Dr. Douglas R. Johnston MD
Ear-Nose and Throat Doctor (Pediatric) | Pediatric Otolaryngology
300 Longwood Ave Lo-367 Boston MA, 02115About
Dr. Douglas Johnston practices Pediatric Otolaryngology in Boston, MA. Pediatric otolaryngologists are primarily concerned with medical and surgical treatment of ear, nose, and throat diseases in children. Services that Dr. Johnston provides include the diagnosis and treatment of ear, nose, and throat disorders, and head and neck diseases; surgery of the head and neck, including before and after-surgery care; consultation with other doctors when ear, nose, or throat diseases are detected; and assistance in the identification of communication disorders in children.
Education and Training
Temple University School of Medicine 2004
Board Certification
OtolaryngologyAmerican Board of OtolaryngologyABOto
Provider Details
Treatments
- Allergies
- Ear Infection
- Learning Disabilities
- Birth Defects
- Down Syndrome
- Hay Fever (allergic Rhinitis)
- Cleft Palate
- Obstructive Sleep Apnea (osa)
Fellowships
- Children's Hospital of Boston
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