Meet A. Holly Johnson, MD, Leading Orthopedic Surgeon and Sports Medicine Specialist
Renowned Doctor Licensed to Practice Medicine in New York
Dr. A. Holly Johnson a distinguished Associate Attending Orthopedic Surgeon at the prestigious Hospital for Special Surgery (HSS) and HSS Sports Medicine Institute West Side in New York. She is renowned for her expertise in helping individuals regain their optimal level of physical activity post-injury, whether that is running ultra-marathons, playing collegiate ice hockey, walking for exercise, or merely fitting into regular shoewear.
Specializing in a wide range of orthopedic conditions of the foot and ankle, Dr. Johnson is a pioneer in minimally invasive bunion correction and sports-related injuries. Moreover, she repairs Achilles tendon tears, traumatic foot and ankle injuries, deformities, and arthritis management, utilizing cutting-edge arthroscopic and minimally invasive techniques.
With a remarkable educational background, including a Bachelor of Arts Degree, cum laude, from Harvard University and a Medical Degree from the University of Chicago’s Pritzker School of Medicine, Dr. Johnson completed her residency in orthopedic surgery and a fellowship in foot and ankle surgery at HSS, solidifying her expertise in the field.
Before rejoining HSS in 2018, Dr. Johnson held prominent positions at Massachusetts General Hospital and Harvard Medical School from 2008 to 2018, where she honed her skills and served as a prominent figure in the orthopedic community. Currently, she also holds the position of Associate Professor of Orthopaedic Surgery at Weill Cornell Medical College and serves as an Associate Attending Orthopedic Surgeon at NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital.
Dr. Johnson’s illustrious career extends beyond her medical practice, as she has made significant contributions to the field through her involvement in the American Orthopedic Foot & Ankle Society (AOFAS) and multiple other AOFAS committees devoted to humanitarian mission work and the advancement of women in orthopedics. Her dedication to research and advancement is evident through her publications in esteemed journals on topics ranging from opioid prescribing patterns to DVT prophylaxis in foot and ankle surgery.
A powerhouse both on and off the ice, Dr. Johnson commands not only as Captain of the Harvard Women’s Ice Hockey Team but also as a team physician for the New York Liberty (WNBA) professional basketball team. Her stellar performance earned her prestigious All-Ivy and ECAC accolades, cementing her as a force to be reckoned with in the world of athletics.
In addition to her professional achievements, Dr. Johnson’s passion for sports and physical activity is evident in her personal life. An avid marathon runner, tennis player, golfer, and ice hockey enthusiast, she finds joy in staying active with her husband and three children, embodying the values of health and wellness she advocates for in her medical practice.
Learn More about Dr. A. Holly Johnson:
Through her findatopdoc profile, https://www.findatopdoc.com/doctor/16805-A-Holly-Johnson-Orthopedist or through Hospital for Special Surgery, https://www.hss.edu/physicians_johnson-anne.asp
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