Dr. Khaliah Johnson is a Stanford-educated pediatrician and palliative care specialist whose work bridges the worlds of medicine, advocacy, and healing. More than her credentials, Dr. Khaliah is a compassionate healer whose approach transcends traditional clinical boundaries.

Rooted in the values of love, healing, connection, faith, and family, she empowers families and practitioners to embrace both holistic and evidence-based approaches to wellness – particularly in underserved communities. Her work is dedicated to breaking generational cycles and addressing the deeper emotional and spiritual dimensions of care.

As a Cambia Health Foundation Sojourns Scholar, Dr. Khaliah leads transformative efforts to address racism and bias in pediatric serious illness care, advocating for equity during healthcare’s most vulnerable moments. Her commitment also reaches globally through We Are Wendo, the nonprofit she founded in rural Kenya to uplift women and girls.

Outside of clinical spaces, Dr. Khaliah brings her gifts of insight, inspiration, and joy to speaking engagements, community gatherings, and thought leadership. She is especially passionate about creating spaces where professional women of color can thrive fully – in career, health, and spirit.

A devoted mother, Dr. Khaliah lives by the belief that healing happens in all spaces – whether at the bedside, around the table, or in shared moments of humanity. Through her E3 philosophy – Educate. Encourage. Empower. – she helps others honor the whole person across life’s transitions.