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Benjamin J. Johnston MD, FACS

FACS, and Assistant Professor of Otolaryngology

Areas of Expertise

  • Adult Ear, Nose, and Throat Conditions
  • ENT Ear, Nose, Throat (Otolaryngology)
  • Head and Neck Cancer
  • Hearing Loss
  • Nose and Sinus Conditions
  • Otolaryngology
  • Otolaryngology Surgery
  • Pediatric Ear, Nose, and Throat Conditions
  • Pediatric Otolaryngology

Conditions and Treatments

Locations

919 Murfreesboro Road, Suite 200
Franklin, TN 37064
Vanderbilt Otolaryngology One Hundred Oaks
719 Thompson Lane, Suite 30400
Nashville, TN 37204

Languages

  • English

Education

  • Doctor of Medicine - University of Louisville, 2007
  • Residency - Vanderbilt University Medical Center, 2012
  • Fellowship - Vanderbilt University Medical Center, 2013
  • Fellow of the American College of Surgeons

Board Certifications

  • Otolaryngology - American Board of Otolaryngology, 2013

Patient Comments

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Great doctor.
September 26, 2026
We love Vanderbilt
September 25, 2026
Johnston was amazing. Very helpful, thorough, and certainly focused on patient satisfaction and leaving feeling better.
September 10, 2026
Dr. Johnston was great! I think he is an excellent physician.
September 7, 2026
Addressed my concerns and gave helpful tips for how to advocate for myself if I get sick again
September 5, 2026
Great doctor, highly recommend him.
September 2, 2026
Dr. J is an engaged and attentive listener. No nonsense guy and gives clear answers and guidance. Refreshing way of doing business
August 31, 2026
Dr spent excellent quality time with me explaining my situation. He had viewed my PET scan and was very aware of all of my other medical issues. Complete professional. Amazing bedside manner. Really enjoyed this visit.
August 20, 2026
Best appointment experience ever!!
August 15, 2026