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Joseph Andrew Johnson, M.D.
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Highland Hospital
1000 South Avenue
Rochester, NY 14620
Highland Hospital
1000 South Avenue
Rochester, NY 14620
About Me
Dr. Johnson was the Chief of the Department of Surgery at Highland Hospital from 2001 to 2022. He received his medical degree from New York Medical College and completed his residency training in general surgery at Strong Memorial Hospital and the University of Rochester.
Dr. Johnson is certified by the American Board of Surgery and is a fellow of the American College of Surgeons. He is also actively involved in the Geriatrics Education for Specialty Residents Program (GESR).
Certified Specialties
Surgery (General Surgery) - American Board of Surgery
Faculty Appointments
Associate Professor - Department of Surgery, Bariatric/GI (SMD)
Chief - Department of Surgery, Bariatric/GI (SMD)
Credentials
Residency & Fellowship
Residency, Surgery (General Surgery), University of Rochester Medical Center. 1989 - 1993
Internship, Surgery (General Surgery), University of Rochester Medical Center. 1988 - 1989
Education
MD | New York Medical College. 1988
Awards
Shining Example. 2023
Elethea H. Caldwell, MD Plastic Surgery Residents Teaching Award The Division of Plastic Surgery University of Rochester. 2022
Healthcare Achievement Award. 2017
Elethea H. Caldwell, MD Plastic Surgery Residents Teaching Award. 2014
Shining Example. 2009
Elethea H. Caldwell, MD Plastic Surgery Residents Teaching Award. 2008 - 2000
Shining Example. 2008
President. 1998 - 2000
Publications
Journal Articles
Ahmed AR, Rickards G, Husain S, Johnson J, Boss T, O'Malley W
Obesity surgery.. 2007 December 17 (12):1563-6. Epub 11/15/2007.
Husain S, Ahmed AR, Johnson J, Boss T, O'Malley W
Archives of surgery.. 2007 October 142 (10):988-93. Epub 1900 01 01.
Ahmed AR, O'Malley W, Johnson J, Boss T
Obesity surgery.. 2007 August 17 (8):1075-9. Epub 1900 01 01.
Hendrickson RJ, Koniaris LG, Kovach SJ, Johnson JA
Surgical endoscopy.. 2002 September 16 (9):1364. Epub 1900 01 01.
Books
Principles of Surgery, Companion Handbook (1999)
Chapter: Appendix
Authors: Joseph A. Johnson, MD
Publisher: McGraw-Hill 1999
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Patient Comments
Dr Johnson was fantastic. He listened and provided clear feedback. Very kind.
May 01, 2024
[...] Excellent doctor who needs to be allowed the time needed within reason rather than thanking heaven he is smart and articulate and can say a lot clearly but has to depend on GI docs and PCPs in intervening times who may. Frankly, [...] just not care or be a PA with no identifiable supervising MD.
Apr 28, 2024
Satisfactory
Apr 25, 2024
I thought his demeanor was abrupt and rude to me.
Mar 26, 2024
I was extremely satisfied with the care provider!
Mar 15, 2024
Excellent visit in helping me understand diagnosis and clear recommendation for going forward
Mar 13, 2024
Smiling thorough, caring - I don't think I could've asked for more.
Feb 27, 2024
Excellent advice and care.
Jan 13, 2024
Dr. Joseph Johnson addressed my concerns concisely. He is awesome!!
Dec 07, 2023
The provider was nice, courteous, and knowledgeable, but went over everything too quickly. He didn't seem to understand my desire for a more detailed explanation of my problem, what I should do about, and what were the risk. I left a little confused and uncertain, feeling like I should talk to someone else.
Sep 26, 2023
After meeting with the doctor I am very confident in his ability to correct my hernia
Sep 21, 2023
The appointment was rushed and it felt like he just wanted me out of the office.
Aug 16, 2023
Professional, polite.
Jul 18, 2023
Dr Johnston seemed to rush through the visit, no tests/lab work were ordered to confirm the diagnosis and he didn't provide any other reasons for my issues. He was dismissive, unempathetic and didn't like to be questioned. I'm still not feeling well, but I don't want to return to his care [...]
Jul 02, 2023
Just didn't really listen or understand me at all, not sure if he cared either
Jun 28, 2023
I have had two surgeries and a follow up appointment. Communications have gotten better with each contact. I was impressed with his physical examination and his analysis that the ultra sound hernia test result may have been inaccurate, and he concurred that I follow through with my second opinion appointment.
Jun 28, 2023
I would definitely recommend this surgeon.
Apr 19, 2023
I have great respect for Dr. Johnson He performed an operation on me in the past. I have confidence in his analysis of a situation and recommended steps forward.
Apr 19, 2023
Dr. Johnson is awesome.
Apr 10, 2023
Was a little rushed, but still very courteous
Mar 23, 2023
He was lovely
Mar 17, 2023
Dr. Johnson is superb. [...].
Jan 20, 2023
The provider called me by name and shook my hand when he entered. Again I was a person to him.
Jan 09, 2023
Dr constantly talked over me, doubted everything that I was saying [...] Definitely did not address my concern [...] Not impressed, and would never allow him to operate on me, even in an emergency. So frustrating!
Dec 21, 2022
Dr. Johnson was totally honest and straightforward, totally refreshing.
Dec 20, 2022
Outstanding.
Dec 08, 2022
As a surgeon #1. As an after care consult not so good.
Dec 03, 2022
I received outstanding care from Dr. Johnson. His professionalism, deep knowledge base & experience, and compassion were well displayed. I have greatly benefited from the successful surgery and follow up care he has provided me.
Nov 18, 2022
Dr Johnson is an excellent commentator & is friendly.
Nov 11, 2022
Very satisfied and confident
Oct 12, 2022
Excellent first experience with doctor
Jul 29, 2022
I have complete confidence in his doctor heading into my surgery
Jul 10, 2022
Again surgeon seemed like a great guy and came highly recommended but we were not connecting at all on my issues. [...] felt rushed and poorly informed of options. [...]
Feb 18, 2022