Dr. Richard B. Johnston, MD | Tacoma, WA | Urology

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Dr. Richard Johnston is a urologist with 26 years of experience treating conditions affecting the urinary tract and male reproductive system. He earned his medical degree from the University of Auckland Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences. Dr. Johnston is fluent in Korean, Spanish, and English.

Dr. Johnston practices at multiple locations across Washington, including Tacoma, Burien, Covington, Edmonds, Federal Way, and Auburn. His hospital affiliations include Multicare Auburn Medical Center, Swedish Edmonds Hospital, Saint Anne Hospital, Saint Francis Hospital, and Multicare Covington Medical Center. He specializes in treating benign prostatic hyperplasia and prostate cancer. Dr. Johnston performs urinalysis and prostate-specific antigen testing to help diagnose urological conditions. Patients have given him an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars.

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4.6

13 Ratings
26 years of experience
speaks Korean, Spanish, English
University Of Auckland Faculty Of Medicine And Health Sciences
7 written reviews
1 specialty
7 areas of expertise
5 hospital affiliations
8 office locations
Male

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Dr.Richard Bruce Johnston, I recently had Bladder surgery. Dr. Johnston was understanding of my concerns. I have more knowledge about my condition now. Also Dr.Johnston made me feel like there is a real Dr. That cares . I’ve been to several urology Doctor’s and been told it’s all in my head there is nothing wrong!! Go see someone else. Or here is a prescription go deal with it. Doctor Johnston is proud of being a specialist and it shows .Thanks Dr. Johnston for being there for me. “You are my hero” The staff personal is awesome also!

April 2nd, 2024

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Dr. Johnston recently did a radical Nephrectomy on me. From the moment I met him, I felt completely at ease. His knowledge and professional demeanor took away any worry that I had. I was able to return to work two weeks after surgery and now three weeks after, I can hardly tell I had surgery at all. I feel great. Awesome Doctor!

February 7th, 2019

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I was so nervous and he really got me through the cancer diagnosis and surgery. He checked in a few days after I was discharged to make sure I was doing well as I live alone. He and his team were busy but I felt blessed I was with them and cared for by them.

December 20th, 2018

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He looked over my scan with me and was able to explain everything in great detail but easy to understand. This guy new what he was doing.

April 17th, 2017

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Really patient and kind. Reassured me and treated my condition better than any other Doctor

April 14th, 2017

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He performed a surgery on me. Cold, unattached, uncaring. Had to go back a few days later for another surgeon to take care of things.

April 13th, 2017

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Dr Johnston was really busy but took all the time I needed to understand my problem. I came in extremely nervous but he managed to really reassure me.

September 16th, 2016

Dr. Richard Bruce Johnston

1708 Yakima Ave Ste 310Tacoma, WA 98405

Saint Anne Hospital

16251 Sylvester Rd SwBurien, WA 98166

Tel: (206) 244-9970

Multicare Covington Medical Center

17700 Se 272nd StCovington, WA 98042

Tel: (253) 372-6500

Urology Associates

17700 SE 272nd St Ste 400Covington, WA 98042

Mon8:30 am - 5:00 pm

Tue8:30 am - 5:00 pm

Wed8:30 am - 5:00 pm

Thu8:30 am - 5:00 pm

Fri8:30 am - 5:00 pm

SatClosed

SunClosed

Swedish Edmonds Hospital

21601 76th Ave WEdmonds, WA 98026

Tel: (425) 640-4000

Saint Francis Hospital

34515 9th Ave SFederal Way, WA 98003

Tel: (253) 944-8100

Urology Associates

202 N Division St Ste 100Auburn, WA 98001

Tel: (253) 833-3555

Mon8:30 am - 5:00 pm

Tue8:30 am - 5:00 pm

Wed8:30 am - 5:00 pm

Thu8:30 am - 5:00 pm

Fri8:30 am - 5:00 pm

SatClosed

SunClosed

Multicare Auburn Medical Center

202 N Division StAuburn, WA 98001

Tel: (253) 833-7711


Dr. Richard Bruce Johnston, MD	Dr. Jeffrey Thomas Cooper, DO	Dr. Kathryn Louise Arendt, MD	Dr. Thomas K Takayama, MD
Urology	Urology	Urology	Urology
	Accepts New Patients		Accepts New Patients
4.6 (13 Ratings)	4.7 (130 Ratings)	4.7 (34 Ratings)	4 (15 Ratings)
26 Years of Experience	27 Years of Experience	36 Years of Experience	41 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks Korean, Spanish, English	Speaks English	Speaks English, Spanish	Speaks Spanish, English
Tacoma , WA	Renton , WA	Bellevue , WA	Bellevue , WA
Med School: University Of Auckland Faculty Of Medicine And Health Sciences	Med School: Western Univ Health Sci College Of Osteopathic Medicine Of The Pacific	Med School: Univ Of Mo	Med School: Tufts University School Of Medicine
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Urology

Bladder Issues
Erectile Dysfunction (ED)
Kidney Stones
Overactive Urinary Bladder
Prostate Cancer
Prostatitis
Urologic Emergencies

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Washington, 2027, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Medical School

University Of Auckland Faculty Of Medicine And Health SciencesGraduated in 2000

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Which hospitals is Dr. Richard Johnston affiliated with?: Dr. Richard Johnston is affiliated with Multicare Auburn Medical Center, Swedish Edmonds Hospital, Saint Anne Hospital, Saint Francis Hospital, and MULTICARE COVINGTON MEDICAL CENTER.
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Where is Dr. Richard Johnston's office located?: Dr. Richard Johnston's office is located at 1708 Yakima Ave Ste 310, Tacoma, WA, 98405.

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