Overview
Dr. Johnson is a board-certified gastroenterologist specializing in the care of Inflammatory bowel disease - Crohn's disease and Ulcerative colitis. He also cares for patients with a wide range of other GI disorders. He is active in clinical research including clinical trials to develop new treatments for IBD. He places a high priority on open communication with his patients and shared decision-making. Dr. Johnson's areas of expertise include the treatment of inflammatory bowel disease, Crohn's disease, ulcerative colitis, microscopic colitis, C. difficile, celiac disease, colorectal cancer screening, eosinophilic esophagitis and acid reflux. Connect with Dr. Johnson: Baylor College of Medicine Christopher Johnson, MD, PhD | LinkedIn Dr. Johnson on Doximity.
Dr. Johnson is highly rated in 6 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Crohn's Disease, Ulcerative Colitis, Hemorrhagic Proctocolitis, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy.
Dr. Johnson is board certified in Gastroenterology- American Board Of Internal Medicine. He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 13 peer reviewed articles and participating in 1 clinical trial.
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2401 S 31st St, Temple, TX 76508
7700 Fish Pond Rd, Waco, TX 76710
Clinical Research
Clinical research consists of overseeing clinical studies of patients undergoing new treatments and therapies, and publishing articles in peer reviewed medical journals. Providers who actively participate in clinical research are generally at the forefront of the fields and aware of the most up-to-date advances in treatments for their patients.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Christopher Johnson
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Christopher Johnson?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Christopher Johnson by calling their office at 254-724-2111. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Christopher Johnson a top-rated expert for Crohn's Disease?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Christopher Johnson is classified as an Distinguished expert for Crohn's Disease, meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.
What conditions does Dr. Christopher Johnson specialize in?
While Dr. Christopher Johnson is a Gastroenterology, they have specific expertise in Crohn's Disease, Ulcerative Colitis, and Hemorrhagic Proctocolitis. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Gastroenterology.
Does Dr. Christopher Johnson participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Christopher Johnson has published 13 articles and abstracts on conditions like Crohn's Disease. You can view a list of Dr. Christopher Johnson's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Christopher Johnson accept my insurance?
Dr. Christopher Johnson accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 254-724-2111 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
MediFind evaluates expertise by pulling from factors such as number of articles a doctor has published in medical journals, participation in clinical trials, speaking at industry conferences, prescribing and referral patterns, and strength of connections with other experts in their field.
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- Distinguished
- Crohn's DiseaseDr. Johnson isDistinguished. Learn about Crohn's Disease.
- Ulcerative ColitisDr. Johnson isDistinguished. Learn about Ulcerative Colitis.
- Advanced
- ColitisDr. Johnson isAdvanced. Learn about Colitis.
- Hemorrhagic ProctocolitisDr. Johnson isAdvanced. Learn about Hemorrhagic Proctocolitis.
- Lymphocytic ColitisDr. Johnson isAdvanced. Learn about Lymphocytic Colitis.
- Viral GastroenteritisDr. Johnson isAdvanced. Learn about Viral Gastroenteritis.
- Experienced
- Alcoholic CirrhosisDr. Johnson isExperienced. Learn about Alcoholic Cirrhosis.
- Angiodysplasia of the ColonDr. Johnson isExperienced. Learn about Angiodysplasia of the Colon.
- AscitesDr. Johnson isExperienced. Learn about Ascites.
- Atypical Hemolytic Uremic Syndrome (aHUS)Dr. Johnson isExperienced. Learn about Atypical Hemolytic Uremic Syndrome (aHUS).
- Autoimmune HepatitisDr. Johnson isExperienced. Learn about Autoimmune Hepatitis.
- Bacterial GastroenteritisDr. Johnson isExperienced. Learn about Bacterial Gastroenteritis.