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Dr. Benjamin Johnson, MD

General Surgery*
5.0 (4)
Map Pin Small Chicago, IL
Accepting new patients
11 years of experience

Overview of Dr. Benjamin Johnson, MD

Dr. Benjamin Johnson, MD is a General Surgery Specialist in Chicago, IL. They specialize in General Surgery, has 11 years of experience, and is board certified in General Surgery. They graduated from University of Iowa and is affiliated with Swedish Hospital. Patients rated Dr. Johnson an average 5.0 star rating.

Dr. Johnson works at Practice in Chicago, IL. They frequently treat conditions like Umbilical Hernia along with other conditions at varying frequencies. They are accepting new patients and accept Aetna, Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield and Blue Cross Blue Shield as well as other major insurance plans. Please call ahead to schedule an appointment and to confirm all accepted insurance plans.

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Dr. Johnson's Office Locations

  1. 1
    Office
    5140 N California Ave Ste 560, Chicago, IL 60625 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (773) 293-8878
  2. 2
    Nshus Psc Lakeview
    3122 N Ashland Ave, Chicago, IL 60657 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (773) 293-8878
  3. 3
    Swedish Covenant Health
    5145 N California Ave, Chicago, IL 60625 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (773) 989-1606
  4. 4
    Federer Surgical Services Ltd.
    2740 W Foster Ave Ste 213, Chicago, IL 60625 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (773) 293-4001

Hospital Affiliations
Admitting Hospitals

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  • Swedish Hospital

Experience & Treatment Frequency

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Umbilical Hernia
Inguinal Hernia
Laparoscopic Inguinal Hernia Repair
Umbilical Hernia
Inguinal Hernia
Laparoscopic Inguinal Hernia Repair

Treatment frequency



Many providers have expertise treating multiple conditions or procedures. FindCare uses a variety of data sources to determine which conditions or procedures a provider treats and their level of experience.
Umbilical Hernia
Inguinal Hernia
Laparoscopic Inguinal Hernia Repair
Abdominal Pain
Cholecystitis and Gallstones
Incisional Hernia
Obstructed Inguinal Hernia
Peripheral Vascular Disease (PAD, PVD)
Excision, Shaving, or Destruction of Skin and Subcutaneous Tissue (incl. Mohs Micrographic Surgery), Tissue Transfer
Laparoscopic Incisional Hernia Repair
Puncture Aspiration
Umbilical Hernia Repair Open
Acute Bowel Infarction
Anal Fissure
Anal or Rectal Pain
Anorectal Abscess
Appendicitis
Ascites
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Benign Neoplasm of the Digestive System
Biliary Tract Cancer
Bone Cancer
Bowel Strangulation
Breast Lump
Cholangiocarcinoma
Cholelithiasis
Collapsed Lung (Pneumothorax)
Colon Cancer
Colorectal Cancer
Crohn's Disease
Diaphragmatic and Hiatal Hernia
Gallbladder and Biliary Tract Cancer
Gallstones
Gastric Ulcer
Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)
Hiatal Hernia
Hyperparathyroidism
Ileus
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Inflammatory Bowel Disease
Intestinal Abscess
Intestinal Diverticulosis
Intestinal Fistula
Intestinal Obstruction
Intestinal Prolapse
Lipomas
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Liver Cancer
Megacolon
Neoplasm of Gastrointestinal Tract
Neuroendocrine Tumors
Osteosarcoma
Pancreatic Cancer
Parathyroid (Gland) Disease
Partial Lung Collapse
Pleural Effusion
Pyloric Stenosis
Ruptured Aortic Aneurysm
Secondary Malignancies
Small Intestine Cancer
Stomach and Small Intestine Cancer
Stomach Cancer
Thyroid Cancer
Thyroid Disease
Thyroid Nodule
Toxic Megacolon
Traumatic Brain Injury
Ulcerative Colitis
Vascular Insufficiency of Intestines
Ventral Hernia
Cholecystectomy with Robotic Assist
Colectomy
Colectomy Laparoscopic
Colectomy Sigmoidectomy with Robotic Assist
Colostomy
Diaphragmatic Paraesophagel Hernia Robotic Assist
Endoscopy (Esophagus, Stomach, Small Intestine)
Excision of Esophageal Lesion
Excision of Stomach Tumor
Gallbladder Removal (Cholecystectomy)
Gastrotomy
Hernia Repair
Incision and Removal of Foreign Object
Intestinal Transplant (incl. Enterectomy)
Laparoscopic Appendectomy
Laparoscopic Excision or Destruction of Ovary
Laparoscopic Gallbladder Removal (Cholecystectomy)
Laparoscopic Umbilical or Ventral Hernia Repair
Laparotomy
Lumpectomy
Mastectomy
Open Gastric Restrictive Procedure
Open Inguinal Hernia Repair
Paraesophageal Hernia Repair Robotic Assist
Paraesophageal Hernia Repair, Laparoscopic
Robotic Assisted Procedure
Soft Tissue Tumor Removal
Thoracentesis
Thyroidectomy
Tracheal Surgery
Ventral Hernia Repair Laparoscopic
Ventral Hernia Repair Open
Video-Assisted Thoracoscopic (VATS) Lobectomy
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    About Dr. Benjamin Johnson, MD

    Specialties*
    • General Surgery

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    Years of Experience
    • 11 years of experience
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    Languages Spoken
    • English
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    NPI Number
    • 1851731590
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    Education & Certifications

    Medical Education
    • University of Iowa
    Medical Education
    Board Certifications
    • General Surgery
    Board Certifications
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    Frequently Asked Questions

    Dr. Benjamin Johnson, MD is accepting new patients on Healthline FindCare. You can check to see if Dr. Johnson is offering online scheduling or call the provider’s office for more information.

    Dr. Johnson has indicated that they do offer telehealth services. Please call the provider’s office at for more information.

    Dr. Johnson has seen patients for Umbilical Hernia, and more. You can see other conditions treated by Dr. Johnson on their profile. Please call the provider’s office to confirm all visit reasons.

    4 patients have reviewed Dr. Johnson. The overall rating for this provider is 5.0. You can read verified reviews and ratings and leave your own review based on your experience with Dr. Johnson.

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