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Charles A. Johnson, MD

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Specialties:
  • Hand
  • Wrist
Fellowship Trained:
  • Hand
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Biography

Dr. Charles A. Johnson is an orthopedic hand surgeon who specializes in the treatment of conditions affecting the hand, wrist, and upper extremity. A native of the Carolinas, he grew up just outside of Charlotte in Rock Hill, SC, and is proud to care for patients in the region he has always called home.Dr. Johnson completed his orthopedic surgery residency at the Medical University of South Carolina and advanced fellowship training in Hand & Upper Extremity Surgery at New York University (NYU). He is board-eligible with the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons and has authored numerous research publications in top orthopedic journals.

Dr. Johnson is known for his patient-first approach, focusing on the whole person rather than just the X-ray or diagnosis. He takes time to listen, explain treatment options clearly, and tailor care to each patient’s goals and lifestyle. From straightforward injuries to complex conditions, he is committed to delivering compassionate, respectful, and expert orthopedic care.

Outside of medicine, Dr. Johnson enjoys spending time with his wife and daughter, running, playing golf, following college football, drawing, and painting.

 
Education
  • Wofford College-Bachelor of Science: Biology and Bachelor of Arts: Spanish
  • Medical University of South Carolina- Doctor of Medicine
  • Medical University of South Carolina- Orthopaedic Surgery Residency
  • New York University (NYU) Orthopedic Surgery- Hand and Upper Extremity Surgery Fellowship
  • Pontificia Universidad La Católica de Chile-International Medical Program Fellow
Practice

    Specializes in:

    • Hand, wrist, forearm, and upper extremity conditions
    • Fractures and traumatic injuries
    • Carpal tunnel syndrome and other nerve compression disorders
    • Tendon and nerve injuries, including lacerations and repairs
    • Arthritis care, joint preservation, and reconstruction
    • Tennis elbow, golfer’s elbow, and other overuse injuries
    • Sports-related hand and wrist injuries
    • Microsurgery and minimally invasive techniques
    • Wide-awake hand surgery when appropriate

    Professional Memberships:

    • American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons
    • American Society for Surgery of the Hand
Awards
  • Highest Score, Orthopedic In-Training Exam (2024)
  • John McConnell, MD Research Award (2022)
  • Gregory Grabowski, MD Research Award (2022)
  • Luther George Bell, MD – Clinical Excellence Award (2018)
  • J. Harold Arnold, MD – Excellence in Patient Care Award (2017)
  • Presidential Scholar, Medical University of South Carolina (2017)
  • Stephen D. Canaday Anatomy Award (2016)
  • Eagle Scout Rank, Boy Scouts of America
Research
  1. Johnson, CA, Goodloe, JB, Durante, EC, Barfield, WR, Gross, CE. Non-Orthopaedic Encounters Increase Opioid Exposure in Joint Osteoarthritis: A Single Institution Analysis. Published in Journal of Arthroplasty. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.arth.2020.04.076.
  2. White CC, Johnson CA, Esposito JP, Barfield WR, Eichinger JK, Friedman RJ. Predictors of Patient Satisfaction and Outcomes Following Reverse Total Shoulder Arthroplasty. Published in Seminars in Arthroplasty: Journal of Shoulder and Elbow Surgery. https://doi.org/10.1053/j.sart.2020.09.002.
  3. Goodloe JB, Traven SA, Johnson CA, Nutting JT, Wolf SW, Slone HS. Increased Risk of Short-Term Complications and Venous Thromboembolism in Latarjet-Bristow Procedure Compared to Bankart Repair. Published in Arthroscopy. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.arthro.2020.10.039.
  4. Kunkle BF, Bidinger ER, Reid JJ, Johnson CA, Eichinger JK, Friedman RJ. Effect of obesity on perioperative and 180-day outcomes following anatomic and reverse total shoulder arthroplasty. Published Seminars in Arthroplasty: JSES. https://doi.org/10.1053/j.sart.2021.04.008.
  5. Johnson CA, White CC, Kunkle BF, Eichinger JK, Friedman RJ. Obesity Epidemic: The Effect on Total Knee and Hip Arthroplasty Demographics. Published in Journal of Arthroplasty. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.arth.2021.04.017.
  6. Kothandaraman V, Kunkle BF, Reid J, Oldenburg KS, Johnson CA, Eichinger JK, Friedman RJ. Increased Risk of Perioperative Complications in Dialysis Patients Following Rotator Cuff Repair and Knee Arthroscopy. Published in Arthroscopy, Sports Medicine, and Rehabilitation. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.asmr.2021.07.021.
  7. Johnson CA, Reid JJ, Allen WE, Singh S, Eichinger JK, Friedman RJ. Increased Body Mass Index (BMI) is a Predictor of Discharge to Post-Acute Care (PAC) Facilities in Elective Total Shoulder Arthroplasty. Published in JSES: Seminars in Arthroplasty. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.sart.2022.04.003
  8. Herzog LN, Johnson CA, Gross CE. A database study on incidence and trends in traumatic lower extremity amputations in the United States. Published in Clinical Orthopedic Practice. https://doi.org/10.1097/BCO.0000000000001125
  9. Johnson CA, LaRochelle L, Newton W, Daly CA. Pumpkin carving knife injuries: Incidence and trends of hand injury. Published to American Journal of Emergency Medicine. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ajem.2022.07.052
  10. Wolf GJ, O’Leary RJ, Tranchitella NM, Johnson CA, Van Nortwick SS, Dow MA, Murphy RF. Discordance in Current Procedural Terminology Coding for Pediatric Orthopaedic Surgeries Between Residents and Attending Surgeons. Published to Current Orthopedic Practice. https://doi.org/10.1097/BCO.0000000000001181.
  11. Johnson CA, Newton W, LaRochelle L, Daly CA. National incidence and trends of bicycle injury. Published to Journal of Orthopaedic Research. http://doi.org/10.1002/jor.25489.
  12. Johnson CA, Reid JJ, Eichinger JK, Friedman RJ. Impact of COVID-19 on Clinical Outcomes in Total Shoulder Arthroplasty Outcomes. Published to JSES: Seminars in Arthroplasty. 10.1053/j.sart.2023.02.002">http://doi.org/10.1053/j.sart.2023.02.002
  13. Newton W, Johnson CA, Daley DN. Risk Factors for Complications and Unplanned Reoperation Following Surgical Treatment of Distal Radius Fractures. Published to Hand (NY). 177/">http://doi.org/10.1177/15589447221131851.
  14. Newton W, Johnson CA, Daley DN, Daly CA. Long-Term Steroid Use: A Unique Risk Factor in Four-Corner Fusion as Compared to Other Wrist Salvage Operations. Published to Hand (NY). http://doi.org/10.1177/15589447231151257
  15. Johnson CA, Heffron WM, Newton W, Daley DN. Smoking is Independently Associated with Surgical Site Infection, Unplanned Reoperation, and Unplanned 30- day Readmission with Distal Upper Extremity Fractures. Published to Current Orthopedic Practice. http://doi.org/10.1097/BCO.0000000000001216
  16. Johnson CA, Newton W, LaRochelle L, Allen JR, Daly CA. High-pressure injuries of the hand in Community and Industrial Settings: Incidence and trends. Published in Hand (NY). http://doi.org/10.1097/10.1177/15589447231218404.
  17. Wolf GJ, Johnson CA, Hartsock, L, Reid K. COVID-Era Delays Time to Surgery for Emergent Orthopaedic Procedures. Accepted for publication to Journal of Surgical Orthopaedic Advances.
  18. Horn R, Johnson CA, Daley DN. Regional Anesthesia is Independently Associated with Prolonged Operative Time and Unplanned Inpatient Admission in Distal Radius Fractures. Accepted for publication in Current Orthopedic Practice.
  19. Johnson CA, Newton W, LaRochelle L, Daly CA. Oyster injuries: National incidence and trends. Accepted for publication to the Journal of Surgical Orthopaedic Advances.