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24 Ratings with 9 written Reviews
Summary
Dr. John R. Johnson, a native of Pikeville, Kentucky, earned his B.A. from the University of Kentucky, and graduated from the University of Louisville School of Medicine where he also completed his residency training. Dr. Johnson completed two post graduate training programs in spine surgery: one in Louisville under Kenton D. Leatherman, M.D., and one at the University of Toronto under Edward H. Simmons, M.D.
Clinically, Dr. Johnson is a subspecialist in spinal surgery with particular interest in scoliosis treatment; he helped introduce the Cotrel-Dubousset rodding technique to the United States. Dr. Johnson has also achieved national recognition for pacesetting anterior/posterior surgery, and works to constructively narrow the parameters for its use.
Dr. Johnson is co-director of the Norton Hospital Leatherman Spine Center and currently serves as professor and chairman of the Department of Orthopaedic Surgery at the University of Louisville School of Medicine.
Dr. Johnson has been …involved in the development of several spinal instrumentation systems that are used worldwide. He has authored multiple journal publications, and has been a guest professor throughout the world making presentations to orthopaedic groups regarding the treatment methods of various spinal disorders. More importantly, he continues to research new rodding techniques and devices to continue to improve the treatment of spinal disorders.
Read More Read less Clinically, Dr. Johnson is a subspecialist in spinal surgery with particular interest in scoliosis treatment; he helped introduce the Cotrel-Dubousset rodding technique to the United States. Dr. Johnson has also achieved national recognition for pacesetting anterior/posterior surgery, and works to constructively narrow the parameters for its use.
Dr. Johnson is co-director of the Norton Hospital Leatherman Spine Center and currently serves as professor and chairman of the Department of Orthopaedic Surgery at the University of Louisville School of Medicine.
Dr. Johnson has been …involved in the development of several spinal instrumentation systems that are used worldwide. He has authored multiple journal publications, and has been a guest professor throughout the world making presentations to orthopaedic groups regarding the treatment methods of various spinal disorders. More importantly, he continues to research new rodding techniques and devices to continue to improve the treatment of spinal disorders.
Quick Facts
- 50 years of experience
- speaks English, Spanish
- University Of Louisville School Of Medicine
- 9 written reviews
- 2 specialties
- 4 areas of expertise
- 2 board certifications
- 2 hospital affiliations
- 3 office locations
- Male
Office Locations
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| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | |
| 50 Years of Experience | 24 Years of Experience | 9 Years of Experience | |
| No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option |
| Speaks English, Spanish | Speaks English | ||
| Louisville , KY | LOUISVILLE , KY | Louisville , KY | Louisville , KY |
| Med School: University Of Louisville School Of Medicine | Med School: Midwestern University-Chicago College Of Osteopathic Medicine | Med School: University Of Louisville School Of Medicine | |
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Medical Specialties
Dr. John Robert Johnson has the following 2 specialties
Specialty Expertise
Dr. John Robert Johnson has the following 4 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
50 Years Experience
MEDICAL LICENSE
Medical Doctor, Kentucky, 2026, Expired
EDUCATION & TRAINING
Residency
University Of Louisville School Of Medicine
Medical School
University Of Louisville School Of MedicineGraduated in 1976
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- Dr. John Johnson's office is located at 210 E Gray St Ste 701, Louisville, KY, 40202.
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- Dr. John Johnson is affiliated with Norton Hospital and Uofl Hospital.
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- Dr. John Johnson speaks English and Spanish.
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