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Dr. Richard Johnston, MD

Sports Medicine•Male•Age 60

Sports Medicine

Dr. Richard Johnston, MD is a Sports Medicine Specialist in Johns Creek, GA. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Northside Hospital Gwinnett and Piedmont Hospital. His office accepts new patients.

Dr. Richard Johnston, MD

Piedmont Orthopedics OrthoAtlanta

6300 Hospital Pkwy Ste 400 Johns Creek, GA 30097
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(678) 205-4261
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No malpractice claims found for Georgia
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. Johnston's conditions and procedures:

  • ACL Surgery
  • Adhesive Capsulitis
  • Ankle Arthroscopy
  • Ankle Fracture
  • Ankle Sprain and Achilles Tendon Sprain or Rupture
  • Ankle Sprains and Strains
  • Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) or Posterior Cruciate Ligament (PCL) Tear
  • Arthroscopic Shoulder Surgery
  • Back Pain
  • Bone Scan
  • Broken Arm
  • Bursitis
  • Carpal Tunnel Release
  • Difficulty With Walking
  • Elbow Tenotomy
  • Enthesopathy of Hip (incl. Trochanteric Bursitis)
  • Enthesopathy of Knee (incl. Bursitis of Knee)
  • Femur Fracture
  • Foot and Ankle Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
  • Foot and Ankle Fracture Treatment, Open
  • Foot Fracture
  • Fracture Care
  • Ganglion Cyst
  • Glenoid Labrum Tear
  • Heel Spur
  • Hip Pointer Injuries
  • Hip Sprain
  • Humerus Fracture
  • Internal Derangement of Knee
  • Joint Drainage
  • Joint Fluid Test
  • Joint Pain
  • Knee and Leg Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
  • Knee and Lower Leg Fracture Treatment, Open
  • Knee Arthroscopy
  • Knee Dislocation
  • Knee Replacement
  • Knee Replacement Revision
  • Knee Sprain
  • Knee Surgery
  • Lateral and Medial Epicondylitis (Tennis and Golf Elbow)
  • Leg Fracture Below Knee (incl. Ankle)
  • Limb Pain
  • McMurray's Test
  • Medial Collateral Ligament (MCL) Sprain
  • Meniscus Surgery
  • Morton's Neuroma
  • Musculoskeletal Function Test
  • Myofascial Trigger Point Injection
  • Neck Muscle Strain
  • Nerve Block, Somatic
  • Neuroplasty
  • Osteoarthritis
  • Osteoarthritis of Knee
  • Osteoarthritis of Shoulder
  • Osteoarthritis of Spine
  • Osteoporosis
  • Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome or Knee Pain
  • Pathological Spine Fracture
  • Peripheral Nerve Block
  • Peripheral Nerve Disorders
  • Rotator Cuff Surgery
  • Rotator Cuff Tear
  • Runner's Knee
  • Sever's Disease
  • Shoulder Arthroscopy
  • Shoulder Dislocation
  • Shoulder Impingement Syndrome
  • Shoulder Tendinitis and Tenosynovitis
  • Spinal and Postural Screening
  • Spondylolisthesis
  • Sprains and Strains (incl. Muscle Tear)
  • Steroid Injection
  • Tibia and Fibula Fractures
  • Tibia or Fibula Stress Fracture
  • Torticollis
  • Trigger Point Injection
  • Viscosupplementation With Hyaluronate

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Dr. Johnston accepts the following insurance:

Aetna
Aetna HMO
Choice Plus POS II
Ambetter
Superior Health Plan
Anthem
Blue Choice PPO, EPO-GA
Blue Essential Open Access-GA HMO
Blue Essential Open Access-GA POS
Blue Essential-GA PPO
Blue HRA Blue Choice-GA PPO
Blue HRA Blue Open Access-GA POS
Blue HSA Blue Choice-GA PPO
Blue HSA Blue Open Access-GA POS
Blue Open Access (Select Network)-GA POS
Blue Open Access (Small Grp)-GA POS
Blue Open Access-GA HMO
BlueChoice-GA PPO
Healthy Support Open Access-GA POS
Healthy Support-GA PPO
National (BlueCard Basic) PPO
National (BlueCard) PPO
State Health Network - SHBP-GA
Traditional / Indemnity-GA
Traditional Health Plan-GA
Blue Cross Blue Shield
Blue Card PPO
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Georgia
Blue Choice HMO
Blue Choice Option POS
Blue Open Access POS
CareFirst Blue Cross Blue Shield
HealthyBlue 2.0
HealthyBlue Advantage
Cigna
Cigna HMO
Cigna PPO
LocalPlus
Open Access Plus
First Health
First Health (Coventry Health Care) PPO
Humana
Choice Care PPO
Preferred PPO
MultiPlan
MultiPlan PPO

Dr. Johnston's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Johnston

4.3

Based on 25 ratings

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1 Star
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Rock Star Doc
Dr. Johnston fixed my left knee where no other surgeon could. He is an amazing Surgeon and Human.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Terrific Doc – May 24, 2022
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He is always late for appointments by an hour or more. He knows about this issue, his practice manager knows about this issue, and they haven’t fixed it.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Office environment
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Long wait times
  • Appointment was rushed
2 people found this helpful
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Jul 26, 2021
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Today, I underwent my second ACL/ meniscus surgery with Dr. Johnston. It was the same surgery I had 5 years ago but on my other knee. Being a repeat patient speaks volumes in of itself. Dr. Johnston has excellent bedside manner but more importantly he is attentive, extremely thorough and an expert in his field. While I was fortunate to grow up in a family of skilled athletes we were all cursed with terrible knees and joints. I have years of experience with the best to the worst orthos; if you are looking for the best look no further than Dr. Johnston. His entire team are professionals, experts in newest techniques & technologies, and surprisingly always accessible, either via phone or in office.
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Office environment
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Long wait times
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Jennifer Reeves – Jan 16, 2021
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In 2013 I suffered a spiral break to my right ankle and fibula. Dr Richard Johnston performed surgery and sutured the incision with staples. Although his practice advises patients of the use of nurse practitioners, it was an untrained, non-certified “office administrator” who removed the staples. It was the most painful experience of my life...and of the following 6 surgeries over the next 5 years, including a cervical fusion. Although, undiagnosed at the time, I developed RSD in my right ankle immediately after my fall. RSD is ‘over the top’ painful on its own, but imagine pulling (10) staples from an area of your body that already has heightened sensitivity and pain. I screamed out in excruciating pain after the snip of the 1st staple. I asked to be put under anesthesia, for the remaining (9) staples. I was told they cannot offer that for this process and this “office administrator” continued to pull out the remaining staples, despite my screams being heard through the entire office
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Staff wasn't friendly
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Jamie Kennington – Nov 09, 2020
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One of the very best doctors you could find. Dr. Johnston is very precise, and does everything to perfection. He has performed surgery on my shoulder, and both knees so far, and I could not have asked for better results. Highly recommend him.
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Office environment
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
3 people found this helpful
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Robert Cohn – Sep 15, 2020
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Dr. Johnson and his staff were very professional and straight-forward in handling my right knee issue. He was very clear in what he was looking at (knee exam, x-rays, etc.) to provide his diagnosis and plan of care. He talked me through what he was seeing from the ultrasound used when providing a cortizone shot which made me feel good about the initial plan of care.
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Office environment
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
3 people found this helpful
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Mark T – Nov 06, 2019
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Dr. Johnston preformed several surgeries on me after a workman's comp injury. I could not have found a better doctor. He is one of the finest and kindest Doctors I have ever encountered. From the second I meet him I knew I was in good hands and never worried about any procedure I would be facing.
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Office environment
  • Staff friendliness
  • Wait times
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
3 people found this helpful
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Joy Clemons – Dec 13, 2018
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I am a 66 year old "ex jock" and remain physically active. I have seen Dr Johnston and his PA Stephanie periodically for knee and shoulder issues over the past 15 or more years. I have found both to be precise in their diagnosis, a straight shooter, and Dr. J is an exceptional orthopedic surgeon. He performed a complete rotator cuff repair surgery on me in August 2013. I was back to full strength thanks to Dr J and Stephanie's skills and the OrthoAtlanta physical therapy group.
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Office environment
  • Staff friendliness
  • Wait times
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
4 people found this helpful
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David Cawley in Atlanta, GA – Sep 06, 2018
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He’s done my right shoulder and right knee. He’s also done my two friends’ shoulders. And everything he touches turns golden. Highly recommend this physician.
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Office environment
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
4 people found this helpful
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James Archer in GA – Jan 31, 2018
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First time patient. Went in for possible broken leg. Turned out to just be a bad ankle sprain. In and out in under 90 minutes including initial paperwork and x-rays. Dr Johnston was very personable and knowledgeable. Office operates very efficiently and staff was very friendly.
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Office environment
  • Staff friendliness
  • Wait times
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
4 people found this helpful
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Stephen P in Alpharetta, GA – Oct 04, 2017
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Dr. Johnston is not only extremely knowledgeable, he is caring. He spends time with his patients and explains what to expect. He is conservative in his treatment and puts the patient's well being first.
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Office environment
  • Staff friendliness
  • Wait times
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
3 people found this helpful
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yunks in Alpharetta, GA – Jan 13, 2017
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I came in with right shoulder pain which I have been having for awhile. I was giving an xray and Dr Johnston came in and explain my situation and diagnosis in a fashion that I could understand and knew exactly what needed to be done. After my treatment, I feel 100% better. He was very professional and friendly where I did not feel uncomfortable with him. I must say this is rare for me to feel comfortable with a doctor. I would definitely recommend Dr. Johnston to others.
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Office environment
  • Staff friendliness
  • Wait times
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
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Debra Guyton in Atlanta, GA – Sep 29, 2016
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I explained to him that I was in severe pain, he ordered X-rays of my knees and shoulder. He said he didn't see anything wrong with my knees and my shoulder will need to be replaced. He also said he could inject one knee and my shoulder. Neither injection did any good at all. When he injected my knee he could see swelling on the ultrasound. I asked for an off work slip, and he informed me that he did not issue off work slips. I went through 4 weeks of swelling in my knee ..would not recommend
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Office environment
  • Staff friendliness
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
4 people found this helpful
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J Jones in Hampton, GA – Aug 23, 2016
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Excellent. Dr. Johnson was very professional, listened to my concerns, and very attentive. OrthoAtlanta has a nice facility, updated equipment and Dr. Johnson explained the X-ray results that was easy to understand. Explained well what next steps should be.
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Office environment
  • Staff friendliness
  • Wait times
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
3 people found this helpful
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Roland Throneberry in suwanee, ga – Jan 22, 2016
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Biography

Richard Johnston, M.D., is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery, with an additional subspecialty certification in sports medicine....Read more

Specialties

  • Sports Medicine

Board Certifications

  • Orthopaedic Sports Medicine
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Education

1995
Oasis Sports Med & Arthroscopy
Fellowship Hospital
1994
Emory U Affil Hosps
Residency Hospital
1990
Emory U Affil Hosps
Internship Hospital

Awards

  • Healthgrades Honor Roll
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What conditions does Dr. Richard Johnston, MD treat?

Dr. Johnston frequently treats the following conditions: Joint Pain, Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome or Knee Pain, and Runner's Knee. See more on Healthgrades.

What is Dr. Richard Johnston, MD's office address?

Dr. Johnston's office is located at 6300 Hospital Pkwy Ste 400, Johns Creek, GA 30097. You can find other locations and directions on Healthgrades.

Is Dr. Richard Johnston, MD affiliated with any hospitals?

Dr. Richard Johnston, MD is affiliated with Northside Hospital Gwinnett and Piedmont Hospital.

Is Dr. Richard Johnston, MD a board-certified professional?

Yes, Dr. Richard Johnston, MD holds board certifications in Orthopaedic Sports Medicine.

Does Dr. Richard Johnston, MD receive good ratings from patients?

There is a star rating of 4.3/5 for Dr. Richard Johnston, MD. Patients say that they trusted the provider's decisions and the provider listened & answered questions well. See all patient feedback on Healthgrades.

Locations

Piedmont Orthopedics OrthoAtlanta

OrthoAtlanta Johns Creek6300 Hospital Pkwy Ste 400 Johns Creek, GA 30097
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  • Call
  • Fax
  • Hours
    • Mon: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Tue: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Wed: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Thu: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Fri: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Sat: closed
    • Sun: closed
  • Directions
Piedmont Orthopedics OrthoAtlanta Gwinnett771 Old Norcross Rd Ste 390 Lawrenceville, GA 30046
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Piedmont Orthopedics OrthoAtlanta

Orthoatlanta LLC1800 Howell Mill Rd NW Ste 200 Atlanta, GA 30318
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Piedmont Orthopedics OrthoAtlanta Brookhaven3929 Peachtree Rd NE # 250 Brookhaven, GA 30319
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Affiliated Hospitals

Dr. Johnston is affiliated with the following hospitals. Select a hospital below to learn more.

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Northside Hospital Gwinnett

Lawrenceville, GA

65% Patients that would definitely recommend, 5% lower than the national average

5 Awards Received

Piedmont Hospital

Atlanta, GA

77% Patients that would definitely recommend, 7% higher than the national average

20 Awards Received

Award Highlight: Joint Replacement Excellence Award™ (2021)

Piedmont Mountainside Hospital

Jasper, GA

71% Patients that would definitely recommend, 1% higher than the national average

3 Awards Received

Award Highlight: Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2023)