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Dr. William Johnston, MD

Dr. William Johnston, MD

Urologic Oncology*
25+ years of experience

Dr. William Johnston, MD is a urologic oncology specialist in Novi, MI and has over 25 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Johnston has extensive experience in Male Reproductive Disorders & Procedures, Urinary Conditions, and Urinary Calculi & Removal. He graduated from ALBANY MEDICAL COLLEGE in 1997. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Ascension Providence Hospital-Southfield Campus and Trinity Health Livingston Hospital. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4.6 Star Rating
Based on 123 reviews 4.6 Star Rating (123 reviews)

Practice

25500 Meadowbrook Rd Ste 225 Novi, MI 48375
Telehealth available

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Dr. Johnston is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Urology

The Healthgrades Choice designation helps you understand the most important factors to consider when choosing a healthcare professional. This designation is earned based on four set standards.
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  • Above average experience
  • Good hospital quality
  • Good patient ratings
  • No healthcare sanctions
  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Johnston specializes in the area of Urology. See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. See reviews
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    America’s 100 Best Hospitals for Prostate Surgery Award™ See hospitals
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Dr. Johnston's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Johnston

4.6

123 ratings, 104 with a written review
5 Star
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4 Star
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Apr 18, 2025
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Marisha – Feb 28, 2025
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Feb 13, 2025
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Telehealth
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Volker Plehn – Feb 11, 2025
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Feb 08, 2025
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Telehealth
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Long wait times
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William Wagner – Dec 23, 2024
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Dec 13, 2024
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Telehealth
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Dec 10, 2024
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Telehealth
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Mona – Nov 22, 2024
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Nov 22, 2024
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Doug Williams – Nov 19, 2024
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Nov 19, 2024
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Telehealth
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Review of latest PSA levels – Nov 09, 2024
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Steven Ilmer PHD – Oct 26, 2024
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Lee – Oct 09, 2024
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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PSA – Oct 07, 2024
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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63 year old male – Aug 21, 2024
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Cancer Survivor (Thanks to Dr. Johnston) – Jul 10, 2024
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Art A – Apr 23, 2024
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
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Nov 18, 2023
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About Me

care philosophy

Each patient is unique, therefore, each patient needs to become an expert in their disorder or cancer in order to make a decision that is best for them. I prefer to meet with my patients at the end of the day or arrange a conference at off hours,...read more

biography

William K. Johnston III, MD is a board-certified Urologist and a partner in the Michigan Institute of Urology. He has practiced in Chicago suburbs for the last 7 years while holding appointments as an Assistant Professor at the University of Chicago...read more
  • Urologic Oncology

  • Urology

  • Robotic Surgery

*Healthgrades does not verify qualifications for medical specialties. Please verify your provider's specialty and qualifications directly with your provider and applicable medical board.

  • University Of Michigan-laparoscopy/robotic Surgery

    Fellowship Hospital, 2004
  • University Of California Davis Medical Center

    Internship Hospital, 1998
  • Albany Medical College

    Medical School, 1997
  • University Of California, Davis

    Undergraduate School, 1993
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Urology®
Urology
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Dr. Johnston is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Urology

  • US Patent 7,591,817, 2009

  • Northwestern Feinberg School of Medicine Outstanding Teaching Award, 2009

  • Evanston Northwestern HealthSystem Academic Achievement Awar, 2005

  • Evanston Northwestern HealthSystem Academic Achievement Award, 2006

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Locations

Practice

Michigan Institute of Urology PC25500 Meadowbrook Rd Ste 225 Novi, MI 48375
1
Community Opportunity Center33014 5 Mile Rd Livonia, MI 48154
2
Office620 Byron Rd Ste 1201 Howell, MI 48843
3

Practice

Michigan Institute of Urology PC20952 E 12 Mile Rd Ste 200 Saint Clair Shores, MI 48081
4

Affiliated Hospitals

  • Trinity Health Ann Arbor Hospital

    5301 E Huron Riv Dr
    Ann Arbor, MI 48106
    Recipient of 21
    hospital awards

    Surgical Care Excellence Award™ (2025)

    Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2022)

    Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

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    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    87%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    3% higher than the national average

    81%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    6% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
  • Trinity Health Livingston Hospital

    620 Byron Rd
    Howell, MI 48843
    Recipient of 7
    hospital awards

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

    View all awards

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    86%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    2% higher than the national average

    82%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    7% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
  • Ascension Providence Hospital-Southfield Campus

    16001 W 9 Mile Rd
    Southfield, MI 48075
    Recipient of 31
    hospital awards

    America's 100 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

    View all awards

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    84%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home
    77%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    2% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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