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Dr. David Johnston, DO

Dr. David Johnston, DO

Neuromusculoskeletal Medicine*
25+ years of experience

Dr. David Johnston, DO is a neuromusculoskeletal medicine specialist in Ridgefield, CT and has over 25 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from New York Institute of Technology College of Osteopathic Medicine in 1996. He is affiliated with Danbury Hospital. He is accepting new patients.

4.5 Star Rating
Based on 19 reviews 4.5 Star Rating (19 reviews)

Practice

158 Danbury Rd Ste 6 Ridgefield, CT 06877

Make an Appointment

(203) 438-9915

At a Glance

  • Areas of Expertise
    Dr. Johnston specializes in the areas of Family Practice/OMT & Osteopathic Manipulative Medicine. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ • See hospitals
  • Trustworthy
    Patients said this doctor is trustworthy. • See reviews
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Dr. Johnston's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Johnston

4.5

19 ratings, 14 with a written review
5 Star
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4 Star
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3 Star
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2 Star
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1 Star
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Jul 13, 2024
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Karen C – Mar 08, 2023
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
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Mohsin in Danbury – May 08, 2018
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Ben in ALBANY – Apr 06, 2018
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Norwalk, CT – Sep 27, 2017
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
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Shelton, CT – May 12, 2017
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
4 people found this helpful
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Rob Young in Ridgefield, CT – Apr 17, 2017
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
4 people found this helpful
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Richard Bruno in New Milford Ct – Feb 23, 2017
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
4 people found this helpful
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Peter in Croton-on-Hudson, NY – Feb 10, 2017
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
5 people found this helpful
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Susan M. in Croton on Hudson, ny – Jan 22, 2017
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
4 people found this helpful
Helpful
Ellyn H in Ridgefield, CT – Jan 21, 2017
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
4 people found this helpful
Helpful
DCJ in Ridgefield, CT – Jan 08, 2017
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
5 people found this helpful
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Janet O'L in North Salem, NY – Jan 03, 2017
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
5 people found this helpful
Helpful
Lauren in Newtown – Feb 05, 2016
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About Me

care philosophy

By spending an average of 60 minutes with each patient, Dr. Johnston is able to listen to each person's story and give them the full attention they deserve. His own unique healing journey allows him to be intuitively present with each client during treatment.

biography

Dr. David Johnston is an osteopathic physician who operates Osteopathic Wellness Center, LLC, in Ridgefield. He specializes in treating a wide range of conditions at Osteopathic Wellness Center, including chronic pain, sports injuries, neck and...read more

  • Neuromusculoskeletal Medicine

  • Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation Pain Medicine

*Healthgrades does not verify qualifications for medical specialties. Please verify your provider's specialty and qualifications directly with your provider and applicable medical board.

  • St Barnabas Hospital

    Residency Hospital, 1999

  • Good Samaratin Hospital

    Internship Hospital, 1997

  • New York Institute Of Technology College Of Osteopathic Medicine

    Medical School, 1996

  • Hofstra University School Of Medicine

    Undergraduate School, 1990
American Osteopathic Association®
American Osteopathic Board of Neuromusculoskeletal Medicine
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Family Practice/OMT†
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Osteopathic Manipulative Medicine†
†Self designated 
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Locations

Practice

Osteopathic Wellness Center LLC158 Danbury Rd Ste 6 Ridgefield, CT 06877
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Danbury Hospital

    24 Hospital Ave
    Danbury, CT 06810
    Recipient of 28
    hospital awards

    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

    Surgical Care Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

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    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    87%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    3% higher than the national average

    74%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    2% lower than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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