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Dr. Richard Johnston, MD

Sports Medicine* Age 62
Dr. Richard Johnston, MD
4.3 (25 Ratings)
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Dr. Richard Johnston, MD is a Sports Medicine Specialist in Lawrenceville, GA.
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Dr. Richard Johnston, MD

Sports Medicine* Age 62
Lawrenceville, GA
Accepting new patients
Dr. Richard Johnston, MD is a Sports Medicine Specialist in Lawrenceville, GA.

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Dr. Richard Johnston, MD is a Sports Medicine Specialist in Lawrenceville, GA. Dr. Johnston currently practices at North Atlanta Endocrinology and Diabetes PC and are affiliated with Piedmont Hospital, Northside Hospital Gwinnett and Piedmont Mountainside. Dr. Johnston has experience treating conditions like Chondromalacia, Patellar Disorders and Patellar Chondromalacia among other conditions at varying frequencies. At present, Dr. Johnston received an average rating of 4.3/5 from patients and has been reviewed 25 times. Dr. Johnston's office accepts new patients. Dr. Johnston is board certified in Orthopaedic Sports Medicine and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Friendly Staff

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Easy Scheduling

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Chondromalacia
Patellar Disorders
Patellar Chondromalacia
Chondromalacia
Patellar Disorders
Patellar Chondromalacia
Meniscus Tear
Patellar Tendonitis
Lateral Epicondylitis
Medial Epicondylitis
Neck Sprain
Osteoarthritis of Hand
Osteoarthritis of Wrist
Patellar Dislocation
Patellar Fracture
Rotator Cuff Tendinosis
Seropositive Rheumatoid Arthritis
Tenosynovitis
Tibial Fracture
Wrist Sprain or Strain
Achilles Tendinitis
Adhesive Capsulitis Shoulder
Ankle Fracture
Ankle Sprain and Achilles Tendon Sprain or Rupture
Ankle Sprains and Strains
Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) or Posterior Cruciate Ligament (PCL) Tear
Back Pain
Bone Disorders
Broken Arm
Bursitis
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Chest Wall Pain Syndrome
Clavicle Fracture
Difficulty With Walking
Elbow Bursitis
Elbow Injuries
Elbow Sprain
Enthesopathy of Hip (incl. Trochanteric Bursitis)
Enthesopathy of Knee (incl. Bursitis of Knee)
Femoral Stress Fracture
Femur Fracture
Foot Conditions
Foot Fracture
Foot Sprain
Fracture
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Ganglion Cyst
Glenoid Labrum Tear
Hand Conditions
Hand Fracture
Heel Spur
Hip Pointer
Hip Sprain
Humerus Fracture
Internal Derangement of Knee
Joint Pain
Knee Dislocation
Knee Disorders
Knee Fracture
Knee Sprain
Lateral and Medial Epicondylitis (Tennis and Golf Elbow)
Lateral Collateral Ligament (LCL) Sprain
Leg Fracture Below Knee (incl. Ankle)
Limb Pain
Medial Collateral Ligament (MCL) Sprain
Miner's Knee
Morton's Neuroma
Muscle Cramping
Neck Muscle Strain
Neck Strain (incl. Whiplash Injury)
Osteoarthritis
Osteoarthritis of Knee
Osteoarthritis of Shoulder
Osteoarthritis of Spine
Osteochondritis Dissecans
Osteoporosis
Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome (PFPS)
Pathological Spine Fracture
Pellegrini-Stieda Syndrome
Peripheral Nerve Disorders
Piriformis Syndrome
Posterior Cruciate Ligament (PCL) Tear
Repeated Shoulder Dislocation
Rheumatoid Arthritis of Hand
Rheumatoid Arthritis of Hip
Rheumatoid Arthritis of Knee
Rib Fracture
Rotator Cuff Tear
Sacral Fracture
Scapular Fracture
Seronegative Rheumatoid Arthritis
Sever's Disease
Shoulder Dislocation
Shoulder Disorders
Shoulder Impingement Syndrome
Shoulder Tendinitis and Tenosynovitis
Snapping Hip
Spinal Osteophyte
Spine Disorders
Spondylolisthesis
Sports Injuries
Sprains and Strains (incl. Muscle Tear)
Stress Fracture of Foot
Tibia and Fibula Fractures
Tibia or Fibula Stress Fracture
Torticollis
Achilles Tendon Rupture Repair
ACL Surgery
Ankle Arthroscopy
Arm Surgery
Arthroscopic Shoulder Surgery
Arthroscopic Surgery
Bone Scan
Carpal Tunnel Release
Elbow Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Elbow Tenotomy
Excision of Scapula, Clavicle, Rib, or Sternum
Foot and Ankle Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Foot and Ankle Fracture Treatment, Open
Foot and Ankle Ligament and Tendon Repair
Fracture Care
Hand and Wrist Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Joint Drainage
Joint Fluid Test
Knee and Leg Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Knee and Lower Leg Fracture Treatment, Closed
Knee and Lower Leg Fracture Treatment, Open
Knee Arthroscopy
Knee Replacement
Knee Replacement Revision
Knee Surgery
McMurray's Test
Meniscus Surgery
Musculoskeletal Function Test
Myofascial Trigger Point Injection
Neuroplasty
Peripheral Nerve Block
Rotator Cuff Surgery
Shoulder Arthroscopy
Shoulder Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Shoulder Fracture Treatment
Somatic Nerve Block
Spinal and Postural Screening
Sports Medicine Related Procedures
Steroid Injection
Telemedicine
Trigger Point Injection
Viscosupplementation With Hyaluronate

Insurance Accepted

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

Locations

  1. 1 North Atlanta Endocrinology and Diabetes PC
    771 Old Norcross Rd, Lawrenceville, GA 30046

Patient Satisfaction

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Johnston
4.3
Based on 25 Reviews
5 Stars (20)
4 Stars (1)
3 Stars (0)
2 Stars (0)
1 Star (4)

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May 24, 2022
Dr. Johnston fixed my left knee where no other surgeon could. He is an amazing Surgeon and Human.
Terrific Doc — May 24, 2022
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Specialties*
Sports Medicine
Specialties*
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Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • Orthopaedic Sports Medicine and Orthopedic Surgery
Board Certifications
What’s a board certification and why is it important that my provider has one?

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Internship

Internship
  • Emory University Affil Hosps
Internship

Residency

Residency Hospital
  • Emory University Affil Hosps
Residency Hospital

Fellowship

Fellowship Hospital
  • Oasis Sports Med & Arthroscopy
Fellowship Hospital
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Frequently Asked Questions

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A list of accepted insurance providers is available on the Sharecare insurance check. It is always a good idea to verify your insurance when making an appointment.

New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Richard Johnston, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Johnston's profile.

Dr. Johnston frequently treats the following conditions: Chondromalacia, Patellar Disorders and Patellar Chondromalacia. See more on Sharecare.

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

Yes, Dr. Richard Johnston, MD holds board certification in Orthopaedic Sports Medicine and Orthopedic Surgery.

Hospital Affiliations

  • Piedmont Hospital

    1968 Peachtree Rd NW, Atlanta, GA

  • Northside Hospital Gwinnett

    1000 Medical Center Blvd, Lawrenceville, GA

  • Piedmont Mountainside

    1266 Highway 515 S, Jasper, GA