Dr. Darren L. Johnson, MD | Lexington, KY | Orthopedic Surgery

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Dr. Darren Johnson is an orthopedic surgeon specializing in sports medicine and orthopedic trauma. He earned his medical degree from the David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA and completed his residency at the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center. With nearly four decades of practice experience, Dr. Johnson brings extensive expertise to treating bone, joint, and muscle injuries. He is fluent in Spanish and German.

Dr. Johnson practices at multiple University of Kentucky Healthcare facilities in Lexington, Kentucky, including Good Samaritan Hospital, Albert B. Chandler Medical Center, and Kentucky Children's Hospital. He focuses on treating joint pain, knee injuries, and knee sprains. His treatment approach includes physical therapy, strength training, and manual therapy techniques to help patients recover mobility and function. Patients have given Dr. Johnson an average rating of 4.0.

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accepting new patients
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29 Ratings
39 years of experience
speaks Spanish, German
University Of Pittsburgh Medical Center
7 written reviews
3 specialties
7 areas of expertise
3 board certifications
3 hospital affiliations
5 office locations
Male

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I’ve been a patient of Dr. Johnson’s for at least four years and 3 surgeries later he’s kept me active and (relatively) pain free. I appreciate is bluntness, he takes time to explain options, and his outcomes speak for themselves. If you seek someone to give you hugs and lollipops, he’s probably not your guy. However, if you want to remain in sports following knee injuries, he’s one of your best bets.

June 1st, 2022

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Was told he was the best. My experience tells a different story. A fellow says one thing. He says another. Records say something much different than either.

November 27th, 2015

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He is the best in my opinion and I recommend him to everyone I know. Would never go to anyone else.

January 29th, 2015

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Horrible experience. He spent no time with me. He didn't explain anything to me re: my diagnosis. He was rude and unprofessional. He treats his patients like a heard of cattle. I will never go back or recommend anyone go to him.

April 21st, 2014

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We had a horrible experience. My son had ACL surgery with Johnson. We went to his office twice for follow up and he never saw us. 5 days after surgery we went to the ER for severe pain and swelling. We went to his office the next day and he never saw us. His inexperienced fellow misdiagnosed a serious complication : Compartment Syndrome.My son had 3 surgeries because of that and is still at the hospital.I do not recommend Jonson to anyone in the world. Hope other people can benefit from our experience.

April 14th, 2012

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Way too quick with the knife. While he may well be on outstanding surgeon, he is essentially running a surgery factory and that is basically all he wants to do -- surgery. He maximizes your problem, claims it will not headl without surgery, says surgery is your only hope for cure, then minimilizes the risks of surgery to persuade you to do surgery. GET A SECOND OPINION BEFORE YOU LET THIS OPERATION PUSH YOU INTO AN OPERATION.

February 1st, 2012

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Very good surgeon. a bit too quick to the knife though he did do all necessary preliminary work.

December 20th, 2011

Uk Healthcare Orthopedic Surgery And Sports Medicine Clinic

740 S Limestone Fl 1Lexington, KY 40536

Tel: (859) 323-5533

Mon7:30 am - 5:00 pm

Tue7:30 am - 5:00 pm

Wed7:30 am - 5:00 pm

Thu7:30 am - 5:00 pm

Fri7:30 am - 5:00 pm

SatClosed

SunClosed

Kentucky Childrens Hospital

1000 S LimestoneLexington, KY 40506

Tel: (859) 323-5741

University Of Kentucky Healthcare Good Samaritan Hospital

310 S LimestoneLexington, KY 40508

Tel: (859) 226-7000

University Of Kentucky Albert B Chandler Medical Center

800 Rose StLexington, KY 40536

Tel: (859) 323-5000

University Of Kentucky Albert B Chandler Medical Center

800 ROSE ST FL 2LEXINGTON, KY 40536


Dr. Darren Lee Johnson, MD	Dr. Shawn Lamar Price, MD	Dr. Kooros Sajadi, MD	Dr. Chester M Tylkowski, MD
Orthopedic Surgery	Orthopedic Surgery	Orthopedic Surgery	Orthopedic Surgery
Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients
4 (29 Ratings)	4.7 (15 Ratings)	4.4 (8 Ratings)	1 (1 Rating)
39 Years of Experience	21 Years of Experience	62 Years of Experience	53 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks Spanish, German
Lexington , KY	MEMPHIS , TN	Lexington , KY	Lexington , KY
Med School: David Geffen School Of Medicine At Ucla	Med School: Ohio State University College Of Medicine & Public Health	Med School: Tehran University Of Medical Sciences	Med School: University Of Illinois At Chicago College Of Medicine
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Accepts Medicare
Accepts Medicaid

Arthroscopic Surgery (Arthroscopy)
Hip Osteoarthritis
Knee Injuries
Knee Osteoarthritis
Orthopaedic Trauma
Osteoarthritis (Hand and Wrist)
Sports Medicine

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Kentucky, 2026, Expired

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

University Of Pittsburgh Medical Center

Medical School

David Geffen School Of Medicine At UclaGraduated in 1987

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What languages does Dr. Darren Johnson speak?: Dr. Darren Johnson speaks Spanish and German.
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Which hospitals is Dr. Darren Johnson affiliated with?: Dr. Darren Johnson is affiliated with University Of Kentucky Healthcare Good Samaritan Hospital, University Of Kentucky Albert B Chandler Medical Center, and Kentucky Childrens Hospital.

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