Dr. Sara J. Johnson, MD | Port Jefferson Station, NY | Rheumatology

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Dr. Sara Johnson specializes in rheumatology and internal medicine, bringing more than five decades of medical expertise to her practice. She earned her medical degree from Columbia University College of Physicians & Surgeons and completed her residency training at Pacific Presbyterian Medical Center. Her extensive experience spans 53 years of caring for patients with complex autoimmune and musculoskeletal conditions. Dr. Johnson is fluent in Spanish and Chinese, enabling her to communicate effectively with diverse patient populations.

Dr. Johnson practices at multiple locations across Long Island, including Port Jefferson Station, Melville, Smithtown, and Riverhead, New York. She maintains hospital privileges at Saint Johns Episcopal Hospital South Shore and Mather Hospital. Her clinical expertise includes treating back pain during pregnancy and managing back pain in children and teens. She also addresses flank pain and utilizes diagnostic imaging such as chest X-rays and CT scans to …evaluate patient conditions. Patients have given Dr. Johnson an average rating of 3.2 out of 5 stars.

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accepting new patients
3.2

31 Ratings
53 years of experience
25 insurance plans accepted
speaks Spanish, Chinese
Pacific Presbyterian Medical Center
7 written reviews
2 specialties
9 areas of expertise
2 board certifications
1 hospital affiliation
8 office locations
Female

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Doesn’t listen, probably thought I was crazy or a hypochondriac. Cool. No bedside manner doesn’t cut it. She’s rude, raises her voice, gets annoyed when you disagree or try to prod, rolls her eyes, sighs at you. Weird fixation with telling me I don’t want to be on meds when... I .... already told her that.... ??? She doesn’t try to help you or consider you’re genuinely in pain unless you’re easy to pinpoint, though she didn’t care enough to order some tests or try to convince me she cared. Each visit was about ten minutes, which shows how Caring she is, right? Save your time, money, and dignity and see someone who actually will TRY to empathize with you.

November 1st, 2018

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She does know what she is talking about but she likes to hear herself talk. She seems to discuss intricate medical information thinking the average joe is able to understand her. I am medical professional and am able to follow her. Not sure if she was just speaking to me like that or does that with everyone. She was a bit rude too.

August 8th, 2018

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I went to Dr. Johnson for the first time last week. After reading the reviews, I kind of knew what to expect regarding her bedside manner, so I was prepared. I am a strong advocate for myself and was not afraid to ask questions and push her when I disagreed with something she said. She definitely does not exude warmth at all but did spend a significant amount of time with me and by the end of the appointment, she seemed a little less distant.

July 6th, 2018

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Dr. Johnson was so rude. Didnt care to hear my issues regarding my arthritis. Blamed it on old age and there is nothing that can be done about it. Had 0 bedside manners! Did absolutely nothing for me. She was also very abrupt. Went to another Dr. and helped me 100% with my arthritis and didnt blame old age. I wouldnt recommend Dr. Johnson if my life depended on it!!

June 6th, 2018

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She may be smart, but she is rude and did not listen to me. She actually raised her voice at me in a very annoyed manner when I disagreed with her assessment of my complaints. She succeeded in getting me to agree with her, just so I could get out of there and never go back. I did not feel cared for or listened to.

April 19th, 2016

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Excellent doctor!

January 19th, 2012

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Smart and caring.

October 9th, 2009

Rheumatology Associates Of Long Island

7 Medical Dr Ste DPort Jefferson Station, NY 11776

Tel: (631) 928-4885

Mon10:00 am - 4:45 pm

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Rheumatology Associates Of Long Island

1895 Walt Whitman Rd Ste 10Melville, NY 11747

Tel: (631) 249-9525

Mon9:00 am - 5:00 pm

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Rheumatology Associates Of Long Island

315 E Main StSmithtown, NY 11787

Mon9:00 am - 5:00 pm

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Thu12:00 pm - 7:00 pm

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Rheumatology Associates Of Long Island

554 E Main StRiverhead, NY 11901

Tel: (631) 656-7171

Mon9:00 am - 5:00 pm

Tue10:00 am - 4:00 pm

Wed11:00 am - 3:30 pm

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Rheumatology Associates Of Long Island

1895 Walt Whitman RdMelville, NY 11747

Tel: (631) 249-9525

Mon9:00 am - 5:00 pm

Tue9:00 am - 5:00 pm

Wed9:00 am - 5:00 pm

Thu12:00 pm - 7:00 pm

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Johnson Sarala D Office

278 E Main StSmithtown, NY 11787

Staten Island Arthritis And Rheumatology

1200 South Ave Ste 307Staten Island, NY 10314

Tel: (631) 249-9525

Mon9:00 am - 5:00 pm

Tue9:00 am - 5:00 pm

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Thu12:00 pm - 7:00 pm

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Mather Hospital

75 N Country RdPort Jefferson, NY 11777


Dr. Sara Jane Johnson, MD	Dr. Michael Lee Gross, MD	Dr. Hoi Pan Huang, MD	Dr. Alexander Crystal, MD
Rheumatology	Rheumatology	Diagnostic Radiology	Interventional Cardiology
Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients
3.2 (31 Ratings)	3.8 (32 Ratings)	3 (2 Ratings)	5 (1 Rating)
53 Years of Experience	31 Years of Experience	17 Years of Experience	15 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option	Virtual Visit Available	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks Spanish, Chinese	Speaks English, Spanish
Port Jefferson Station , NY	Paramus , NJ	Camden , NJ	Bridgeport , CT
Med School: Columbia University College Of Physicians & Surgeons	Med School: Sackler School Of Medicine	Med School: Suny Downstate Medical Center College Of Medicine	Med School: St Matthews University School Of Medicine (Grand Cayman)
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Pacific Presbyterian Medical Center

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Columbia University College Of Physicians & SurgeonsGraduated in 1973

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What languages does Dr. Sara Johnson speak?: Dr. Sara Johnson speaks Spanish and Chinese.
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Where is Dr. Sara Johnson's office located?: Dr. Sara Johnson's office is located at 7 Medical Dr Ste D, Port Jefferson Station, NY, 11776.

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