4.2
105 Ratings with 26 written Reviews
Summary
Dr. Craig Johnson, has specialized in colorectal surgery since 1992 and has been in the practice of colorectal surgery at Surgical Associates since 1996. He is active in bringing advanced treatment options to patients who need colon and rectal surgery.
A native Oklahoman, Dr. Johnson graduated from the University of Oklahoma in Norman, and earned his medical degree from the University of Oklahoma Health Sciences Center. He completed his general surgery residency on the Health Science Center's Tulsa campus.
Dr. Johnson also completed a fellowship in colorectal surgery at Louisiana State University in Shreveport, Louisiana.
Dr. Johnson is especially interested in the treatment of inflammatory bowel disease, including Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis, and in the care of patients with rectal cancer. His use of the J-pouch or ileoanal procedure, a recent advancement in the treatment of ulcerative colitis, has improved the quality of life for many patients after surgery.
Similarly, …Dr. Johnson performs operations that permit some patients to maintain a normal bowel function after surgery for rectal cancer. Through his leadership, a major local hospital acquired endorectal ultrasound technology, a new imaging technique used to help stage rectal cancer before surgery. Dr. Johnson is a member of the Cancer Committee and the Patient Care Committee at a major local hospital, and serves on the Colorectal Cancer Committee of the National Surgical Adjuvant Breast and Bowel Project.
Dr. Johnson is the Crohn's Colitis Foundation Association Chapter Medical Advisory committee chairperson. He is a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons and is a member of the American Medical Association, Society of American Gastrointestinal Endoscopic Surgeons, The American Society of Colon and Rectal Surgeons, Oklahoma State Medical Association, Tulsa County Medical Society, Tulsa Surgical Society, and the NSABP Colorectal Disease Committee.
Read More Read less A native Oklahoman, Dr. Johnson graduated from the University of Oklahoma in Norman, and earned his medical degree from the University of Oklahoma Health Sciences Center. He completed his general surgery residency on the Health Science Center's Tulsa campus.
Dr. Johnson also completed a fellowship in colorectal surgery at Louisiana State University in Shreveport, Louisiana.
Dr. Johnson is especially interested in the treatment of inflammatory bowel disease, including Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis, and in the care of patients with rectal cancer. His use of the J-pouch or ileoanal procedure, a recent advancement in the treatment of ulcerative colitis, has improved the quality of life for many patients after surgery.
Similarly, …Dr. Johnson performs operations that permit some patients to maintain a normal bowel function after surgery for rectal cancer. Through his leadership, a major local hospital acquired endorectal ultrasound technology, a new imaging technique used to help stage rectal cancer before surgery. Dr. Johnson is a member of the Cancer Committee and the Patient Care Committee at a major local hospital, and serves on the Colorectal Cancer Committee of the National Surgical Adjuvant Breast and Bowel Project.
Dr. Johnson is the Crohn's Colitis Foundation Association Chapter Medical Advisory committee chairperson. He is a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons and is a member of the American Medical Association, Society of American Gastrointestinal Endoscopic Surgeons, The American Society of Colon and Rectal Surgeons, Oklahoma State Medical Association, Tulsa County Medical Society, Tulsa Surgical Society, and the NSABP Colorectal Disease Committee.
Quick Facts
- 41 years of experience
- speaks Spanish, English
- University Of Oklahoma College Of Medicine
- 26 written reviews
- 2 specialties
- 3 areas of expertise
- 2 board certifications
- 4 hospital affiliations
- 2 office locations
- Male
Patients’ Perspective
- Gave an accurate diagnosis
- Had a good bedside manner
- Spent time with me
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Office Locations
Dr. Craig Stephen Johnson has 2 locationsCompare with Similar Doctors
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| Dr. Craig Stephen Johnson, MD | Dr. Thomas Tryon Hart | Dr. David Patrick Murray | Dr. Ronald E Jackson, DO |
| Colorectal Surgery | Surgery | Surgery | Surgery |
| Accepts New Patients | |||
| 41 Years of Experience | 5 Years of Experience | 7 Years of Experience | 48 Years of Experience |
| No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option |
| Speaks Spanish, English | Speaks Spanish, English | ||
| Tulsa , OK | Bethlehem , PA | Tulsa , OK | Tulsa , OK |
| Med School: University Of Oklahoma College Of Medicine | Med School: University Of Oklahoma College Of Medicine | Med School: University Of Oklahoma College Of Medicine | Med School: Univ Of North Texas Health Science Center Texas College Of Osteopathic Med |
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Medical Specialties
Dr. Craig Stephen Johnson has the following 2 specialties
Specialty Expertise
Dr. Craig Stephen Johnson has the following 3 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
41 Years Experience
Dr. Craig Stephen Johnson holds an active medical license in the state of Oklahoma.
Medical License
Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of Oklahoma that expires in 2026.
Education & Training
Medical School
Graduated from University Of Oklahoma College Of Medicine in 1986 and University Of Oklahoma College Of Medicine in 1985.
NPI Number
Dr. Johnson's NPI number is 1780645531.
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Frequently Asked Questions
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- Dr. Craig Johnson's office is located at 6161 S Yale Ave, Tulsa, OK, 74136.
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- Which hospitals is Dr. Craig Johnson affiliated with?
- Dr. Craig Johnson is affiliated with Saint Francis Hospital South, Oklahoma Surgical Hospital, Saint Francis Hospital, and The Heart Hospital At Saint Francis.
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