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Dr. Kirk Johnson, MD

Dr. Kirk Johnson, MD

Orthopedic Surgery*
45+ years of experience

Dr. Kirk Johnson, MD is an orthopedic surgeon in Beaufort, SC and has over 45 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of Vermont Larner College of Medicine in 1977. He is affiliated with Hilton Head Regional Medical Center. He is accepting new patients.

4.8 Star Rating
Based on 43 reviews 4.8 Star Rating (43 reviews)

Orthopedic Associates Of The Lowcountry - Beaufort

95 Sea Island Pkwy Ste 102 Beaufort, SC 29907

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4.8
43 ratings, 19 with a written review
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Dr. Johnson said my knee was fine based on the X ray and dismissed me. Intense knee pain continued and I saw a doctor who had an MRI of the knee that shows significant disruption.
What went well
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What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Donald Smith – Apr 04, 2024
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Excellent physicians
Dr Johnson takes the time to listen to your issues, explain thoroughly his understanding of your problem, go through the options and then tries to come up with the right course exactly for you
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
2 others found this helpful
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Jane Newhall – Apr 28, 2022
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Great surgeon and always on schedule. I highly recommend him
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
2 others found this helpful
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Mar 16, 2021
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Dr Johnson and his Staff are Amazing!!! I am Very Grateful for Everything they have done and are doing for me with my Knee Replacements.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Robert L – Mar 01, 2021
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Great Doctor! Very personable and genuinely cares about his patients.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Elizabeth Caggiano – Feb 27, 2021
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Efficient, friendly and caring. Just wonderful staff and physician.
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Feb 27, 2021
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Visited with Dr Johnson to get a referral for physical therapy. Great doctor and a pleasure to be his patient.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Jeanne Harrison – Feb 19, 2021
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Enjoyed my visit, it was very informative and made me feel positive about having my second knee surgery. Dr. Johnson was so willing to share information about everything involved in preparing for the surgery and dealing with my recovery after I was very comforted by his approach and the information he shared. I felt very concerned about it before we my visit and now feel much more peaceful going into it.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Lu Keber – Feb 19, 2021
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Very open, honest with great explanation of my issue. I felt I got excellent care
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Nel – Feb 18, 2021
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Dr. Johnson and his staff are courteous, professional and thorough
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Cherie Bailey – Feb 18, 2021
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When I first went to see Dr Johnson, I actually saw him. No switching me to the PA once in the door. We made a plan together which satisfied both of us. Follow up has been good. I would definitely recommend him to friends and family.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Kirvi – Feb 17, 2021
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Thorough and efficient. Listened and suggested possible remedies. Good visit. I would recommend Dr Johnson to anyone with a structural problem
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Wes Waite – Feb 16, 2021
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I am a new patient and am glad to share that Dr. Johnson is 5 Star. I have for for a month believed from another doctor that both of my knees had to be surgically replaced. For a specialist opinion I seeked an appt. with an orthopedic specialist highly reccommended to me. Dr. Johnson X rayed my knees in his office and said I did not need surgery at this point and is treating me with arthritis inflamation instead, only a fews days now I am improving daily! Wow, what a relief, thank you Dr. Johnson and your entire pleasant staff.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Feb 15, 2021
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Dr. Johnson is an outstanding surgeon. I was treated exceptionally by his nurses and staff. All went well. This was the one year after surgery visit. I do not need to return again.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Ed Ellis – Feb 12, 2021
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This is after two total knee replacements, and follow up care over the course of four years. Most excellent in all aspects of his profession. Caring, considerate, professional, compassionate, thoughtful, thorough and knowledgeable. His pre-operation process helped my recovery and post op practices and recommendations have led me to playing tennis five times a week. There is nothing more to say than if you need a total knee replacement in Hilton Head, Bluffton area of SC then this is the man.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
10 others found this helpful
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Mar 24, 2019
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Very attentive and knowledgeable. I would recommend him for all your hip and knee issues.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
7 others found this helpful
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Bluffton SC – Oct 23, 2017
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Six weeks ago I had a full hip replacement and couldn't be more pleased. Dr. Kirk Johnson and his office staff and the Hilton Head Hospital staff were outstanding. Because of Dr. Johnson's expertise and experience, I experienced little to no pain and the rehab people and nurses were also great in helping me to recover. My overall rating of this whole process is A++. I would highly recommend Dr. Johnson to anyone requiring a similar proceedure.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
6 others found this helpful
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Frank Grywalski in Hilton Head Island, SC – May 12, 2017
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I had hip replacement surgery I was informed about everything up front... as well as care when I got home.... His bedside manor is unlike any other doctor I have seen... so good...
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
11 others found this helpful
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M. Moore in Bluffton, SC – Mar 29, 2016
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I had total knee replacement by Dr Johnson exactly 3 months ago. I could not be more pleased. Dr Johnson answered all my questions before and after surgery and was always available if needed. I am already playing tennis!!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
14 others found this helpful
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P. Hill in Bluffton SC – Feb 10, 2016
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Originally from Lebanon, Georges El Hayek, MD received his medical degree from St. Joseph University in Beirut. Dr. El Hayek completed his internal medicine internship and residency at Mount Sinai St. Luke Roosevelt Hospital of Icahn School of...read more
  • Orthopedic Surgery

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  • Brigham And Womens Hospital

    Fellowship Hospital
  • Boston Children's Hospital

    Residency Hospital
  • Massachusetts General Hospital

    Residency Hospital
  • Harvard Surg Serv

    Internship Hospital, 1979
  • University Of Vermont Larner College Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1977
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery®
Orthopedic Surgery
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Locations

Orthopedic Associates Of The Lowcountry - Beaufort

Orthopedic Associates Of The Lowcountry - Beaufort95 Sea Island Pkwy Ste 102 Beaufort, SC 29907
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Hilton Head Orthopedics

Hilton Head Orthopedics8 Hospital Center Blvd Ste 110 Hilton Head Island, SC 29926
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Orthopedic Associates of the Lowcountry - Bluffton

Orthopedic Associates of the Lowcountry - Bluffton75 Baylor Dr Ste 155 Bluffton, SC 29910
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