Dr. Thomas Donaldson Johnston MD
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800 Rose Street Lexington KY, 40536About
Dr. Thomas Johnston is a general surgeon practicing in Lexington, KY. 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.
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