John R. Paulson, MD

Education

Undergraduate – Luther College | Decorah, IA – 1988

Medical School – University of Iowa | Iowa City, IA – 1992

Residency – University of Iowa | Iowa City, IA – 1995

Board Certification

American Board of Pediatrics

Professional Awards/Honors/External Positions

Mpls St. Paul Magazine Top Doctors

Chief of Pediatrics, Maple Grove Hospital, 2012-2013, 2024-present

Vice Chief of Staff, Maple Grove Hospital, 2014-2015

Chief of Staff, Maple Grove Hospital, 2016-2017

Credentials Chair, Maple Grove Hospital, 2018-2022

Medical Interests

Toddler behavior, ADHD

About Me

Where is your hometown?

I grew up in Newton, Iowa – We need more Hawkeyes in Minnesota.

Why did you become a pediatrician?

I love kids. It’s much more fun than taking care of old people.

How would your friends and family describe you?

A good sense of humor. I hope.

When you are not working, what do you like to do for fun?

Practice golf, play golf, and think about golf. And second guessing the Viking coaching staff.

Anything else you’d like to share in your bio?

My wife is Sherry Paulson, an OB/GYN. I have two young adult daughters.