The season may be over—but player safety is a year-round priority in the NFL. Dr. J. Patrick Johnson has been a key figure in these initiatives, serving as an Unaffiliated Neurotrauma Consultant (UNC) on NFL sidelines. A UNC is a neutral doctor who helps identify and diagnose concussions for NFL players during games. They work […]

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We’re proud to share that Dr. J. Patrick Johnson has once again been recognized on both Super Doctors and Los Angeles Magazine’s “Top Doctors” lists for 2025. Dr. Johnson has been selected for Super Doctors every year since 2008 and Top Doctors since 2006, making him one of the most consistently honored physicians in his […]

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Dr. J. Patrick Johnson delivered a keynote lecture at NYC-MISS 2024, held December 13-14 at Weill Cornell Medicine Neurosurgery in New York City. His presentation focused on cervical degenerative diseases treated with advanced 3- and 4-level cervical artificial disc replacement techniques, underscoring the latest innovations in spine surgery. This year’s program featured a comprehensive mix […]

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J. Patrick Johnson Co-chairs 9th Annual Robotics Course Mark your calendar for December 7, 2024, as Drs. J. Patrick Johnson, Terrence Kim, and Doniel Drazin—leaders with a combined 50+ years of experience in Computer Image Guided Surgery (IGS) and robotic spinal surgery—will chair the 9th Annual SSF Robotics Course, “Everything Cool in Spine Surgery,” at […]

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Explore a selection of educational videos featuring Dr. J. Patrick Johnson, MD, a leading neurosurgeon specializing in spinal disorders and minimally invasive spinal surgery, presented in collaboration with the Seattle Science Foundation (SSF). As a trusted physician-driven organization, SSF brings together nationally recognized experts to advance patient care through research, innovation, and technology. Dr. Johnson’s […]

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