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Dr. James Johnston, MD

Neurosurgery*
4.6 (22)
Map Pin Small Birmingham, AL
Accepting new patients
22 years of experience

Overview of Dr. James Johnston, MD

Dr. James Johnston, MD is a Neurosurgeon in Birmingham, AL. They specialize in Neurosurgery, has 22 years of experience, and is board certified in Neurosurgery. They graduated from Washington University School of Medicine and is affiliated with Ascension Sacred Heart Bay, Children's Of Alabama and Russell Medical Center. Patients rated Dr. Johnston an average 4.6 star rating.

Dr. Johnston works at Practice in Birmingham, AL with other offices in Huntsville, AL. They are accepting new patients and accept Anthem, Blue Cross Blue Shield and Blue Cross Blue Shield of California 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. Johnston's Office Locations

  1. 1
    Children's of Alabama
    1600 7th Ave S, Birmingham, AL 35233 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (205) 638-9653
  2. 2
    Children's Health System
    502 Governors Dr Sw, Huntsville, AL 35801 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (205) 638-9653
  3. 3
    UAB Women and Infants Center
    1700 6th Ave S, Birmingham, AL 35233 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (800) 822-8816

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    About Dr. James Johnston, MD

    Specialties*
    • Neurosurgery

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    Years of Experience
    • 22 years of experience
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    Languages Spoken
    • English, French
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    • 1154544401
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    Education & Certifications

    Fellowship
    • Washington University, St Louis
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    • Washington University School of Medicine
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    Undergraduate School
    • Washington and Lee University
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    Board Certifications
    • Neurosurgery
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    22 patients have reviewed Dr. Johnston. The overall rating for this provider is 4.6. You can read verified reviews and ratings and leave your own review based on your experience with Dr. Johnston.

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