Dr. Walter Stuart Johnston M.D.
Surgeon
3600 SHIRE BLVD STE 104 RICHARDSON TX, 75082About
Dr. Walter Johnston is a general surgeon practicing in Garland, TX. Dr. Johnston specializes in abdominal contents including the esophagus, stomach, liver, gallbladder, pancreas and often thyroid glands. General surgeons are able to deal with almost any surgical or critical care emergency, also involving the skin or soft tissue trauma. Dr. Johnston provides quality surgical service for gravely ill or injured patients and is able to respond quickly due to knowledge of various surgical procedures.
Education and Training
University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center Southwestern Medical School 1992
Board Certification
SurgeryAmerican Board of SurgeryABS
Provider Details
Treatments
- Pancreatitis
- Breast Cancer
- Gallstones
- Pain
- Hernia
- Gas
- Umbilical Hernia
- Ventral Hernia
- Inguinal Hernia
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