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Dr. Christopher Michael Johnson, MD, PhD

(381 Ratings)

Specializes in: Adult Gastroenterology

University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign College of Medicine (2011)

Professional interests include: gastrointestinal problems (digestive disorders), inflammatory bowel disease

7700 Fish Pond Road
Waco, TX 76710

(254) 761-4444

Dr. Christopher Michael Johnson, MD, PhD is a gastroenterologist in Temple, TX specializing in adult gastroenterology. He graduated from University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign College of Medicine in 2011 and has 15 years of experience. Dr. Christopher Michael Johnson, MD, PhD is affiliated with Baylor College of Medicine, Baylor Scott & White Health, Baylor Scott & White Continuing Care Hospital - Temple and Baylor Scott & White Medical Center - Temple.

Office Locations

Baylor Scott & White Medical Center - Temple

2401 S 31st Street
Temple, TX 76508

(254) 724-2111

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Baylor Scott & White Medical Center - Temple

7700 Fish Pond Road
Waco, TX 76710

(254) 761-4444

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Some issues Dr. Christopher Michael Johnson, MD, PhD can help you with:

Gastrointestinal Problems (Digestive Disorders)

The gastrointestinal system, or GI tract, is the name given to a collection of organs that work together to digest food. These organs fit together in a long tube, running from the mouth to the anus, and include the esophagus, stomach, and intestines, among others. With so many parts working together, complicated by today's busy lifestyles and diets, digestive problems are common. As many as 1 in 3 Americans have a digestive or GI disorder. There are a huge variety of digestive problems, but the most common are IBS, constipation, GERD, hemorrhoids, and ulcers.

IBS, or irritable bowel syndrome, happens when the muscles surrounding the colon contract too easily or frequently. The result is abdominal pain, cramps, diarrhea or constipation, gas and bloating. IBS attacks can often be brought on by specific triggers, so a key part of treatment is learning which foods trigger IBS attacks and avoiding them. Treatment also includes exercise, avoiding stress, and medications if needed.

Constipation, or large, hard, or infrequent stools, happens to everyone at some point. It can be caused by a disruption in routine or food, or by eating a diet without many fresh fruits and vegetables. Although it is uncomfortable, constipation is common and usually not serious, but it can sometimes become chronic. Adding fiber to the diet, exercising, and taking medications may help.

GERD, or gastroesophageal reflux disease, is a severe form of chronic heartburn where stomach acid spills back up into the esophagus. Left untreated, the acid may even eat away at the esophagus and cause serious damage. Treatment includes changing the diet to avoid trigger foods, losing weight if needed, medications, or even surgery.

Hemorrhoids are blood vessels around the rectum that become irritated, swollen or torn while straining during a bowel movement. They are most often caused by constipation, but can also be caused by pregnancy, diarrhea, or simply a genetic predisposition towards hemorrhoids. Treatment involves first treating any constipation issues, then keeping the area clean and soothed until it has healed. If these measures are ineffective, surgery is sometimes used.

Peptic ulcers are sores or spots of inflammation in the lining of the stomach or close to the stomach in the small intestine. Usually this area is coated with a protective lining that shields the tissue from the strong stomach acid, but a break in the lining can let acid in, causing the sores. It used to be thought that stress caused ulcers, but now it is known that is not the case. Most often, they are caused by an infection by H. pylori bacteria, but ulcers can also be caused by alcohol abuse or overuse of aspirin, ibuprofen, naproxen, or other NSAIDS. The symptoms of an ulcer are pain, hunger, nausea, and fatigue.

Gastrointestinal problems, perhaps more than any other area, are markedly affected by lifestyle. Many disorders can be prevented or treated at least in part by eating a healthy diet high in fiber, exercising regularly, drinking enough water, and limiting alcohol intake. Still, the frequency of digestive disorders means that even the healthiest person can be affected by them. Anyone who notices blood in their stool, experiences abdominal pain, unexplained weight loss, or any significant change in bowel movements should see a doctor.

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2017 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Christopher Michael Johnson, MD, PhD treated as a gastroenterologist in Temple, TX during 2017 were minimally invasive procedures, gastrointestinal procedures, removal of lesion (e.g. growth) and diagnostic procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Christopher Michael Johnson, MD, PhD for Medicare patients.

diagnostic procedures	65
doctor visit	87
gastrointestinal procedures	86
hospital care	35
inpatient care	35
minimally invasive procedures	86
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	65

2017 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Christopher Michael Johnson, MD, PhD.

**Gender**
Male	75
Female	147

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	171
Black	26
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	86
From 75 to 84	50
85 and over	15
Less than 65	71

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Christopher Michael Johnson, MD, PhD in 2017

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	54
Stroke	5
Ischemic Heart Disease	39
Depression	39
Chronic Kidney Disease	41
Asthma	12
Osteoperosis	19
Atrial Fibrilation	14
Heart Failure	29
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	21
Diabetes	36
Dementia	15
Cancer	14

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2018 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Christopher Michael Johnson, MD, PhD treated as a gastroenterologist in Temple, TX during 2018 were minimally invasive procedures, gastrointestinal procedures, removal of lesion (e.g. growth) and diagnostic procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Christopher Michael Johnson, MD, PhD for Medicare patients.

diagnostic procedures	123
doctor visit	171
gastrointestinal procedures	172
hospital care	90
inpatient care	90
minimally invasive procedures	172
preventive care	21
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	123

2018 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Christopher Michael Johnson, MD, PhD.

**Gender**
Male	127
Female	223

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	254
Black	46
Hispanic	35
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	160
From 75 to 84	76
85 and over	29
Less than 65	85

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Christopher Michael Johnson, MD, PhD in 2018

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	60
Stroke	7
Ischemic Heart Disease	42
Depression	44
Chronic Kidney Disease	47
Asthma	12
Osteoperosis	14
Atrial Fibrilation	13
Heart Failure	35
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	23
Diabetes	37
Dementia	21
Cancer	16

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2019 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Christopher Michael Johnson, MD, PhD treated as a gastroenterologist in Temple, TX during 2019 were minimally invasive procedures, gastrointestinal procedures, removal of lesion (e.g. growth) and diagnostic procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Christopher Michael Johnson, MD, PhD for Medicare patients.

diagnostic procedures	149
doctor visit	197
esophageal dilation	20
gastrointestinal procedures	211
hospital care	54
inpatient care	54
minimally invasive procedures	211
preventive care	19
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	149

2019 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Christopher Michael Johnson, MD, PhD.

**Gender**
Male	145
Female	213

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	274
Black	42
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	183
From 75 to 84	70
85 and over	23
Less than 65	82

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Christopher Michael Johnson, MD, PhD in 2019

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	58
Stroke	6
Ischemic Heart Disease	36
Depression	41
Chronic Kidney Disease	40
Asthma	8
Osteoperosis	12
Atrial Fibrilation	10
Heart Failure	27
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	20
Diabetes	34
Dementia	16
Cancer	11

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2020 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Christopher Michael Johnson, MD, PhD treated as a gastroenterologist in Temple, TX during 2020 were minimally invasive procedures, gastrointestinal procedures, removal of lesion (e.g. growth) and diagnostic procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Christopher Michael Johnson, MD, PhD for Medicare patients.

diagnostic procedures	136
doctor visit	135
esophageal dilation	12
gastrointestinal procedures	183
hospital care	84
inpatient care	84
minimally invasive procedures	183
preventive care	13
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	136

2020 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Christopher Michael Johnson, MD, PhD.

**Gender**
Male	144
Female	172

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	244
Black	33
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	155
From 75 to 84	76
85 and over	19
Less than 65	66

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Christopher Michael Johnson, MD, PhD in 2020

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	66
Stroke	6
Ischemic Heart Disease	38
Depression	38
Chronic Kidney Disease	48
Asthma	9
Osteoperosis	12
Atrial Fibrilation	10
Heart Failure	28
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	16
Diabetes	40
Dementia	16
Cancer	16

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2021 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Christopher Michael Johnson, MD, PhD treated as a gastroenterologist in Temple, TX during 2021 were minimally invasive procedures, gastrointestinal procedures, removal of lesion (e.g. growth) and diagnostic procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Christopher Michael Johnson, MD, PhD for Medicare patients.

diagnostic procedures	99
doctor visit	118
esophageal dilation	13
gastrointestinal procedures	138
hospital care	79
inpatient care	79
minimally invasive procedures	138
preventive care	11
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	99

2021 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Christopher Michael Johnson, MD, PhD.

**Gender**
Male	127
Female	159

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	228
Black	18
Hispanic	26
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	137
From 75 to 84	88
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Christopher Michael Johnson, MD, PhD in 2021

Hypertension	72
High Cholesterol	65
Stroke	6
Ischemic Heart Disease	33
Depression	35
Chronic Kidney Disease	43
Asthma	7
Osteoperosis	11
Atrial Fibrilation	15
Heart Failure	22
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	16
Diabetes	33
Dementia	18
Cancer	10

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2022 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Christopher Michael Johnson, MD, PhD treated as a gastroenterologist in Temple, TX during 2022 were minimally invasive procedures, gastrointestinal procedures, removal of lesion (e.g. growth) and diagnostic procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Christopher Michael Johnson, MD, PhD for Medicare patients.

diagnostic procedures	126
doctor visit	69
esophageal dilation	15
gastrointestinal procedures	209
hospital care	58
inpatient care	58
minimally invasive procedures	209
preventive care	46
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	126

2022 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Christopher Michael Johnson, MD, PhD.

**Gender**
Male	123
Female	156

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	213
Black	26
Hispanic	25
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	143
From 75 to 84	78
85 and over	19
Less than 65	39

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Christopher Michael Johnson, MD, PhD in 2022

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	75
Stroke	14
Ischemic Heart Disease	28
Depression	32
Chronic Kidney Disease	27
Asthma	13
Osteoperosis	11
Atrial Fibrilation	19
Heart Failure	23
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	20
Diabetes	30
Dementia	9
Cancer	16

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

Average Medicare Procedure Volume From 2017 - 2022

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Christopher Michael Johnson, MD, PhD for Medicare patients.

The highest averages for the top procedures that Dr. Christopher Michael Johnson, MD, PhD treated as a gastroenterologist in Temple, TX were minimally invasive procedures, gastrointestinal procedures, removal of lesion (e.g. growth) and diagnostic procedures.

diagnostic procedures	116
doctor visit	129
esophageal dilation	15
gastrointestinal procedures	166
hospital care	66
inpatient care	66
minimally invasive procedures	166
preventive care	22
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	116

Average Medicare Patient Data From 2017 - 2022

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Christopher Michael Johnson, MD, PhD.

**Gender**
Male	123
Female	178

**Ethnicity**
Black / African American	31
Asian / Pacific Islander	0
Non-Hispanic White	230
Native American / Alaskan Native	0
Hispanic	14
Other	0

**Age**
75 to 84	73
85 and over	17
Less than 65	57
65 to 74	144

Average of Total of Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Christopher Michael Johnson, MD, PhD From 2017 - 2022

The highest averages of the most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Christopher Michael Johnson, MD, PhD treated were hypertension, high cholesterol, chronic kidney disease and depression.

Hypertension	74
High Cholesterol	63
Stroke	7
Ischemic Heart Disease	36
Depression	38
Chronic Kidney Disease	41
Asthma	10
Osteoporosis	13
Heart Failure	27
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	19
Diabetes	35
Atrial Fibrillation	13
Dementia	15
Cancer	13

Education & Training

Dr. Christopher Michael Johnson, MD, PhD graduated from University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign College of Medicine in 2011. He completed residency at Scott and White Healthcare. He is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine, Board Certified in Internal Medicine and Gastroenterology and has a state license in Texas.

Medical School: University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign College of Medicine (2011)

Residency: Scott and White Healthcare

Board Certification: American Board of Internal Medicine, Board Certified in Internal Medicine and Gastroenterology

Licensed In: Texas

Affiliations & Hospitals

Dr. Christopher Michael Johnson, MD, PhD is associated with these hospitals and organizations:

Baylor College of Medicine

Baylor Scott & White Health

Baylor Scott & White Continuing Care Hospital - Temple

Baylor Scott & White Medical Center - Temple

Insurance Information

Please note: Insurance information may change at any time, and the provider may accept your insurance plan even if it is not listed below. Please contact the provider's office to confirm that your insurance is accepted.

Dr. Christopher Michael Johnson, MD, PhD appears to accept the following insurance providers: CIGNA Open Access, United Healthcare Select Plus, United Healthcare Select, United Healthcare Choice Plus, Humana HMO, United Healthcare Choice, Blue Choice, Aetna QPOS, TRICARE Prime, Aetna Open Choice PPO, TRICARE Extra, TRICARE, Blue California, Aetna Select, Aetna HMO, Aetna Medicare PPO, Aetna Open Access Managed Choice, CIGNA Choice Fund, Aetna Open Access Elect Choice, CIGNA Open Access Plus, Aetna Choice POS II, BlueCross BlueShield ParPlan, WellCare, AARP, Medicare Advantage, TriWest, United Healthcare, United Healthcare Navigate, Railroad Medicare, Medicaid, Aetna Managed Choice, Guardian, Humana, Cigna, United Healthcare Navigate Plus, Humana PPO, Humana ChoiceCare Network, CIGNA Open Access Plus In Network, Superior Health Plan, Aetna-Aetna Signature Administrators, Aetna-Health Network Option, Baylor Scott & White Health Plan-PPO Network-Group, Baylor Scott & White Health Plan-BSW Extended PPO, DFW ConnectedCare-American Airlines Employee Benefit Plan, Baylor Scott & White Health Plan-BSW SeniorCare Advantage PPO, Baylor Scott & White Health Plan-BSW Plus HMO-Individual/Family, Baylor Scott & White Health Plan-Hendrick Health Employee Plan, Baylor Scott & White Health Plan-Covenant Preferred HMO, Baylor Scott & White Health Plan-ERS BSW Preferred HMO Network, Baylor Scott & White Health Plan-EPO Network-Individual/Family, Aetna-Aetna Medicare Prime Plan (HMO), Baylor Scott & White Health Plan-BSW Premier PPO, Baylor Scott & White Health Plan-BSW Plus HMO-Group, Aetna-Aetna Medicare Dual Complete Plan (HMO D-SNP), Nebraska Furniture Mart-Emerald, Baylor Scott & White Health Plan-BSWH Employee Network Premium (PPO)/ HDHP, Baylor Scott & White Health Plan-BSW Access PPO, Aetna-Aetna Medicare Value Plan (HMO), Baylor Scott & White Health Plan-Pyco Industries Employee Plan, Baylor Scott & White Health Plan-BSW Plus PPO-Group, Baylor Scott & White Health Plan-BSW Preferred HMO Network - Group, Baylor Scott & White Health Plan-HMO Network-Individual/Family, Baylor Scott & White Health Plan-BSW Solutions PPO, Prism Electric-BSW Premier - Prism, Baylor Scott & White Health Plan-BSW Preferred HMO - Individual Marketplace, FirstCare Health Plans-CHIP, Baylor Scott & White Health Plan-BSW Preferred PPO Network, Aetna-Group Retiree Medicare PPO - Limited to Exxon/Mobil, Nebraska Furniture Mart-Onyx, Centivo Network-Centivo Network - Baylor Scott & White Premier, Aetna-Open Access Select, Baylor Scott & White Health Plan-BSW Premier HMO-Individual/Family, Nebraska Furniture Mart-Pearl, Medicare-Traditional Medicare, Baylor Scott & White Health Plan-BSWH Employee Network (SEQA & EQA), Catalyst Health Group-Catalyst Health - Baylor Scott & White Preferred, Baylor Scott & White Health Plan-BSW Plus PPO-Individual/Family, FirstCare Health Plans-FirstCare Select Plus HMO Network, Baylor Scott & White Health Plan-BSW SeniorCare Advantage HMO, Baylor Scott & White Health Plan-McLane Group Network, Aetna-Health Network Only, Baylor Scott & White Health Plan-HMO Network-Group and Baylor Scott & White Health Plan-BSW Premier HMO-Group.

Insurance Accepted by Provider includes:

According to our sources, Dr. Christopher Michael Johnson, MD, PhD accepts the following insurance providers:

CIGNA Open Access

United Healthcare Select Plus

United Healthcare Select

United Healthcare Choice Plus

Humana HMO

United Healthcare Choice

Blue Choice

Aetna QPOS

TRICARE Prime

Aetna Open Choice PPO

TRICARE Extra

TRICARE

Blue California

Aetna Select

Aetna HMO

Aetna Medicare PPO

Aetna Open Access Managed Choice

CIGNA Choice Fund

Aetna Open Access Elect Choice

CIGNA Open Access Plus

Aetna Choice POS II

BlueCross BlueShield ParPlan

WellCare

AARP

Medicare Advantage

TriWest

United Healthcare

United Healthcare Navigate

Railroad Medicare

Medicaid

Aetna Managed Choice

Guardian

Humana

Cigna

United Healthcare Navigate Plus

Humana PPO

Humana ChoiceCare Network

CIGNA Open Access Plus In Network

Superior Health Plan

Aetna-Aetna Signature Administrators

Aetna-Health Network Option

Baylor Scott & White Health Plan-PPO Network-Group

Baylor Scott & White Health Plan-BSW Extended PPO

DFW ConnectedCare-American Airlines Employee Benefit Plan

Baylor Scott & White Health Plan-BSW SeniorCare Advantage PPO

Baylor Scott & White Health Plan-BSW Plus HMO-Individual/Family

Baylor Scott & White Health Plan-Hendrick Health Employee Plan

Baylor Scott & White Health Plan-Covenant Preferred HMO

Baylor Scott & White Health Plan-ERS BSW Preferred HMO Network

Baylor Scott & White Health Plan-EPO Network-Individual/Family

Aetna-Aetna Medicare Prime Plan (HMO)

Baylor Scott & White Health Plan-BSW Premier PPO

Baylor Scott & White Health Plan-BSW Plus HMO-Group

Aetna-Aetna Medicare Dual Complete Plan (HMO D-SNP)

Nebraska Furniture Mart-Emerald

Baylor Scott & White Health Plan-BSWH Employee Network Premium (PPO)/ HDHP

Baylor Scott & White Health Plan-BSW Access PPO

Aetna-Aetna Medicare Value Plan (HMO)

Baylor Scott & White Health Plan-Pyco Industries Employee Plan

Baylor Scott & White Health Plan-BSW Plus PPO-Group

Baylor Scott & White Health Plan-BSW Preferred HMO Network - Group

Baylor Scott & White Health Plan-HMO Network-Individual/Family

Baylor Scott & White Health Plan-BSW Solutions PPO

Prism Electric-BSW Premier - Prism

Baylor Scott & White Health Plan-BSW Preferred HMO - Individual Marketplace

FirstCare Health Plans-CHIP

Baylor Scott & White Health Plan-BSW Preferred PPO Network

Aetna-Group Retiree Medicare PPO - Limited to Exxon/Mobil

Nebraska Furniture Mart-Onyx

Centivo Network-Centivo Network - Baylor Scott & White Premier

Aetna-Open Access Select

Baylor Scott & White Health Plan-BSW Premier HMO-Individual/Family

Nebraska Furniture Mart-Pearl

Medicare-Traditional Medicare

Baylor Scott & White Health Plan-BSWH Employee Network (SEQA & EQA)

Catalyst Health Group-Catalyst Health - Baylor Scott & White Preferred

Baylor Scott & White Health Plan-BSW Plus PPO-Individual/Family

FirstCare Health Plans-FirstCare Select Plus HMO Network

Baylor Scott & White Health Plan-BSW SeniorCare Advantage HMO

Baylor Scott & White Health Plan-McLane Group Network

Aetna-Health Network Only

Baylor Scott & White Health Plan-HMO Network-Group

Baylor Scott & White Health Plan-BSW Premier HMO-Group

Ratings & Reviews

Dr. Christopher Michael Johnson, MD, PhD has an exceptional overall rating with an average of 4.91 out of 5 stars based on 381 ratings. We collect ratings and reviews of Dr. Christopher Michael Johnson, MD, PhD from all over the web to help you find the right in Temple, TX.

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General Payments

These charts describe general payments received by Dr. Christopher Michael Johnson, MD, PhD. Doctors may receive payments for a number of reasons, including meal compensation, travel compensation, and consulting.

**Payments by Company**
Janssen Scientific Affairs, LLC	$398 REMICADE $275	STELARA $122
AbbVie, Inc.	$271 Humira $113	$159
Janssen Biotech, Inc.	$245 REMICADE $236	STELARA $9
AbbVie Inc.	$222 Rinvoq $222
Boston Scientific Corporation	$172 ORISE $137	Resolution 360 Clip $19	$16
Other	$322 ZEPOSIA $103	XOSPATA $101	Ozanimod $19	XIFAXAN $15	$83

**Types of Payments**
Food and Beverage	$1,445
Education	$185

Research Payments

Dr. Christopher Michael Johnson, MD, PhD has received 239 research payments totaling $505,949.

Biography

Dr. Christopher Johnson's area of specialization is adult gastroenterology. Areas of expertise for Dr. Johnson include inflammatory bowel disease. The average patient rating for Dr. Johnson is 5.0 stars (out of 5). United Healthcare Navigate, Blue California, and Humana ChoiceCare Network seem to be the insurance carriers that Dr. Johnson accepts. His education and training includes medical school at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign College of Medicine and residency at Scott and White Healthcare. Dr. Johnson is professionally affiliated with Scott & White Clinic and Baylor College of Medicine.