Dr. Benjamin W Johnson M.D., Anesthesiologist
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Dr. Benjamin W Johnson M.D.

Anesthesiologist | Pain Medicine

2011 Murphy Ave Suite 301 Nashville TN, 37203
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Dr. Benjamin Johnson is an anesthesiologist practicing in Nashville, TN. Dr. Johnson ensures the safety of patients who are about to undergo surgery. Anestesiologists specialize in general anesthesia, which will (put the patient to sleep), sedation, which will calm the patient or make him or her unaware of the situation, and regional anesthesia, which just numbs a specific part of the body. As an anesthesiologist, Dr. Johnson also might help manage pain after an operation.

Board Certification

AnesthesiologyAmerican Board of AnesthesiologyABA- Pain Medicine

Provider Details

MaleEnglish 47 years of experience
Dr. Benjamin W Johnson M.D.
Dr. Benjamin W Johnson M.D.'s Expert Contributions
  • What is the difference between local anesthesia and general anesthesia?

    Local anesthesia involves the use of numbing medications like lidocaine to provide pain relief during the operation and afterwards as well. During the operation, you can either be awake or lightly sedated. A general anesthetic means that you will be completely asleep and unaware of your surgical experience. Both types of anesthesia can be done very safely and pleasantly, but the recovery time for the local anesthesia is usually much quicker. If you need to drive yourself home, the local anesthesia would be the preferred option. I hope that helps. READ MORE

  • Is high blood pressure bad for anesthesia?

    Your high blood pressure should not be a problem as long as you take your usual medications before the surgery. Your anesthesiologist will be watching your blood pressure continually during the procedure, and treating it with fast-acting agents as needed before, during and after the surgery. READ MORE

  • Are children given anesthesia for cavity fillings?

    Although I cannot speak for the dentist, I am sure that your dentist will do everything possible to minimize any discomfort during the procedure, including pleasant music, sedation (such as anesthesia), etc. Please discuss this with your dentist as soon as possible, so that you and your child can be relaxed and reassured before the day of the procedure. READ MORE

  • Are people sedated in end-of-life care?

    Usually people in hospice or palliative care are given medication to minimize any pain or anxiety that they might experience. However, it is also important for them to be able to interact with family and staff as fully as possible; so any medications are given conservatively at first, to determine how the patient reacts to them. READ MORE

  • My son dislocated his shoulder. Is anesthesia needed for the repair?

    Quite often, the patient is given a very fast-acting anesthetic to relax the shoulder muscles enough to allow the shoulder to be guided back into the shoulder socket. READ MORE

  • Do I need anesthesia to get my chipped teeth fixed?

    The need for anesthesia will be determined by your dentist, and depends on your level of anxiety and the amount and type of work that needs to be done. READ MORE

Dr. Benjamin W Johnson M.D.'s Practice location

Practice At 2011 Murphy Ave Suite 301

2011 Murphy Ave Suite 301 -
Nashville, TN 37203
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New patients: 615-327-9543
Fax: 615-341-3569
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1342 PAPERMILL POINTE WAY -
KNOXVILLE, TN 37909
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