Cortez Johnson, MD

Hello 29! My birthday this year came and went! I have been working night shifts on Labor and Delivery and have postponed my annual update. Overall, my birthday was a quietly celebratory affair. I went wine tasting the weekend before my birthday at Castello di Amorosa in Napa, a 14th century Tuscan-styled replica castle. I am so grateful to all of my lovely coworkers who celebrated me from the Family Medicine and ObGyn departments. I am also deeply thankful for the family and friends near and far who texted, called, e-mailed, and messaged in honor of my special day. As always, special thanks to my Mom who always makes me feel so seen. This year, I'd also like to thank my brother Tray, whose generous gift was a whopping surprise.
Earlier in the month, I saw my dear friends Weilun and Ricco (pictured at the end), and they treated me to my first ever wine tasting event when I went to the Bay to visit folks in Oakland and San Francisco.
Glory to God for allowing me to see 28 full years on this earth. As I humbly begin my 29th year, I am hoping to learn lots, rest well, nurture the relationships I have, and forge, new, meaningful bonds as I face the future ahead.