Pete F. Johnston, M.D.

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SUMMARY

Pete F. Johnston, M.D., focuses on global surgery and the delivery of equitable, quality surgical care both locally and internationally. He is a member of multiple academic associations and volunteer organizations and is involved in research and education across multiple levels.

Focus areas

• All types of abdominal wall hernias with open and minimally invasive techniques.
• Treatment of gallstone disease, colic, cholecystitis and gallstone pancreatitis.
• Intra-abdominal complications such as infection and obstruction.
• Management of complex medical and surgical conditions requiring intensive care.
• Performance and training of advanced bedside ultrasound and image-guided procedures.
• Ensuring that humanitarian surgical organizations are providing safe and responsible care.
• Building surgical capacity with partner institutions in low- and middle-income countries.
• Responsibly integrating medical students and trainees into global health endeavors to foster the next generation of global surgeons.

Significance to patient care

Bridging critical care, acute surgical care and global surgical care enhances Dr. Johnston's ability to treat each person with a unique perspective and a multidisciplinary approach.

Professional highlights

• Mayo Clinic Alix School of Medicine:
  • Faculty mentor, global surgery interest group, 2024-present.
  • Faculty mentor, global health distinction track, 2023-present.
• Member, Mayo Clinic global health program, Mayo Clinic, 2023-present.
• Member, Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Medical Society, 2019-present.
• Member, American College of Surgeons, 2016-present.
• Member, Association for Academic Surgery, 2016-present.
• Clinical team leader, International Surgical Health Initiative, 2014-present.