Jasmine Johnson

Jasmine Johnson

Data Coordinator

Jasmine joined Open Table in January of 2023 but volunteered with Open Table to provide data consultation for about 6 months prior to coming on as a staff member. Her lived experience of growing up in Appalachia has fueled her desire to research the surrounding contextual factors affecting health outcomes and access to resources and services. Her unique perspective is a perfect match for the wraparound services provided through Open Table.

Jasmine was a Research Assistant at Virginia Tech where she conducted research characterizing healthcare utilization patterns for regions of Virginia and West Virginia. She employed qualitative approaches to interview and code interviews with Black Appalachian women to identify barriers to care. Using quantitative approaches, she also analyzed health records data for a regional healthcare system to determine factors affecting the likelihood of patients using emergency services for non-urgent and primary care-related conditions. Jasmine earned her Bachelor’s degree in Public Health from West Virginia University and is currently a PhD candidate at Virginia Tech earning her PhD in Translational Biology, Medicine, and Health.

Outside of work, Jasmine enjoys playing tennis, tending to her garden, or spending time with friends and family. She also loves to crochet, travel, and listen to music. She lives in Roanoke, VA.