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Dr. Walter Johnston, MD
General Surgery* Age 60
Dr. Walter Johnston, MD
5.0 (1 Ratings)
Dr. Walter Johnston, MD is a General Surgeon in Richardson, TX.
Dr. Walter Johnston, MD
5.0 (1 Ratings)

Dr. Walter Johnston, MD

General Surgery* Age 60
Richardson, TX
Accepting new patients
34 years of experience
Dr. Walter Johnston, MD is a General Surgeon in Richardson, TX.

About Dr. Walter Johnston, MD

Dr. Johnston graduated from University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center in 1992 and completed a residency at University of Colorado School of Medicine. Dr. Walter Johnston, MD is a General Surgeon in Richardson, TX and has 34 years experience. Dr. Johnston currently practices at North Dallas Surgical Specialists PA and is affiliated with Baylor Scott & White Medical Center-Plano and Methodist Richardson Medical Center. Dr. Johnston has experience treating conditions like Gallstones, Cholecystitis and Gallstones, Umbilical Hernia and Inguinal Hernia among other conditions at varying frequencies. Dr. Johnston's office accepts new patients. Dr. Johnston also speaks Spanish. Dr. Johnston is board certified in General Surgery and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Gallstones
Cholecystitis and Gallstones
Umbilical Hernia
Gallstones
Cholecystitis and Gallstones
Umbilical Hernia
Inguinal Hernia
Incisional Hernia
Intestinal Obstruction
Open Inguinal Hernia Repair
Appendicitis
Excision of Breast Tumor
Breast Lump
Laparoscopic Appendectomy
Abdominal Pain
Laparoscopic Gallbladder Removal (Cholecystectomy)
Gallbladder Removal
Ventral Hernia
Breast Cancer
Port Placements or Replacements
Lymph Node Biopsy or Excision
Soft Tissue Tumor Removal
Wound Repair
Intestinal Diverticulitis
Biopsy of Breast
Axillary Lymph Node Dissection
Mastectomy
Laparoscopic Inguinal Hernia Repair
Lumpectomy
Laparoscopic Incisional Hernia Repair
Ductal Carcinoma in Situ
Excision, Shaving, or Destruction of Skin and Subcutaneous Tissue (incl. Mohs Micrographic Surgery), Tissue Transfer
Ileus
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Abdominal Disorders
Abscess
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Ascites
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Barrett's Esophagus
Benign Neoplasm of the Digestive System
Benign Tumor
Biliary Tract Cancer
Bowel Strangulation
Breast Diseases
Cancer
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Capsular Contracture of Breast Implant
Carcinoma in Situ
Colorectal Cancer
Congenital Anomaly Intestine
Diaphragmatic and Hiatal Hernia
Gallbladder Cancer
Gastrointestinal Diseases
Hernia
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Hidradenitis Suppurativa
Inflammatory Bowel Disease
Inguinal Hernia with Gangrene
Intestinal Abscess
Intestinal Atresia
Intestinal Diverticulosis
Intestinal Prolapse
Ischemic Colitis
Lipomas
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Liver Cancer
Lobular Carcinoma
Male Breast Cancer
Mastodynia
Meckel's Diverticulum
Nausea
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Neoplasm of Gastrointestinal Tract
Non-Traumatic Brain Injury
Obstructed Inguinal Hernia
Pelvic Abscess
Peptic Ulcer
Peripheral Arterial Aneurysm
Primary Sclerosing Cholangitis
Rib Fracture
Ruptured Aortic Aneurysm
Secondary Malignancies
Small Intestine Cancer
Soft Tissue Sarcoma
Stomach and Small Intestine Cancer
Stomach Cancer
Stomach Diseases
Thyroid Cancer
Abscess or Fluid Incision and Drainage
Breast Surgical Procedure
Cholecystectomy with Robotic Assist
Colectomy
Colectomy Laparoscopic
Colon and Rectal Surgery
Colostomy
Endoscopy
Endscpc Sphincterotomy Papillotomy Robotic Assist
Enterostomy (Laparoscopic or Open)
ERCP (Endoscopic Retrograde Cholangiopancreatography)
Esophageal Surgery
Excision of Skin Lesion
Excision of Stomach Tumor
Femoral Hernia Repair, Open
Gastroenterology Procedures
Gastrotomy
Gynecomastia Repair
Hernia Repair
Laparoscopic Cholecystectomy With Robotic Assistance
Laparoscopic Excision or Destruction of Ovary
Laparoscopic Proctectomy
Laparoscopic Removal of Stones from Biliary Tract
Laparoscopic Surgical Procedure
Laparoscopic Umbilical or Ventral Hernia Repair
Laparotomy
Liver Biopsy
Open Appendectomy
Open Gallbladder Removal (Cholecystectomy)
Open Incisional or Ventral Hernia Repair
Pancreas Surgeries
Puncture Aspiration
Splenectomy
Splenectomy and Splenorrhaphy
Stomach Surgery
Thoracentesis
Umbilical Hernia Repair Open
Ventral Hernia Repair Laparoscopic
Ventral Hernia Repair Open
Wedge Resection Colon

Accepted Insurance Plans

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  • HealthPlus Amerigroup
  • Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Jersey
  • Peach State Health Plan
  • Community Health Choice
  • GEHA
  • Staywell (Wellcare)
  • MultiPlan PPO
  • IN Total Health
  • HealthyBlue 2.0
  • Curative EPO
    Curative PPO
    Curative PPO Plus
  • inHealth
  • HealthPlus
  • Medica
  • National (BlueCard) PPO
  • CareOregon
  • CareSource
  • Amerigroup (Wellpoint)
  • Health Net
  • Midwest Health Plan
  • Medicaid
  • Simply Healthcare Plans
  • HealthFirst
  • HealthSmart
  • Molina
  • Husky Health
  • Cigna
  • United Healthcare
  • Aetna
  • Medicare
  • Blue Cross and Blue Shield
  • Humana
  • Wellcare of Georgia
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas

Where Dr. Walter Johnston, MD Sees Patients

  1. 1 North Dallas Surgical Specialists PA
    3600 Shire Blvd Ste 104, Richardson, TX 75082
    Monday
    09:00 - 17:00
    Tuesday
    09:00 - 17:00
    Wednesday
    09:00 - 17:00
    Thursday
    09:00 - 17:00
    Friday
    09:00 - 17:00
    Saturday
    Closed
    Sunday
    Closed
  2. 2 Baylor Scott & White Medical Center-Plano
    4700 Alliance Blvd, Plano, TX 75093

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May 02, 2023
It was a magnificent experience. Dr. Johnston and his team did a fantastic job. So very thankful. Will be recommending Dr. Johnston to anyone & everyone that is needing his services.
— May 02, 2023
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Meet Dr. Walter Johnston, MD

Languages Spoken
Spanish
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General Surgery
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FAQs About Dr. Johnston's Practice

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

Dr. Johnston frequently treats the following conditions: Gallstones, Cholecystitis and Gallstones, Umbilical Hernia and Inguinal Hernia. See more on Sharecare.

Dr. Walter Johnston, MD is affiliated with Baylor Scott & White Medical Center-Plano and Methodist Richardson Medical Center.

Yes, Dr. Walter Johnston, MD holds board certification in General Surgery.

Training & Medical Education
Medical Education
  • University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center
    1992
Medical Education
Board Certifications
  • General Surgery
Board Certifications
What’s a board certification and why is it important that my provider has one?

A board certification represents a provider’s dedication to ongoing training in one or more specialties, including the completion of intensive exams. While not all specialties have board certifications, if your provider does have one they’ve taken the extra step to master their specialty and to keep up with the latest advancements in their field.
Internship
  • University of Colorado School of Medicine
    1993
Internship
Residency Hospital
  • University of Colorado School of Medicine
    1997
Residency Hospital

Hospitals Where Dr. Walter Johnston, MD Practices

  • Baylor Scott & White Medical Center-Plano

    4700 Alliance Blvd, Plano, TX

  • Methodist Richardson Medical Center

    2831 E President George Bush Hwy, Richardson, TX

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