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Richard Johnston, MD, Gastroenterology, Columbus, MS

Richard Leake Johnston MD


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  • 600 Leigh DriveColumbus, MS 39705

  • Phone+1 662-327-7525

  • Fax+1 662-243-2252

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Summary

  • Dr. Richard Johnston is a gastroenterologist in Columbus, MS and is affiliated with multiple hospitals in the area, including OCH Regional Medical Center, Baptist Memorial Hospital - Memphis, and Baptist Memorial Hospital-Golden Triangle. He received his medical degree from University of Mississippi School of Medicine and has been in practice 15 years. He is experienced in pancreatic cancer and dysphagia.

Education & Training

  • University of Miami/Jackson Health System
    University of Miami/Jackson Health SystemFellowship, Gastroenterology, 2006 - 2009
  • University of Mississippi Medical Center
    University of Mississippi Medical CenterResidency, Internal Medicine, 2002 - 2005
  • University of Mississippi School of Medicine
    University of Mississippi School of MedicineClass of 2002

Certifications & Licensure

  • MS State Medical License
    MS State Medical License 2004 - 2025
  • AL State Medical License
    AL State Medical License 2020 - 2020
  • FL State Medical License
    FL State Medical License 2009 - 2011
  • Gastroenterology
    American Board of Internal Medicine Gastroenterology

Awards, Honors, & Recognition

  • Meaningful Use Stage 1 Certification Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, 2012

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