Dr. Johnson has been in private practice in South Florida since 1991. He joined the nation’s largest Otolaryngology group, ENT and Allergy Associates of Florida, in 2008. Dr. Johnson received his medical degree from Southeastern University of Health Sciences - College of Osteopathic Medicine in 1986 and completed his residency in Otolaryngology at Beaumont Botsford Hospital in Farmington Hills, Michigan.
He is board certified by the American Osteopathic Board of Otolaryngology and is active in the American Academy of Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery, American Medical Association, Network of Florida Otolaryngologists, Florida Medical Association and Broward County Medical Association.
Dr. Johnson has held numerous leadership positions in the local hospital and ambulatory surgery center community, including Florida Medical Center, Plantation General Hospital, Westside Regional Medical Center, Outpatient Surgical Services and Coral Springs Surgical Center. He maintains privileges at Westside Regional Medical Center.
Dr. Johnson was selected by his peers in Otolaryngology as "Otolaryngologist of the Year" in the State of Florida in 2020 (read more here).
Dr. Johnson has participated in numerous clinical trials – primarily in the field of rhinology – as the principal investigator. He has published several articles in the American Academy of Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery; Ear, Nose and Throat Journal; Journal of Osteopathic College of Ophthamology and Otorhinolaryngology and The American Journal of Cosmetic Surgery.
Dr. Johnson's area of expertise focuses on the treatment of nasal and sinus disorders. He performs a comprehensive physical examination and has in-office CT scanning available. Allergy testing and immunotherapy are available to his patients. Dr. Johnson offers cutting-edge technology to his patients for the treatment of nasal and sinus disorders in the comfort of an office setting. These procedures are performed under local anesthesia, avoiding general anesthesia and all the side effects associated with it. This approach allows for a faster recovery and patients can return to work the next day.
In-Office Procedures
VivAer™ < read more
RhinAer™ < read more
Clarifix® < read more
What is Nasal Airway Obstruction?
Tens of millions of Americans suffer from nasal congestion, which causes a significant reduction in the amount of air the patient can breathe through the nose. Nasal obstruction can dramatically affect your overall quality of life. When patients fail typical prescription/OTC medications, allergy shots and external nasal dilator strips; they may be a candidate for the VivAer™ Procedure.
Symptoms of Nasal Airway Obstruction
- Chronic Stuffy Nose and Congestion
- Difficulty Breathing Through the Nose
- lnability to Breathe Well During Exercise
- Interrupted Sleep Patterns Leading to Loss of Sleep and Snoring
- Fatigue and Feeling Exhausted
Vivaer Procedure
Dr. Johnson will apply local anesthesia on cotton balls to numb the inside of the nose, making the procedure virtually painless. The VivAer Procedure uses cutting-edge technology in the office setting and does not require any incisions. The inside of the nose is gently reshaped using low-temperature radiofrequency energy without altering the outward appearance of the nose. This significantly reduces nasal congestion within weeks and the patient will benefit from long-lasting results. More than 90% of Dr. Johnson's patients report a significant improvement in their nasal breathing in about four weeks.
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What is Chronic Rhinitis?
Tens of millions of Americans suffer from overproduction of mucous, causing post-nasal drip, runny nose and nasal congestion. Chronic rhinitis can be allergic and non-allergic in cause. When patients fail typical prescription and OTC medications they may be a candidate for the RhinAer™ procedure.
Symptoms of Chronic Rhinitis
- Constant post-nasal drip, causing clearing of throat or itchy feeling
- Persistent runny nose
- Excessive nasal congestion
- Frequent sneezing
Rhinaer Procedure
Dr. Johnson will apply local anesthesia on cotton balls to numb the inside of the nose, making the procedure virtually painless. He will insert the RhinAer device into your nostril and precisely target the area in the nose to calm down the overactive nerves causing the problem. The Rhinaer procedure also shrinks down the inflamed tissue to relieve nasal congestion. The treatment is performed in less than ten minutes and the patient can return to normal activity with minimal to no downtime.
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What is Chronic Rhinitis?
Tens of millions of Americans suffer from overproduction of mucous, causing post-nasal drip, runny nose and nasal congestion. Chronic rhinitis can be allergic and non-allergic in cause. When patients fail typical prescription and OTC medications they may be a candidate for the Clarifix® procedure.
Symptoms of Chronic Rhinitis
- Constant post-nasal drip, causing clearing of throat or itchy feeling
- Persistent runny nose
- Excessive nasal congestion
- Frequent sneezing
Clarifix Procedure
Dr. Johnson will apply local anesthesia on cotton balls to numb the inside of the nose, making the procedure virtually painless. He will insert the Clarifix device into your nostril and precisely target the area in the nose to calm down the overactive nerves causing the problem using cryotherapy. The Clarifix procedure also shrinks down the inflamed tissue to relieve nasal congestion. The treatment is performed in less than ten minutes and the patient can return to normal activity with minimal to no downtime.