor Street Suite 2e
Chicago, IL 60612
225 E. Chicago Avenue
Chicago, IL 60611
3722 W. Touhy Avenue
Skokie, IL 60076
Urinary Tract Infection (UTI)
A urinary tract infection, or UTI, happens when bacteria enter the body through the opening where urine is normally released. The bacteria infect the lining of the urethra and bladder, turning them red and inflamed. This causes pain in the abdomen or pelvic area, a burning sensation during urination, a sense of urgency about going to the bathroom, frequent urination, and urine that smells bad and looks cloudy, or even contains traces of blood. If the urinary tract infection is severe, it may travel all the way to the kidneys, a more serious kind of UTI called pyelonephritis. Patients with this kidney infection might have blood in their urine, feel back pain, and develop a fever.
Urinary tract infections are extremely common: 12% of all men and 40-50% of all women will have a urinary tract infection during their lifetime. They are more common in women because women have shorter urethras, so bacteria have a shorter distance to travel from the outside of the body to the bladder and cause an infection. Some people also have urethras that are an unusual shape or have an obstruction in the urethra that makes getting a UTI more likely. Also, certain chronic illnesses like diabetes weaken the immune system, so any bacteria in the body are more likely to cause an infection.
A urinary tract infection can be diagnosed very quickly by a doctor. A sample of urine can be examined under a microscope for the presence of bacteria or white blood cells. There are also diagnostic strips that can be used to test a urine sample without the need for a microscope. Once a diagnosis is made, treatment is a course of oral antibiotics, and most patients feel better within just a few days. There are some things that patients can do themselves to help reduce the risk of getting a urinary tract infection in the future. Stay well hydrated, wipe from front to back after going to the bathroom, wear breathable cotton undergarments, and don't hold it in when patients feel the urge to go.
Dr. Emilie K. Johnson, MD, MPH, FACS graduated from University of Michigan Medical School in 2005. She completed residency at University of Michigan Affiliated Hospitals. She is certified by the Board Certification: Pediatric Urology and has a state license in Illinois.
Medical School: University of Michigan Medical School (2005)
Residency: University of Michigan Affiliated Hospitals (2006)
Board Certification: Board Certification: Pediatric Urology
Licensed In: Illinois
Dr. Emilie K. Johnson, MD, MPH, FACS is associated with these hospitals and organizations:
Dr. Emilie K. Johnson, MD, MPH, FACS has an exceptional overall rating with an average of 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 1 ratings. We collect ratings and reviews of Dr. Emilie K. Johnson, MD, MPH, FACS from all over the web to help you find the right in Chicago, IL.
Dr. Johnson is professional and caring. I appreciate how she took the time to answer all of my questions and explain the options available. Overall, we had an excellent experience with her!
These charts describe general payments received by Dr. Emilie K. Johnson, MD, MPH, FACS. Doctors may receive payments for a number of reasons, including meal compensation, travel compensation, and consulting.
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$1,191
DEFLUX $1,191 |
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UBRELVY $16 |
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Dr. Emilie Johnson is a pediatric urology specialist in Chicago, IL and Skokie, IL. Before performing her residency at a hospital affiliated with the University of Michigan, Dr. Johnson attended the University of Michigan Medical School. In Dr. Johnson's practice, she is particularly interested in vesicoureteral reflux, urinary tract infection (UTI), and ureteropelvic junction (UPJ) obstruction. She is affiliated with the University of Illinois Hospital and Health Sciences System, Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago, and Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine. According to Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago, new patients are welcome to contact Dr. Johnson's office in Chicago, IL.
