Biography
Robert Johnson, MD, is Board Certified in the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery. His areas of expertise include the surgical repair of joints, sports injuries, degenerative diseases, infections, tumors, and birth defects, with emphasis on spinal procedures. Dr. Johnson received his medical degree from the University of Toronto in Canada and later went on to complete an internship at St. Michael’s Hospital, located in Toronto.
Dr. Johnson furthered expanded his experience through the completion of numerous residency programs including General, Cardiovascular, Plastic and Cardiovascular Surgery, and Respiratory ICU. He is an honored member of multiple medical associations including the Texas Medical Association and American College of Surgeons and presently serves as a Diplomate of the American Board of Orthopedic Surgery.
With over forty years of experience, Dr. Robert Johnson provides a comprehensive understanding of patient care, surgical intervention, and spinal treatments. He is affiliated with Methodist Hospital and is recognized by both patients and peers as an exceptional surgeon, and is an honored member of Neurological Associates of San Antonio.
Professional Associations & Education
Associations
American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgery
American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery
American College of Surgeons
North American Spine Society
American Board of Spine Surgery
American Medical Association
Bexar County Medical Society
Texas Medical Association
Residency
Orthopaedic Surgery
Wellesley Hospital
Toronto, Canada
1977
Plastic Surgery
Sunnybrook Medical Centre
Toronto, Canada
1977
Cardiovascular Surgery
Toronto General Hospital
Toronto, Canada
1979
Respiratory ICU
Toronto General Hospital
Toronto, Canada
1979
General Surgery
Wellesley Hospital
Toronto, Canada
1980
Senior Orthopaedic Resident
Toronto East General Hospital
Toronto, Canada
1981
Chief Orthopaedic Resident
Hospital for Sick Children
Toronto, Canada
1981
Senior Orthopaedic Resident
Wellesley Hospital
Toronto, Canada
1982
Internship
St. Michael’s Hospital
Toronto, Canada
1976 – 1977
Medical School
University of Toronto
Ontario, Canada
1976
Graduate School
McGill University
Montreal, Canada
1984
Bachelor of Science
University of Guelph
Ontario, Canada
1972
