Felicia Johnson, RN
Comer Children's Hospital
Medical Honoree
 Felicia is a registered nurse in the Pediatric Rheumatology Clinic at Comer Children's Hospital. As a rheumatology nurse, she provides nursing advice, support, and education to patients and families.
Felicia says, “The Arthritis Foundation has been a valuable resource for me in my nursing practice, especially when counseling patients who are newly diagnosed. I am able to provide reliable information, support, and community connections for patients and their families.” |
Susan was diagnosed with arthritis in the 8th grade after a pediatrician referred her to a pediatric rheumatologist at Michael Reese Hospital. Her original treatment involved 11 aspirin a day, splints on her hands/wrists at night and dropping out of sports related activities. Her journey has been a roller coaster ride. At times she had pain doing the simplest things like opening a car door; at other times, she had little to no pain and was able to complete three marathons. She is currently in remission.