
Neurosurgeon in Los Angeles, California (CA)
J. Patrick Johnson MD
Neurosurgeon
- Board Certified
- Fellowship Trained
- AANS-CNS Section on Disorders of the Spine
- American Association of Neurological Surgeons
- Cervical Spine Research Society
- Congress of Neurological Surgeons
- North American Spine Society
- Scoliosis Research Society
- Degenerative Spine
- Spinal Deformity
- Trauma
- Tumor-Infection
- Cedars-Sinai Medical Center
- UCLA, UCLA Santa Monica
- VA Medical Center - Wadsworth (Westwood)
Dr. Johnson's current research focuses on the development of computerized image guided stereotaxic technology, minimally invasive and endoscopic spinal surgery, spinal deformity/scoliosis, the use of bone morphogenetic protein in spinal fusion, outpatient lumbar microdiscectomy, endoscopic treatment of hyperhidrosis outcomes and a prospective analysis of vertebral body replacement.
Board certified in neurosurgery, Dr. Johnson has published articles in numerous peer-reviewed journals, including Spine, Neurosurgical Focus, Techniques in Neurosurgery, Neurosurgery, Journal of Neurosurgery, Contemporary Neurosurgery and Journal of Spinal Disorders. He also serves on the editorial review boards of the World Journal of Surgery, Neurosurgical Focus and The Spine Journal.
Dr. Johnson is Director of the California Association of Neurosurgeons, and he is a member of several professional organizations, including the Congress of Neurological Surgeons, American Association of Neurological Surgeons, American College of Surgeons, North American Spine Society, American Medical Association, Los Angeles County Medical Association, North American Skull Base Society, American Association for the Advancement of Science and the American Association of Spine Physicians.
Dr. Johnson received his bachelor's degree from The Citadel and his medical degree and master's degree in anatomy and neurophysiology from Oregon Health Sciences University. He completed his internship and neurosurgical residency at UCLA. Dr. Johnson completed a neurology/neurosurgery fellowship at the National Hospital for Nervous Disease in London and a spinal surgery fellowship at the University of Tennessee.
Things You Should Know Before Seeing a Neurosurgeon:
- What is a Neurosurgeon?
True or false? Most neurosurgeons perform more spine than brain surgery. - Neurosurgeon Education and Training
Neurosurgeons are highly educated and specially trained spine specialists. It can take upwards of 8 years after medical school to become a neurosurgeon. - What Disorders Do Neurosurgeons Treat?
Neurosurgeons treat many different dieases and conditions affecting the brain, spine, nervous system, and related structures. - What Treatments Do Neurosurgeons Provide?
Neurosurgeons are trained in the latest surgical techniques to treat spinal disorders. - Questions to Ask Your Neurosurgeon
An appointment with a neurosurgeon can be confusing. These sample questions will help you prepare for your appointment.


