Dr. David Johnson, MD

Dr. David Johnson, MD

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Age 52
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Dr. David Johnson, MD is a general surgery specialist in Palm Springs, CA and has been practicing for 14 years. He graduated from University Of Hawaii At Manoa in 1999 and specializes in general surgery, otolaryngology-head and neck surgery, and more.
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Premier Surgical Associates Inc

1180 N Indian Canyon Dr Ste E421

Palm Springs, CA 92262

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Insurance Accepted

  • Aetna
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of California
  • Blue Shield of California
  • Cigna
  • Desert Oasis Healthcare
  • Exclusive Healthcare
  • Galaxy Health Network
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Background Check

No malpractice claims found for California
No disciplinary actions found for the years we collect data
No board actions found for the years we collect data
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Dr. Johnson's Top Procedures and Conditions

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Appendectomy, Laparoscopic
very high
very high

Treatment Frequency

Dr. Johnson performs Appendectomy, Laparoscopic more than 94% of his peers

Dr. Johnson performs this procedure more than 94% of his peers

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Appendicitis
very high
very high

Treatment Frequency

Dr. Johnson treats Appendicitis more than 89% of his peers

Dr. Johnson treats this condition more than 89% of his peers

Rating Includes other areas of care:

  • Acute Appendicitis
  • Chronic Appendicitis
  • Parasitic Appendicitis
Incisional Hernia Repair, Laparoscopic
normal
normal

Treatment Frequency

Dr. Johnson performs Incisional Hernia Repair, Laparoscopic more than 74% of his peers

Dr. Johnson performs this procedure more than 74% of his peers

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About Me

Care Philosophy

My approach is to be compassionate to the individuals need, understanding that coming to me for ANY reason is a scary prospect. I try to explain every aspect of all options available to the patient and my practice uses the latest technologies avai...
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Specialties

  • General Surgery
  • Colon & Rectal Surgery
  • Laparoscopic Surgery
  • Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery
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Board Certifications

  • General Surgery
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Education

  • 2004
    University Of Hawaii School Of Medicine Integrated Surgical Residency
    Residency Hospital
    2004
  • 2000
    University Of Hawaii School Of Medicine Integrated Surgical Residency
    Internship Hospital
    2000
  • 1999
    University Of Hawaii At Manoa
    Medical School
    1999
  • 1989
    Boston University School Of Medicine
    Undergraduate School
    1989

Awards

  • Healthgrades Honor Roll
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Dr. Johnson's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Johnson

4.2

Based on 21 reviews

5 Stars
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4 Stars
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1 Star
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(4)

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Dr. David Johnson did a small intestine resection on me for obstruction. Did an excellent job. I am getting stronger every day. I don't believe he had control over my post op care, he was the surgeon at Mark Twain Hospital at San Andreas, CA. Hospital stay was 19 days in bed, which is way too...Read More
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Dr. Johnson did my hernia surgery. He's highly trained and very experienced in the best hernia repair method, the Shouldice method. He's caring, compassionate, takes time with patients and I had great confidence in him going into the surgery. He did not disappoint and since my surgery several...Read More
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I would totally recommend Dr. Johnson. He was highly recommended by my GP because of a hernia procedure I needed. I had never had surgery in my adult life so I was more than tentative. My consultation proved that he should absolutely be my surgeon. He was personable, compassionate and...Read More
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Wonderful Doctor, I would recommend him to everyone.
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Aetna
Aetna HMO
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Choice Plus POS II
Vitalidad Plus California Con Aetna
Whole HealthPrimeCare California HMO
Anthem Blue Cross
Power Select HMO
Blue Cross Blue Shield
Blue Card PPO
CaliforniaCare HMO
Blue Cross Blue Shield of California
Advantage Preferred DirectAccess Plus PPO
Blue Cross Blue Shield of California PPO
Pathway X Guided Access HMO
Priority Select HMO
Select Plus HMO
Blue Shield of California
Access Plus Savenet
Basic Exclusive PPO for Small Business
Basic PPO
Local Access Plus HMO
Cigna
Cigna HMO
Cigna PPO
Great West Healthcare-Cigna PPO
Open Access Plus
Desert Oasis Healthcare
Exclusive Healthcare
Galaxy Health Network
Health Net
Blue & Gold HMO
Community Care Network HMO
Covered California - Bronze PPO
Employer Group HMO
Health Net PPO
Individual and Family PPO
Medicare Advantage PFFS
WholeCare Network HMO
Inland Empire Health Plan
Tricare
Family Health Plan HMO
Family Health Plan PPO
Prime
Standard
UnitedHealthCare
Choice Plus POS
Navigate HMO
Navigate POS
Options PPO
PacifiCare HMO

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Eisenhower Medical Center

Rancho Mirage, CA