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Shepard Peir Johnson, MD

Shepard Johnson, MD

Orthopaedic Surgery, Hand Surgery

Provider Ratings

4.9 out of 5 (616 ratings)

Speaks

Languages

English

Provider Groups

  • Trinity Health IHA Medical Group

  • Trinity Health Medical Providers

Primary Contact

(810) 844-7557
Appointments (New Patients Welcome)
Provider Groups

  • Trinity Health IHA Medical Group

  • Trinity Health Medical Providers

Primary Contact
(810) 844-7557
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Services & Specialties

Areas of Specialization

  • Orthopaedic Surgery, Hand Surgery

Locations & Contact

Primary Location

Trinity Health IHA Medical Group, Hand Surgery - Ann Arbor Campus

5315 Elliott Dr
Ste 202
Ypsilanti , MI 48197

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Monday
8:00am - 5:00pm
Tuesday
8:00am - 5:00pm
Wednesday
8:00am - 5:00pm
Thursday
8:00am - 5:00pm
Friday
8:00am - 5:00pm
Trinity Health IHA Medical Group, Hand Surgery - Ann Arbor Campus
(810) 844-7557 View Details

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About

Shepard Peir Johnson, MD, is a fellowship-trained hand surgeon. Dr. Johnson is board-eligible in hand surgery and board-certified plastic surgery, and has clinical interests in hand and wrist fractures, sports injuries, and orthoplastic extremity reconstruction.

Insurances Accepted

  • Aetna Better Health Medicaid
  • Aetna Commercial ALL PLANS
  • Aetna Medicare Advantage ALL PLANS
  • BCBS of Michigan Federal / Traditional
  • BCBS of Michigan Medicare Advantage PPO
  • BCBS of Michigan PPO Commercial
  • BCN Medicare Advantage
  • BCN of Michigan HMO
  • BCN of Michigan M Premier Care HMO
  • Blue Cross Complete of Michigan - Medicaid
  • Cofinity (Network)
  • Community Care
  • HAP Alliance Health & Life Commercial
  • HAP Alliance Health & Life Medicare Advantage
  • HAP Empowered (Medicaid)
  • Humana Medicare Advantage ALL PLANS
  • McLaren Commercial ALL PLANS
  • McLaren Medicaid
  • McLaren Medicare Advantage ALL PLANS
  • Medicaid - Michigan
  • Medicare (Traditional)
  • Meridian Commercial ALL PLANS
  • Meridian Medicaid
  • Molina Medicaid
  • Multiplan PHCS (Network)
  • Physicians Health Plan (PHP)
  • Physicians Health Plan (PHP) Medicare Advantage
  • Physicians Health Plan (PHP) Michigan Cares Network
  • Priority Health / Cigna Commercial
  • Priority Health / Cigna Medicare Advantage
  • Priority Health Medicaid
  • Railroad Medicare
  • Tricare (Humana Military) Non-Prime Plans
  • TRICARE (Humana Military) Prime
  • United Healthcare Commercial ALL PLANS
  • United Healthcare Community Plan (Medicaid)
  • Veterans Affairs Community Care Network
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Education & Certifications

Education

Fellowship:
University of Michigan Medical Center-Plastic Surgery

Fellowship:
Vanderbilt University Medical Center

Medical School:
University of Queensland Medical School, Brisbane

Residency:
Trinity Health Ann Arbor Hospital

Board Certifications

American Board of Surgery

American Board of Plastic Surgery

Provider Groups

Trinity Health IHA Medical Group

Trinity Health Medical Providers

Provider Ratings

The following ratings and reviews are based on verified feedback collected from independently administered patient experience surveys. The ratings and comments submitted by patients reflect their own views and opinions. Patient identities are withheld to ensure confidentiality and privacy. Learn More >

4.9 out of 5

(616 ratings)

The Patient Satisfaction Rating is an average of all responses to the care provider related questions shown below from our survey. Patients that are treated in outpatient or hospital environments may receive different surveys, and the volume of responses will vary by question.

222 Reviews

09/24/2024

Dr Johnson is reassuring, thorough in the examination, clear with explanations. I completely trust him.

09/18/2024

I trust him implicitly

09/13/2024

Excelente.

09/11/2024

What I appreciated most was the amount of eye contact that was made. He may have been using dictation through his phone but I appreciated that a lot.

09/10/2024

Knowledgeable and friendly.

08/23/2024

Excellent care.!

08/22/2024

Could not be much better!!!!

08/10/2024

Outstanding physician.

08/10/2024

First time I have been to this doctor with a first time problem. Dr. J. was so smart and answered all my questions. He spoke clearly and slowly so I could absorb all he said. He gave me lots of extra info to bring home and I liked that.

08/10/2024

I always have a great experience when I see Dr. Johnson. He is very caring and wants to help alleviate my pain.

08/09/2024

Dr.Johnson called me by name, he was so kind, and patient as I asked questions.

08/08/2024

I always feel very comfortable with Dr. Johnson and his commitment to helping me with my hand issues.

08/08/2024

Ty for everything

08/07/2024

I had carpel tunnel sugery with Dr.Johnson he was wonderful and his staff was just as wonderful.

07/18/2024

No washing or hand sanitizer before exam. Rush visit.

07/17/2024

If I ever need to see them again, I would not hesitate to go see Dr. Johnson and his team.

07/11/2024

I would come back here for any further hand injuries in the future.

07/10/2024

Would have like more on what i needed to do to help with pain and movement of hand

07/10/2024

Dr Johnson worked with his scheduling staff to find a way to schedule my surgery so I could participate in my religious practice. He personally called me to let me know that he had found a way to schedule my surgery to accommodate my plans.

07/05/2024

I was extremely anxious about whatever was going on with my thumb. staff is excellent, welcoming and considerate. I was called back almost immediately. doc casein quickly, listened patiently, asked some questions, did a few manual tests, then explained my choices. very straightforward presentation, clear explanation of risks for each of the choices. I chose the cortisone injection. it was basically painless, I was all worked up for naught. had a great result, the injection lasted about 8 months. just went back for a second one. asked about problems with my opposite hand, and he immediately did X-rays, and a pokey test. need surgery for this one and feel safe and comfortable in his care.

07/03/2024

I have always had an excellent experience with all of the people I have encountered at Chelsea hospital. it's kind of amazing.

06/29/2024

Honest answers

06/28/2024

So professional!

06/27/2024

What I expected from St Joseph Hospital/ Trinity since my first visit was about 82 years ago.

06/25/2024

Dr. Johnson is a new doctor to me since Dr Fitzsimmons left, and this is only my second visit but was very familiar with my prior hand issues

06/20/2024

Excellent!!

06/19/2024

Very good hand surgeon....did my dequarvains surgery in 2021. Looked at the scar and asked me how it was doing.

06/14/2024

Dr. Johnson was extremely knowledgeable and professional. He took the time to explain in detail what my condition was and what the expected treatment options were.

06/12/2024

thay were all vary good

05/24/2024

Very satisfied with Dr. Johnson

05/23/2024

Very knowledgeable and attentive.

05/09/2024

Very comfortable and thorough

05/07/2024

I will be able to work with him more, and I am glad.

05/02/2024

I was in and out quicker than expected.

04/18/2024

They explained and showed what was the problem and what would be the next step to do

04/18/2024

I had many, many questions for Dr. Johnson and he took the time to answer all of them which makes me feel much better about the decisions I am trying to make about my health.

04/17/2024

Everything was perfect. It was like a day at the spa.

04/09/2024

Like I said before, Dr Johnson is amazing! He went above and beyond to ensure that my needs were met. It was a long, challenging process, but he鈥檚 the only person I would have trusted with my care.. Thank you Dr. Johnson!!

04/04/2024

Very personable good attitude

04/04/2024

Dr. Johnson is always patient with my questions and takes the time to make sure I understand procedures.

04/02/2024

No complaints

04/02/2024

I am pleased with the service provided.

03/22/2024

Id recommend this Dr. And the practice to anyone

03/20/2024

I Just Love Him.He Is Very Kind.Ill Be Back To Get My Right Hand Done.

03/20/2024

All good

03/19/2024

Very easy going

03/07/2024

Great

02/27/2024

The Dr was very pleasant and very explained things well.

02/22/2024

Everything from the pre op thru post op was very professional. They took good care of me.

02/21/2024

Explained everything well. Even asked ne if i had an idea of what the issue was. And listened

02/21/2024

I would go back to Dr. Johnson for any more problems with my wrist.

02/17/2024

Dr. Johnson made me feel comfortable about the procedure. I had no concerns that it would be done correctly. Thank you!

02/14/2024

Answered every question I could think to ask!

02/13/2024

馃槂

02/09/2024

Great job by all

02/09/2024

Just thank both Dr. Lee and Dr. Johnson for me. They did a great job!

02/07/2024

I appreciate that he responded very quickly to a portal message I forgot to ask in the appointment

02/01/2024

would return if have to

01/19/2024

Great experience and grateful for the care he is providing to me to get my hand back to normal!

01/10/2024

It was great.

12/27/2023

Excellent surgeon, explains everything carefully

12/21/2023

My entire experience with this staff was wonderful.

12/20/2023

I had a overall great experience

12/14/2023

The easiest appointment I鈥檝e had at the Ortho clinic

12/13/2023

This provider didn't nothing to help with my situation.

12/13/2023

The cortisone shot has already helped with stiffness and pain. So happy I did not have to have surgery right away.

12/07/2023

Overall more than I expected in helpfulness

12/06/2023

Recommend watching but that is little help with me going to Florida for 3 months

11/30/2023

Very pleased with Dr. Johnson.

11/30/2023

This provider is a blessing in my life!

11/30/2023

Very compassionate.

11/27/2023

Totally positive experience, especially being able to see me on the day I was referred.

11/24/2023

All staff were courteous and knowledgeable. Thank you.

11/23/2023

Was well cared for. Excellent doctor.

11/22/2023

Very satisfied.

11/19/2023

Simply stated: Dr. Johnson and assistant Julie were kind, caring and professional while providing the best medical services!

11/18/2023

Like i said before, Dr. Johnson is always on time and takes great time and care with me.

11/16/2023

It was a great experience

11/16/2023

very concerned about the problem I have, plan made for solving the issue.

11/03/2023

This office is on top of things. Never a wait, quick and thorough.

11/02/2023

I would definitively tey to see Dr Johnson if ever the need to see a hand surgeon.

11/02/2023

Could not be happier. We were seen on time and it was time well spent. Thanks!

11/02/2023

It was all good

10/30/2023

This team was the best

10/27/2023

Friendly, good explanations, asks questions

10/27/2023

Ill be relieved to have my L hand carpel tunnel issues relieved

10/26/2023

He took the time to answer everything, including silly questions my 12 yo child asked

10/26/2023

Forgot to address what I could expect from injections 2nd time around and potential future treatment. I didn鈥檛 ask. Was just happy to get injections for now

10/25/2023

So far the surgery is still healing, but i can tell that there is improvement.

10/22/2023

I have already recommended dr johnson to a co worker.

10/13/2023

Extremely nice and knowledgeable.

10/07/2023

Helpful, caring, pleasant and informative.

10/01/2023

All the staff and the doctor were great

09/29/2023

The whole experience was exceptionally favorable.

09/28/2023

From beginning to end at each visit I have had with Dr. Johnson at the Ann Arbor/Ypsilanti office has been great. The staff there is wonderful

09/28/2023

If i ever need hand surgery again I will call Dr Johnson.

09/28/2023

Respectful and professional service in every way.

09/27/2023

Hoping to never have to come back but have actually already recommended the office to someone!

09/20/2023

Dr. Johnson was very caring and was more than willing to help me with my hand issue.

09/14/2023

excellent, competent and caring.

09/13/2023

Dr. Johnson was Outstanding

09/13/2023

Excellent

09/13/2023

Always a pleasure!

09/08/2023

Very satisfied with my surgery. Great job

09/08/2023

He explain everything and he is very caring

09/07/2023

Great

09/06/2023

I really enjoyed going to the office. I was treated with the utmost respect for my hand questions and pain.

09/05/2023

I am looking at surgery in the future and totally trust in Dr Johnson professionalism as a surgeon.

09/05/2023

Would recommend

09/01/2023

Good advice given

08/31/2023

Dr. Johnson was knowledgeable, patient to answer all my questions. Showed on MRI my problems and discussed treatment options thoroughly.

08/29/2023

i feel confident that I can return with any issues that may arise

08/23/2023

Great! I would recommend him highly.

08/17/2023

Very thorough

08/17/2023

First time with this provider, was very impressed with the easy conversation and transfer of information between us.

08/10/2023

Very good manner and seemed very thorough!

08/10/2023

Advised on future tests and a plan for treatment.

08/01/2023

He is the only doctor who originally correctly diagnosed my problem (after seeing 2 other specialists), and then fixed it.

07/28/2023

Very friendly and helpful. Listened to my concerns.

07/27/2023

Great job, keep it up

07/21/2023

My surgery was fast and completely great. Thanks again

07/20/2023

Dr Johnson was kind, helpful, and helped identified my problem quickly.

07/14/2023

Dr. Johnson did a great job with my hand surgery, his bedside manner is excellent.

07/14/2023

I would and have recommended my provider.

07/14/2023

The office staff are always helpful and professional, it's relatively easy to get an appointment, and the Dr. is thorough and helpful.

07/01/2023

Plesant, understanding my pain n correcting it.

07/01/2023

I really respect and value his care.

06/30/2023

Easy to talk to.

06/29/2023

Had good staff, was prompt in seeing me,?did a good physical exam of my hand before starting to discuss

06/29/2023

Very good experience happy to go back again if needed

06/26/2023

Everyone very pleasant and nice. Good experience

06/22/2023

Extremely pleasant staff

06/21/2023

Very happy with appointment and outcome

06/14/2023

Good experience at this office.

06/07/2023

He attended to me before. Liked him then, returned when I needed his service a second time.

05/26/2023

I feel very comfortable and safe having Dr. Johnson as one of my doctors.

05/24/2023

Fantastic customer service

05/20/2023

No followup. I was told someone would call me to schedule an EMG. No one has contacted me.

05/13/2023

I felt everyone involved with my care were did a great job. I could tell they all had my well being as their primary goal.

05/12/2023

Very pleasant

05/10/2023

Dr. Johnson is one of the best providers I've had at Trinity Health

05/03/2023

Dr. Johnson was a 10 out of 10. He was fabulous! Id highly recommend him.

04/29/2023

Everything was great

04/22/2023

Good

04/21/2023

Was expecting to feel like a number in the system. However I felt like a person they cared about!!

04/20/2023

Awesome knowledge and explained in terms that I could comprehend.

04/19/2023

I would highly recommend Dr. Johnson, and if I have anymore issues with either of my hands, I will definitely only be seeing him, providing he is at this office.

04/19/2023

Very nice.

04/06/2023

GREAT EXPERIENCE

03/30/2023

I felt very good about my appointment and the help I received. I will definitely use him again

03/28/2023

Overall nice visit and i felt the information was accurate.

03/27/2023

I admit I was a bit hesitant because of his young age, but his good judgement, problem solving, and overall confidence put me at ease.

03/24/2023

Excellent service and a great personality

03/20/2023

Dr. Johnson is amazing!

03/18/2023

The services are responsive

03/18/2023

I miss Dr.Fitzsimmons but Dr. Johnson was very nice so the visit was just as pleasant.

03/10/2023

Dr. S. Johnson was kind to my daughter and spoke directly to her. Answered her questions and listened to her concerns. She was comfortable interacting with him and his staff, and they all treated her respectfully as an inividual. No babying or talking over her. We had such a good experience.

03/02/2023

I liked that he explained both options of care to me

02/22/2023

Nothing but good things to say about Dr Johnson. All but one tech were also wonderful and friendly. Any issues with casting/splinting were remedied quickly and done in a caring manner, understanding that kids sometimes 鈥済oof up's on maintaining these properly. Thank you for your patience!

02/15/2023

Very cool guy

02/13/2023

Dr. Johnson made the entire experience far less scary for me, someone who gets very angst ridden at the idea or surgery of any type.

02/11/2023

It was the kind of experience that you always look for.

02/10/2023

My trearment was even better than I expected

02/10/2023

Dr Johnson explained my options clearly and respected my choice.

02/02/2023

I am happy to have found a great doctor. As my previous doctor retired. Dr.Johnson is wonderful!

07/15/2022

Didn't feel diagnosis fit all of my symptoms and doctor had no good explanation for symptoms that didn't fit.

07/04/2022

Nothing at this time

06/26/2022

I'm So pleased that I was treated by Dr.Johnson. He knew exactly what was wrong and explained all the details and possible outcomes professionally and with kindness and concern for my injury and also for an old non related injury that I will be seeing him about. Thankful for his expertise!

06/16/2022

Excellent!! Dr. Johnson is very caring, thorough, compassionate for why I am there. He takes time to listen to my decisions. He thoroughly explains all other options of treatment. Very good eye contact, shows he's interested, respectful, and listening to me, in what I say. That is important to me. I really appreciated that. I value his professionalism. The follow ups have been excellent. I've healed, and recovered extremely well under his care.

05/29/2022

Needs more experience in listening

05/27/2022

Had a good experience. Talked about care of wrist & thumb. Came to a mutual decision on treatment.

05/18/2022

Dr. Johnson did a good job. Unfortunately I will end up seeing other doctors to resolve the problem.

05/17/2022

This doctors visit was amazing. On time and professional.

05/17/2022

He was very nice but I am not sure if the... is correct or if he it the wrong spot with the steroid injection. No ready for the pain.

05/13/2022

Care was thorough, and time efficient. Very positive experience

05/12/2022

Very positive

05/11/2022

He was very good at explaining everything that was going to happen and at explaining the results. He made sure I understood everything and that I didn't have any more questions before he left the room.

05/05/2022

The office and Dr. Shepherd were all punctual and attentive. Dr. Shepherd clearly explained what he thought was going on, follow up and best course of action.

05/03/2022

This was a very pleasant doctors visit. While the injection wasn't pleasant, It Is already helping.

04/28/2022

The team was great with how they handled explanations. Even my 10 year old could understand his situation with his hand.

04/28/2022

See above: well run patient focused service.

04/24/2022

Excellent

04/23/2022

He was pleasant and listened to my concerns. He explained everything and answered all my questions. This was my first visit and very pleased with my care!

04/22/2022

Dr. Johnson is very friendly and competent. He has only seen me once before but remembered personal details about me, which was a pleasant surprise.

04/17/2022

First time I saw this provider very pleased with with inter action s.

04/14/2022

Very punctual, caring, kind and seemed like he loved his job!

04/07/2022

Dr. Johnson was sensitive to my needs, and listened with a very attentive ear.

04/06/2022

Always professional and easy to talk to.

02/18/2022

Very good.

02/17/2022

Excellent

02/16/2022

I came to see Dr. Shepard P Johnson for a consult[....] I've been very blessed to be in his care. He is pleasant, professional, and I can tell he loves being a Hand Surgeon. He has done a wonderful job on my surgeries, has an excellent bedside manner that is caring, and compassionate. He explained everything to my husband and I that he's going to do during my procedure, and answered all our questions. My post-op follow appointments went very well. I referred Dr. Johnson to a friend of mine.[....]

02/12/2022

Dr. Johnson was very knowledgeable and took the time to explain my injury using Photos which was very helpful. He also went through different treatment plans and expectations for healing.

02/11/2022

It went very well.

02/10/2022

He went above and beyond to explain the procedure and was very personable

02/02/2022

My concerns were addressed, examined thoroughly, and answered just as thoroughly. While not the answers I wanted, they were the correct answers and explained as to why.

01/31/2022

Excellent.

01/28/2022

Exceptional and thorough care given

01/26/2022

Very good experience.

01/22/2022

Dr. Johnson was excellent. I was seen quickly, he listened to my concerns, examined my hands, ordered X-rays, and immediately and clearly explained my diagnosis and treatment options (both long term and short term). The nurse (?) who saw me in advance of the doctor was nice and comforting (as I was concerned that I shouldn't be seeing a hand surgeon at this point). Great staff, great experience.

01/22/2022

Initial visit to diagnose and prescribe treatment for a cyst on my finger, satisfied with the outcome and treatment plan

01/22/2022

Good communications from staff, radiology and Dr. Johnson. Good direct questions, eye contact by Dr Johnson and a good listener. Reassured my concerns and clearly spelled out the options.

01/21/2022

They were prompt and efficient

01/19/2022

Dr. Johnson listened to all my concerns, made several suggestions for me. Together we decided surgery to be a fix for my carpal tunnel difficulty.

01/15/2022

I wish every doctor's office was this good!

01/12/2022

Very good experrience

12/31/2021

It was very good.

12/20/2021

The doctor did and outstanding job of explaining everything and was very respectful. I appreciated the clear description of pros and cons of different treatment options. The woman who made my cast took so much care to make sure it was just right. I also appreciate that a person answered the phone when I called to make the appointment and I was not put on hold.

12/13/2021

Dr Johnson is AMAZING!! His nurse assists are always SO sweet!! They work great as a team!!! I dont have to sit In a room longer than 5 minutes!! Awesome experience!!

12/13/2021

Love going to any IHA office. Everyone is so nice, always seen right at my appointment time, no unnecessary delays. Dr. Johnson was very thorough and attentive to my injury. Would definitely go back.

12/13/2021

He did a great job excessing and explaining the problem.

12/11/2021

Very good. [...]

12/09/2021

Very quick and professional.

12/08/2021

Very pleased

12/08/2021

It was excellent!

11/26/2021

Encourage all the medical community to follow his lead.

11/24/2021

Excellent!

11/20/2021

Very pleasant, knowledgeable and caring physician. I'm very happy with the care provided.

11/13/2021

*Dr. Johnson was very caring, efficient, empathetic and knowledgeable.

11/08/2021

Dr Johnson was very pleasant, He was easy to speak with, and explained things to me very well. If I ever need hand surgery again, I'll definitely have him do it.

11/08/2021

Very professional and pleasant and through. Everyone was great !

11/05/2021

Nurse and doctor very nice and friendly

11/05/2021

I mistakenly showed up at a later time for my appt. The receptionist told me to take a seat while she asked Dr, Johnson if he could squeeze me in. It wasn't long at all before I was taken back and treated. I expected to be scheduled for surgery, and Dr. Johnson suggested we try a cortisone injection instead. I appreciated everyone at the office for the respect, help, and treatment for a first time patient. Thank you.
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