Dr. Word Mcdonald Johnston, MD

Dr. Word Johnston specializes in family medicine, bringing four and a half decades of experience to comprehensive patient care. He earned his medical degree from the University of Mississippi School of Medicine and completed his residency at Palmetto Health Richland Memorial Hospital. Dr. Johnston is fluent in both Spanish and English, helping him connect with diverse patient communities.

Dr. Johnston practices at multiple locations including Green Tree Family Medical Clinic in Mount Olive and has affiliations with Covington County Hospital in Collins and Merit Health Wesley in Hattiesburg. He focuses on managing high blood pressure conditions, including emergency situations, and provides pediatric hypertension care. His practice includes depression screening services and physical therapy coordination. Patients have given Dr. Johnston an average rating of 3.3 out of 5 stars.