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Age Groups Seen
- Adult
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- English
Gender
FemaleAbout Emily Littlejohn
Biography
Emily Littlejohn completed her undergraduate education at Georgetown University, where she received a B.S in Human Science. After college she moved to Boston where she received a M.P.H in Epidemiology from Boston University of Public Health. She then attended Medical School at Western University College of Osteopathic Medicine of the Pacific (COMP) where she was awarded a research fellowship in the Department of Biotechnology. She went on to complete her Internal Medicine Residency at Loyola University Medical Center in Chicago, IL and Rheumatology Fellowship at the University of Michigan where she worked closely with lupus patients and became interested in this complex and elusive disease.
She joined the medical staff in the Department of Rheumatic and Immunologic Diseases at Cleveland Clinic in 2017 and holds a faculty position of Clinical Assistant Professor in the Cleveland Clinic Lerner College of Medicine of Case Western Reserve University. She directs the Cleveland Clinic Lupus Cohort (CCLC), a longitudinal bio repository that banks blood and urine of lupus patients and is co- director of the Lupus Clinic.
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Education & Board Certifications
Education
- Fellowship: University of Michigan, 2017
- Residency: Loyola University Medical Center, 2015
- Medical Education: Western University of Health Sciences, 2012
- Graduate School: Boston University, 2007
- Undergraduate: Georgetown University, 2006
Research & Publications
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Industry Relationships
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As of 2025-03-24, Dr. Littlejohn has reported the financial relationships with the companies listed below.
Consulting and/or Speaking. Dr. Littlejohn receives fees of $5,000 or more per year (or, in rare cases, equity or stock options) as a paid consultant, speaker or as a member of an advisory committee for the following companies:
- Bristol-Myers Squibb
Public Health Service-Reportable Financial Conflicts of Interest. Cleveland Clinic scientists and physicians engage in basic, translational and clinical research activities, working to solve health problems, enhance patient care and improve quality of life for patients. Interactions with industry are essential to bringing the researchers' discoveries to the public, but can present the potential for conflicts of interest related to their research activities. Click here to view a listing of instances where Cleveland Clinic has identified a Public Health Service (PHS)-Reportable Financial Conflict of Interest and has put measures in place to ensure that, to the extent possible, the design, conduct and reporting of the research is free from bias.
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Ratings & Reviews
4.9 out of 5
123 ratings, 22 reviewsThe Patient Satisfaction Rating is an average of all responses to the care provider related questions shown below from our survey. Patients that are treated in outpatient or hospital environments may receive different surveys, and the volume of responses will vary by question.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/6/2026
She is a WONDERFUL WONDERFUL Doctor. I am thankful to have her as my doctor. She really cares about her patients.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/16/2026
Dr Littlejohn had clearly reviewed my case thoroughly before seeing me. I have a rare condition and she did a deep dive before seeing me and I am so very grateful.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/16/2026
Dr Littlejohn is a compassionate, well educated doctor who has amazing communication skills. She puts me at ease and explains treatments clearly.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/16/2026
Deb, Dr Littlejohn''s secretary was fabulous also. She went out of her way to help me schedule my IVIG treatment out of state while traveling. She was so very helpful
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/10/2026
Dr Littlejohn is as good a doctor as you could hope for. She is the absolute best as a lupus specialist and I am thriving under her care. Don''t think you could ask for more!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/10/2026
Dr Littlejohn always takes the time to explain all treatment and change of medication. She also explains everything and why changes are being made.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/20/2026
Dr. Littlejohn listened to what I had to say and involved me in the decision making process.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/6/2026
DR. LITTLEjohn is a great Doctor.She gets things done in a timely manner!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/29/2026
Dr. Littlejohn is an exceptional provider. She listened, was thorough, and prescribed a treatment that gave me my life back.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/29/2025
Professional, caring, friendly manner. Dr. Littlejohn exceeds all my expectations.Above and beyond excellent!!!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/19/2025
I was very impressed by Dr Littlejohn! I've had good Drs and not so good Drs. Dr Littlejohn is right up there at the top.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/8/2025
She was awesome. Her caring and listening was extraordinary. Feel blessed to have her as my doctor
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/13/2025
Dr. Littlejohn is amazing. I drive 5 hours each way to see her and she is worth every mile. So knowledgeable, so honest and genuinely cares.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/23/2025
Excellent Doctor
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/12/2025
Every time on my appointments she answers all my questions and understand the means of what is going on with me.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/12/2025
Dr Littlejohn is amazing. Very understanding and responds quickly to my chart messages.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/15/2025
Dr. Littlejohn is a wonderful, caring physician. She is upbeat and radiates positivity. I always look forward to my appointments with her!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/23/2025
My experience at Cleveland Clinic is always good and I love the care I receive from Dr. Littlejohn.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/10/2025
I am in good hands with Dr Littlejohn and appreciate her care
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/29/2025
I would recommend Dr. Littlejohn to anyone!! She has been kind, compassionate, and attentive since day one. She has been instrumental in me being able to function in my daily life.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/4/2025
Dr. Littlejohn is the best!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/4/2025
Dr Littlejohn is a great listener and shows compassion