Dr. Douglass Johnson, MD

Meet Dr. Douglass Johnson

Fellowship-Trained Orthopedic Spine Surgeon | Cervical, Lumbar and Complex Spinal Deformity Care

Dr. Douglass Johnson is a fellowship-trained orthopedic spine surgeon with Texas Spine Consultants, where he sees patients in Addison and Plano, and he cares for patients at Methodist Hospital for Surgery. His work centers on helping people living with neck and back pain find relief and get back to the activities that matter most to them.

A North Carolina native, Dr. Johnson was drawn to medicine early through a love of science and the chance to shadow surgeons in his community. He started college studying economics, but soon realized that his true calling was a career devoted to improving patients' quality of life.

A Patient-First Approach:

Listening is at the heart of Dr. Johnson's care. He believes successful treatment begins with understanding how symptoms affect each patient's daily life. He places a strong emphasis on patient education, open communication, and shared decision-making, and he makes sure conservative options are considered whenever appropriate before surgery. Because he offers both non-surgical and surgical treatment, he can work with each patient to build a personalized plan that fits their goals and lifestyle.

Clinical Interests:

Dr. Johnson's clinical focus includes:

• Cervical (neck) spine surgery
• Lumbar (lower back) spine surgery
• Complex spinal deformity correction
• Endoscopic spine surgery

Education and Training:

• Bachelor of Science in Economics and Bachelor of Arts in Biology, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
• Master of Science in Physiology, Georgetown University
• Doctor of Medicine, Georgetown University
• Orthopedic Surgery Residency, MedStar Georgetown University Hospital
• Fellowship in Orthopaedic Spine Surgery, Emory University Hospital

Research and Academic Work:

Dr. Johnson is committed to advancing spine care. He has authored multiple peer-reviewed publications, contributed chapters to orthopedic surgery textbooks, and presented his research at regional, national, and international meetings. His academic interests include robotic spine surgery, spinal deformity, surgical outcomes, and emerging technologies designed to improve patient care.

Professional Memberships:

• American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons

Beyond the Operating Room:

Dr. Johnson joined Texas Spine Consultants to care for patients across the Dallas-Fort Worth area alongside a respected team of spine specialists, and he values the opportunity to keep learning from and collaborating with leaders in his field. Away from work, he and his wife are proud to call North Texas home, where they enjoy life with their daughter and their Bernedoodle puppy.

• Enjoys golf, playing guitar, and cooking with his wife
• Loves exploring new restaurants
• Attends sporting events and live music performances