Dr. Anita Johnson, MD, FACS is a surgical oncologist in Newnan, GA specializing in surgical oncology (cancer surgery). She graduated from Morehouse School of Medicine in 1994 and has 31 years of experience. Dr. Anita Johnson, MD, FACS is affiliated with City of Hope and CITY OF HOPE MEDICAL GROUP OF GEORGIA LLC.
600 Celebrate Life Parkway
Newnan, GA 30265
Biopsy
A biopsy is a procedure performed to remove a small sample of cells for testing. The cells are examined in a laboratory to check for disease, or sometimes to see how badly a known disease is affecting them. Biopsy can be performed on any part of the body.
Although biopsy is most often associated with cancer, it can also be used to check for other diseases, such as infections. A biopsy sample can be scraped, cut, collected with a needle, taken with a machine that punches out a tiny piece, or removed with the tiny tools in an endoscope.
In most cases, a biopsy is a simple outpatient procedure. Depending on the procedure, patients may need to stop taking certain medications beforehand, such as blood thinners. It is important for patients to tell doctors if they are pregnant, as certain biopsies require the use of x-rays to guide the needle to the right location. There is usually very little pain associated with a biopsy. Patients will have to wait a few days to hear the results.
Gastrointestinal Problems (Digestive Disorders)
The gastrointestinal system, or GI tract, is the name given to a collection of organs that work together to digest food. These organs fit together in a long tube, running from the mouth to the anus, and include the esophagus, stomach, and intestines, among others. With so many parts working together, complicated by today's busy lifestyles and diets, digestive problems are common. As many as 1 in 3 Americans have a digestive or GI disorder. There are a huge variety of digestive problems, but the most common are IBS, constipation, GERD, hemorrhoids, and ulcers.
IBS, or irritable bowel syndrome, happens when the muscles surrounding the colon contract too easily or frequently. The result is abdominal pain, cramps, diarrhea or constipation, gas and bloating. IBS attacks can often be brought on by specific triggers, so a key part of treatment is learning which foods trigger IBS attacks and avoiding them. Treatment also includes exercise, avoiding stress, and medications if needed.
Constipation, or large, hard, or infrequent stools, happens to everyone at some point. It can be caused by a disruption in routine or food, or by eating a diet without many fresh fruits and vegetables. Although it is uncomfortable, constipation is common and usually not serious, but it can sometimes become chronic. Adding fiber to the diet, exercising, and taking medications may help.
GERD, or gastroesophageal reflux disease, is a severe form of chronic heartburn where stomach acid spills back up into the esophagus. Left untreated, the acid may even eat away at the esophagus and cause serious damage. Treatment includes changing the diet to avoid trigger foods, losing weight if needed, medications, or even surgery.
Hemorrhoids are blood vessels around the rectum that become irritated, swollen or torn while straining during a bowel movement. They are most often caused by constipation, but can also be caused by pregnancy, diarrhea, or simply a genetic predisposition towards hemorrhoids. Treatment involves first treating any constipation issues, then keeping the area clean and soothed until it has healed. If these measures are ineffective, surgery is sometimes used.
Peptic ulcers are sores or spots of inflammation in the lining of the stomach or close to the stomach in the small intestine. Usually this area is coated with a protective lining that shields the tissue from the strong stomach acid, but a break in the lining can let acid in, causing the sores. It used to be thought that stress caused ulcers, but now it is known that is not the case. Most often, they are caused by an infection by H. pylori bacteria, but ulcers can also be caused by alcohol abuse or overuse of aspirin, ibuprofen, naproxen, or other NSAIDS. The symptoms of an ulcer are pain, hunger, nausea, and fatigue.
Gastrointestinal problems, perhaps more than any other area, are markedly affected by lifestyle. Many disorders can be prevented or treated at least in part by eating a healthy diet high in fiber, exercising regularly, drinking enough water, and limiting alcohol intake. Still, the frequency of digestive disorders means that even the healthiest person can be affected by them. Anyone who notices blood in their stool, experiences abdominal pain, unexplained weight loss, or any significant change in bowel movements should see a doctor.
Laparoscopic Surgery
Laparoscopic surgery is a kind of minimally invasive surgery using a thin, narrow tube called a laparoscope. Usually performed on the abdomen or the pelvic region, the surgeon makes a few very small incisions instead of one large one.
During the procedure, the surgeon inserts the laparoscope, which contains a light and camera that allows the surgeon to see what is happening inside the body. Then tiny tools are placed through the small openings and used to perform the surgery.
The most common laparoscopic surgery is gallbladder removal, but laparoscopic surgery may also be used for the removal of a kidney or appendix, to treat certain cysts and tumors, for bariatric surgery, for some GERD treatments, or for hernia repairs, among others.
Because laparoscopic surgery only uses a few tiny incisions, the scars are minimal and recovery is easier than with open surgery.
Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Anita Johnson, MD, FACS for Medicare patients.
The highest averages for the top procedures that Dr. Anita Johnson, MD, FACS treated as a surgical oncologist in Newnan, GA were lymph node procedures, excision, breast procedures and cancer surgery.
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Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Anita Johnson, MD, FACS.
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The highest averages of the most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Anita Johnson, MD, FACS treated were cancer, hypertension, high cholesterol and diabetes.
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Dr. Anita Johnson, MD, FACS graduated from Morehouse School of Medicine in 1994. She completed residency at Grady Memorial Hospital. She is certified by the American Board of Surgery and has a state license in Georgia.
Medical School: Morehouse School of Medicine (1994)
Residency: Grady Memorial Hospital
Board Certification: American Board of Surgery
Licensed In: Georgia
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These charts describe general payments received by Dr. Anita Johnson, MD, FACS. Doctors may receive payments for a number of reasons, including meal compensation, travel compensation, and consulting.
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$8,355
Exparel $8,355 |
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$8,254
KEYTRUDA $8,234 |
LYNPARZA $20 |
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$500
1688 $488 |
NA $12 |
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$269
Abraxane $269 |
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$267
Da Vinci Surgical System $267 |
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$1,804
XGEVA $134 |
Cardiva VASCADE 6/7F VCS $132 |
Avastin $124 |
VERZENIO $113 |
Kerecis Omega3 Marigen $99 |
Other $1,201 |
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Dr. Anita Johnson specializes in surgical oncology (cancer surgery). Her clinical interests include colorectal surgery procedures, gastrointestinal problems (digestive disorders), and head surgery. Dr. Johnson graduated from Morehouse School of Medicine. Her practice in Newnan, GA is open to new patients as reported by Doctor.com.
