Dr. Craig Stephen Johnson, MD

Saved my life after surgery with another Dr. I trust him and will never go to another Dr. He communicates well and has an incredible skill. He’s a renowned surgeon.

This doctor seems "put-on and fake". Poor follow up. Also, watch his hands closely.

I couldn't thank Dr. Johnson enough for what he has done for me. I had endometriosis that made its way into my rectum, and he literally saved my life! While in the hospital, he checked on me a couple of times a day; all while being very attentive, didn't seem rushed, and would even pull up a chair and sit by my bed. You can tell that he genuinely cares about his patients. Surgeons that are skilled, compassionate, and able to explain things clearly, are rare. Johnson is one of those rare finds!

My experience has been top notch with this Doctor. His compassion, HONESTY, concern, kindness and professionalism makes him a 10 Star Doctor in my book. Went through surgery several years ago With him. I highly recommend him!

Don’t bother with this doctor. Smooth words before surgery. Acts like he cares. Ignores you if you have any problems. Only good I can say, he passed me off to a great colon doctor.

Amazing and encouraging

Every experience I have had with Dr. Johnson has been positive. After 11 bumpy years of ulcerative colitis flare-up and remission cycles, I found myself in a severe flare at age 24. My GI finally recommended j pouch surgery. He referred me to Dr. Johnson, and for that I could not be more grateful. Dr. Johnson spent an hour with my husband and I at the consultation appointment, answering every question and explaining surgical procedures in detail. He is an intelligent, compassionate, articulate, and relatable doctor, and we left feeling confident that I would be in good hands. Over the next seven months, I underwent three surgeries (removal of colon, construction of j pouch, and ileostomy reversal). I also experienced one intestinal blockage that required overnight hospitalization. Each time, Dr. Johnson delivered exceptional and immediate care. Every complication or issue that I had was immediately addressed. In addition, Dr. Johnson's utilization of robotic technology allowed my surgeries to be as minimally invasive as possible, and my scarring is almost nonexistent. It's been ten months since that first surgery, and I'm thrilled to say that I have my life back. My family and I are beyond grateful for Dr. Johnson. In fact, I'm almost sad that I'll only get to see him once a year now. ;)

Amazing Doctor in every way. I would highly recommend.

Had colon resection surgery on a Monday. Dismissed from hospital on Thursday. Leg pain began almost immediately after going home. Called Dr. Johnson's office several times to report this pain. Was told that it didn't have anything to do with my surgery. My legs were never checked. Ended up being taken to hospital by the life flight with pulmonary embolisms in both lungs and deep vein thrombosis in my legs. It is by the grace of God and lots of prayers that I survived! His parting comment to me at last appointment was, "Thanks for not dying." You be the judge!

No post surgery check done. Sent home from OSH-Tulsa, septic & multiple abscesses after colon surgery. I asked answers as I tried to study online. I was told that the information I'd find online would only scare me and not to research it. He had great bedside manners and seemed very compassionate BUT Post-Op was was horrible. I was sent home with a low grade fever, and a 'poochy" tummy. First night after being home, called and told I'd have antibiotics sent to pharmacy. Next 3 days called as my stomach was swelling, side was bruising, and right labia became the size of a softball within hours on the 4th day. Called and demanded an appointment. Told to go to Imagine Center at Saint Francis @3pm. I was sent straight from imagine center to the hospital for emergency surgury. Dr. John showed up as the hospitals team of dr.'s were taking good me in to operate. LONG HORRIBLE STORY SHORT; ICU, COMA FOR 3 ALMOST 4 MONTHS.and ILLIOSTOMY BAG. MULTIPLE STOMA PROLAPSES. BLOOD WAS LEFT IN ME FROM A CORRECTIVE SURGERY and then came a 2nd COMA for almost 3 weeks. I HAD A 3% CHANCE TO BEAT THIS and THANKS TO GOD, PRAYER, A VERY SUPPORTIVE HUSBAND and FAMILY, 3 BABIES WAITING AT HOME FOR ME, I DID SURVIVE. TRAUMATISED, MORE ISSUES THAN I HAD WHEN I FIRST SOUGHT TREATMENT. LOST MORE BOWEL THAN EVER THOUGHT I SHOULD HAVE (SMALL INTESTINE INCLUDED) If a simple CT SCAN would have been done, especially since the hospital feed a FULL MEAL, Consisting of Chicken and Broccoli, 2 days after surgery which Dr. Johnson was made aware of, I may not have reached the point of death I did. HIS SMOOTH WORDS LEAD ME TO BELIEVE THIS WAS NORMAL AND BY THE END TOLD ME IT WAS MY BODY FIGHTING HIM!!! NOW, IT'S JUST AS MUCH MENTAL ISSUES AS PHYSICAL! I'VE BEEN BUTCHERED AND MENTALLY BEATEN BY THIS EXPERIENCE. I Feel ALL SHOULD KNOW because, just so have it, (2) TWO OTHER WOMEN I KNOW CLOSELY HAD DR.JOHNSON CALLED IN TO ASSIST WITH THEIR DIFFERENT SURGERIES, NOW, (1) One is still seeking medical help due to 'an accidental puncture to colon that was not seen. (Because no scan was done after procedure and wound was closed up with staples similar to mine experience.) Please research other Dr.'s opinions before you allow Dr. Johnson and his team at Surgical Associates to do surgical procedures on you or a family member!!!!

I think Dr. Craig Johnson, is one of the best doctors in Oklahoma, maybe the USA. He is very Knowledgeable, loves helping people get back a life that is meaningful. Takes his time to make sure along with the staff that works side by side with him, that you receive the best care. And made me feel extremely thankful to know, him, and his profession. And still have yearly checks , that I truly look forward too, because of the man he is. I know his family is proud. Just as mine. Thanks Doc.

The most professional doctor i believe we have ever dealt with , very excellent bedside manner, polite, knowledgable, courteous. staff was wonderful, accommodations at the hospital were beyond anything we have ever experienced , it was the nicest hospital we have been to in our lives beyond doubt. Dr. Johnson cares about his patients , and spends whatever time needed for them, answers any questions and does not beat around the bush, he tells you what the problem is and the solution and gets it done .

Had colonic inertia. He recommended removing some of my colon to help move things along. While being prepped for surgery, the nurse said I'd have diarrhea the rest of my life. I panicked and asked to see Dr. Johnson. He told me the nurse didn't know what he was talking about. 8 years later, no trips to lake or snow skiing, ruined private life - the nurse was right. Much of my life has been ruined by this surgeon.

Dr. Johnson is very nice and knowledgeable. However, the people running the office and the nurses could be better. The nurse wrote down another patient's insurance information on my forms for surgery scheduling and caused a giant mess.

This doctor is pathetic. On their website it states that "we treat the patient not the condition." That's horse crap. My mother is a krohns patient of Dr. Johnson's and he has completely given up on her. He has no concern for her health or well-being let alone the concerns of her husband and daughter. This man refuses to do anything to help her. He won't even give her a nausea medicine that works so she can't even eat now. My mom is slowly passing away due to the negligence of Him and his unintelligible PA. She has a 9 month old grandson she can't even get out to see because she is constantly in pain. What would he do if he was in her situation or one of his family members was? I could promise you he would do all he could to help them. This man has lost all of my respect and I am going to make sure every one finds out what kind of a self-centered and selfish man he is. I hope he knows when her day comes to meet her maker, he will be the one I will be blaming. When she doesn't see her one and only grandsons first birthday, first day of kindergarten or high school graduation, he will be the one I blame. As for his office staff and PA they are the rudest people I have ever met. They have no compassion and I hope they get treated the same if they ever get put in the situation we are now. What a pathetic excuse of a doctor and a practice.

I would drive miles for a Dr. like him he saved my life .

Dr. Craig Johnson saved my Mother's life. He is extremely talented has a wonderful caring attitude and does not lie and make promises he is not 100 percent sure he can deliver. He took over her Colon issues after two botched surgeries by others, I would recommend his extreme talent to anyone that has Colon issues.

This is to Dr. Johnson I had colon cancer and he treated me like one of his own kids. He is absolutely a wonderful man/dr. If anyone has a guardian angel he is mine. I would just like to thank him for saving me and making me cancer free. Thank you Dr. Johnson. Next time I come see you I will bring a bag of fudge.

Because Dr. J uses robotic surgery, he was able to remove abscessed tissue that could not have been removed via laparoscopic surgery, and would have required a nasty open procedure and probably a colostomy. Because of the great care I received at St. Francis and from Dr. J, I am recovering from what could have been a fatal condition.

He is a very good surgeon. I would recommend him to anyone that needed a doctor in his field. He cares about his patients and will spend all the time you need to talk. He is very personable. He has performed 2 different surgeries on me and the out come has been good both times.