Dr. Kristin S Johnson MD
Internist
1514 Jefferson Hwy New Orleans LA, 70121Rating
5/5
About
Dr. Kristin Johnson is an internist practicing in New Orleans, LA. Dr. Johnson specializes in the medical treatment of adults. Internists can act as a primary physician or a consultant to a primary physician. They manage both common and rare diseases. Dr. Johnson provides comprehensive care and manages treatment with surgeons as well. Internists establish long-term relationships with their patients and incorporate disease prevention and mental health care into their practice.
Education and Training
La State Univ Sch of Med In New Orleans, New Orleans La MD
Louisiana State Univ School Of Medicine In New Orleans 1998
Louisiana State University School of Medicine in New Orleans 1998
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM
Provider Details
Treatments
- Diabetes
- Anemia
- High Cholesterol
- Back Pain
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- Pain
- Vascular Disease
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