Derek Johnson, DO
- Provider organization(s):
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Hawaiʻi Pacific Health Medical Group
This provider is a member of Hawai‘i Pacific Health Medical Group, HPH’s nonprofit provider organization focused on delivering coordinated, high‑quality care across our clinics and medical centers.
Hawaiʻi Health Partners
This provider is a member of Hawai‘i Health Partners, the state’s first Accountable Care Organization, where participating providers work together to deliver high‑quality, efficient care to patients.
- Hospital / clinic affiliations:
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Wilcox Medical Center
Office Location(s) and Contact
Primary
Wilcox Medical Center
3-3420 Kuhio Hwy
Suite B
Lihue, HI 96766
Phone: (808) 245-1500
Biography and Interests
Biography
Dr. Derek Johnson specializes in minimally invasive joint surgery. By using a fiber-optic camera, Dr. Johnson can diagnose and treat joint problems common to the shoulder, hip and knee. Specifically, he specializes in arthroscopic shoulder rotator cuff repair and labral repair; arthroscopic labral repair of the hip; and ACL reconstruction and meniscus repair of the knee.
Dr. Johnson strongly believes in mentoring students interested in health careers and is an avid volunteer for local youth and high school athletics on the island of Kauai. When he's not diving or surfing, Dr. Johnson can be found spending time with his family.
Professional Interests
Minimally invasive arthroscopic surgery of the shoulder and knee, arthroscopic shoulder rotator cuff repair and labral repair, ACL reconstruction, meniscus repair of the knee, anterior total hip arthoplasty, total knee arthoplasty and total shouldar arthoplasty.
Personal Interests
Diving, surfing and playing the piano.
Education and Training
Medical School
Midwestern University-Glendale
Residency
Pinnacle Health - Orthopaedic Surgery
Foreign Languages
Cantonese
Professional Credentials
Certifications
Orthopaedic Surgery, Sports Medicine
Awards, Memberships, and Academic Appointments
Memberships
Hawaii Orthopedic Association, American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons, American Osteopathic Academy of Orthopedics, American Osteopathic Association