Diana Johanson, MD

I am often asked if having pediatric training helps me be a parent.  And the answer is, “Yes and no.” Sure, there are straightforward medical issues that I don’t have to Google (or call the pediatrician!) because of the knowledge I have gathered from my career. But when I am with my kids, I am about 95% parent and only 5% pediatrician, and I feel the same as anyone else out there when my child is sick or arguing with me about our house rules and expectations.  There really are no magic tricks or quick solutions. The amount of patience required to take care of teenagers is tremendous, so it is from this perspective that I try to bring my best advice and care to your child in the office.

I’ve spent 22 years at NAP and watched “my babies” grow into young adults and move on from our practice.  There has been so much change since I began in 2003, with additional offices and services provided.  I started and championed NAP’s integrated behavioral health program from 2017 through 2022 and have been NAP’s managing partner since 2023. We’ve more than doubled in size. But some things remain the same: I can’t imagine working alongside a more skilled and caring group of people.

Outside the office, my children attend JFK Middle School and Northampton High School, so you will see me at chorus concerts, Forbes library JFK art gallery showings, NHS football games (with a particular focus on the marching band), band performances, and high school plays and musicals.

I love pediatrics because, although its intellectual dimensions involve science and diagnosis, its heart lies with children and families.  I am always impressed and amazed by your children and feel fortunate to be a part of your lives.