Care Philosophy
Ben L. Johnson, P.A.-C.“I believe one of my strengths is to approach patient families with a calm and steady demeanor. I feel like I excel in helping them slow the moment down and really understand what’s happening. I genuinely enjoy providing education and information on the particular injury or diagnosis where they truly understand it. I feel like if I can be successful in that, it allows them to build a sense of control and confidence in a situation where they usually feel like they have lost control.”
About
Ben L. Johnson, P.A.-C., is a certified physician assistant at Scottish Rite for Children Orthopedic and Sports Medicine Center. He earned his undergraduate degree from Stephen F. Austin State University, a Master of Athletic Training from Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center and a Master of Physician Assistant Studies from the University of North Dakota.
With more than 15 years of experience in pediatric sports medicine and orthopedic care, Ben’s special interests include evaluating and treating children and adolescents with complex knee and hip conditions, including patellar instability, anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) tears, osteochondritis dissecans, avulsion fractures and femoroacetabular impingement. Before becoming a physician assistant, he worked as a certified athletic trainer, bringing a comprehensive understanding of sports injury prevention, treatment and rehabilitation to patients in his care.
Ben works in collaboration with Henry B. Ellis, M.D., in the department of sports medicine.
