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W. Todd Johnston, MD

W. Todd Johnston, MD

Optum Provider

Specialty

Ophthalmology

Languages

English

Phone Number

1-206-860-4550

Fax Number

1-206-624-9987

Seeing patients at

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72 reviews

    • Reviewed on Jun 25, 2026
    • Verified Review

    Presentation of the results of my eye exam was clear, and very understandable. Recommendations were sound.

    • Reviewed on Jun 18, 2026
    • Verified Review

    Recommend to a family member

    • Reviewed on Jun 17, 2026
    • Verified Review

    Doctor Johnston was great. He made sure I understood all the procedures and he directly addressed my concerns. He even found something unexpected, explained it to me thoroughly, and helped facilitate a followup for it in the future

    • Reviewed on Jun 3, 2026
    • Verified Review

    I experience has been so good with Dr Johnston that I recommended her to him and had her sign up for her first appointment

    • Reviewed on Jun 3, 2026
    • Verified Review

    Loved that all my questions were answered thoroughly and in plain language. I felt Dr. Johnston respected me and my concerns. I felt reassured from this visit and would not hesitate to recommend him and the Ophthalmology department to anyone I know. Great experience.

    • Reviewed on Jun 1, 2026
    • Verified Review

    Dr Johnston is thorough, knowledgeable, and kind

    • Reviewed on May 29, 2026
    • Verified Review

    I have the upmost confidence and appreciate of Dr. W. Todd Johnston. He follows up on all my issues, communicates very well about next steps and what he is checking for as I age.

    • Reviewed on May 28, 2026
    • Verified Review

    He had done research for previous exams which were not available due to misspelling of my name.

    • Reviewed on May 26, 2026
    • Verified Review

    Dr. Johnston is the best! Truly exceptional!

    • Reviewed on May 22, 2026
    • Verified Review

    I have the highest level of confidence in Dr. Johnston. You are fortunate to have him on your staff.

    • Reviewed on May 22, 2026
    • Verified Review

    Dr. Johnston is simply superior in his work, his demeanor, his knowledge about my auto-immune condition (HLA-B27) that can affect the eyes (uveitis, etc). I felt completely confident in his appointment with me, and his assessment.

    • Reviewed on May 17, 2026
    • Verified Review

    Dr. Johnston was thorough in his exam and explanations and recommendations. I very highly recommend him.

    • Reviewed on May 16, 2026
    • Verified Review

    Dr Johnston walked to desk and ensured I got a prompt appointment to specialist he was referring me too! He is the best!

    • Reviewed on May 7, 2026
    • Verified Review

    Very good and easy experience.

    • Reviewed on May 2, 2026
    • Verified Review

    Dr. Johnston is simply the best physician I have among all my doctors. He is a fabulous care provider and I would never leave his care.

    • Reviewed on Apr 30, 2026
    • Verified Review

    Always good experiences!

    • Reviewed on Apr 26, 2026
    • Verified Review

    Excellent clinician. Listened to my concerns, shared his findings from the exam and fully explained his rationale for proposed next steps. All the while checking my understanding of info

    • Reviewed on Apr 24, 2026
    • Verified Review

    Dr. Johnston is excellent.

    • Reviewed on Apr 2, 2026
    • Verified Review

    Excellent patient care

    • Reviewed on Apr 2, 2026
    • Verified Review

    I have longevity with this clinician and I appreciate his pleasant, candid, knowledgeable, caring thorough service for which he allows me to be a part of the team.

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  • About W. Todd Johnston, MD

    Dr. Johnston has interest in comprehensive ophthalmology, specializing in the management of dry eye disease. Originally from Morristown, NJ, Dr. Johnston lives in Seattle with his wife and two young daughters. Outside of his practice, he enjoys tennis and skiing.

    Philosophy of care

    To provide the most advanced, high-quality eye care and surgery while allowing my patients to be personally involved in the decision-making process in regards to their vision.

    Gender

    Male

    Board certifications

    American Board of Ophthalmology

    Employed or contracted

    Employed

    Network Name

    The Polyclinic

    NPI

    1376546713

    Hospital affiliations

    Swedish Medical Center - First Hill

  • Medical School

    • Wake Forest University

      Winston-Salem, NC

    Residency

    • University of Alabama

      Birmingham, AL

    Internship

    • Cambridge Hospital

      Boston, MA

    Fellowship

    • University of Southern California

      Los Angeles, CA

  • Awards and Publications

    Seattle Met Magazine Top Doc