Dr. Karl Knudsen Johsens

Terrific doctor, cares about us, knowledgeable, acknowledges his limitations, gives great referrals, listens to my concerns, knows me, takes my preferences into account, communicates well. Highly recommend him.

An overly-friendly encounter with a Tibetan Mastiff in the mountains of Bhutan ended with the dog suddenly sticking its tongue in my ear. Most dogs in Bhutan are not vaccinated, especially those guarding ranches in the mountains, where I was at the time. Rabies is endemic, I remembered too late, and treatment would have required an emergency evacuation to China. Despite a ten hour time difference, Dr. Johsens immediately called in response to my text and assured me that my ear drum effectively blocks external nasties. Now THAT'S responsiveness! I did not get rabies, but I did get a great photo.

Terrific doctor, cares about us, knowledgeable, acknowledges his limitations, gives great referrals, listens to my concerns, knows me, takes my preferences into account, communicates well. Highly recommend him.

I have always found Dr. Johsens to be very helpful and willing to listen. Some of the 'problems' I've thrown at him have been a puzzle to both of us, but I've never felt that he was losing interest in the 'problems' even without a solution or possible cause. I feel that he gives me good care that comes from his knowledge and understanding and that he will do personal research into personal puzzles. He is a good doctor and a good person. I have always found Dr. Johsens to be very helpful and willing to listen. Some of the 'problems' I've thrown at him have been a puzzle to both of us, but I've never felt that he was losing interest in the 'problems' even without a solution … More

Dr. Johsens is a very caring and kind physician. He is easy to talk to and is interested in helping his patients keep well. I like him very much. What I don't care for is the MDVIP program that he is affiliated with. If it helps him to practice good medicine then I guess it's OK, but I think he would be just fine without it.

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On an evening before Christmas, Dr Karl Johsens was able to get us a prescription for a life-saving antibiotic. When the first pharmacy stated they could have the antibiotic by the next day, Dr Johsens got another pharmacy who filled the prescription that evening. Dr Karl Johsens diagnosis and immediate action saved my Mother's life.

Dr. Johsens is very patient oriented. He listens to your concerns and works to address them in the most appropriate way. He does not push for you to take medications over other possible alternatives and is great at referring you to a specialist if necessary.

Dr. Johsens and staff are caring and professional in the treatment of their patients . Rapid response to patient and referrals.Excellent coordination of care if needed. I would cut back in other areas of life in order to maintain my patient status with Dr. Johsens. For many reasons, medical care is frustrating, and lacks coordination. I do not experience that at all!! A great big thank you to Dr. Johsens and staff. Dr. Johsens and staff are caring and professional in the treatment of their patients . Rapid response to patient and referrals.Excellent coordination of care if … More

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Excellent doctor

Always thorough and takes a holistic approach to health. Highly recommend him.

Dr. Johsens is blessed with the perfect combination of being very bright and knowledgeable---he is Board-certified in Internal Medicine---plus having an excellent bedside manner. Moreover, his referrals have always been to very high quality specialists. His staff is cheerful and attentive.

Dr. Karl Johsens has been my personal physician for approximately 20 years, long before he became affiliated with MDVIP. He is not only a superb diagnostician, but a kind, thoughtful man who is always generous with his time and truly listens to everything I say to him. He knows me well and responds to my emotional needs as well as my physical. His staff is always warm and welcoming, as well as very knowledgable. I highly recommend Dr. Johsens to any person, of any age, as the most competent physician I have ever known. Dr. Karl Johsens has been my personal physician for approximately 20 years, long before he became affiliated with MDVIP. He is not only a superb diagnostician, but a kind, thoughtful man who is always generous with his time and truly … More

My husband and I have been patients of Dr. Johsens' for 20+ years and admire his integrity and loyalty to his patients. He has always been very caring, approachable and available. He has seen us through our ups and downs and I can't imagine better care from another doctor. His office staff is awesome and uplifting! Love my doctor! My husband and I have been patients of Dr. Johsens' for 20+ years and admire his integrity and loyalty to his patients. He has always been very caring, approachable and available. He has seen us through our ups and downs and I can't … More

Dr Johsens gave me my MDVIP annual physical. He was able to go over all items that were of concern and give me an evaluation of my health. Dr. Johsens makes recommendations to help me stay healthy. Great, no nonsense evaluation.

I was given an appointment without any questions about insurance or fee. When I arrived I was told that I would have to pay an $1800 fee for “concierge” service. They should tell you it’s a for-profit business before an appointment is made!!

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When I visit Dr. Johsens office, I feel like I am the most important person in the world. Terrific health care and wonderful customer service. Thank you

Dr. Johsens is personable, smart, prompt, and experienced. Great to have him as my doctor.

When I first and or the office everybody or that I should say the staff always says hello with a smile very patient with me they take their time and answer my questions and then I see Dr. Karl Johsens. He is very patient with me and asked me if I have any concerns today I tell him what is going on with me and we proceed from there he takes his time and is always very nice and very smart I trust him When I first and or the office everybody or that I should say the staff always says hello with a smile very patient with me they take their time and answer my questions and then I see Dr. Karl Johsens. He is very patient with me and asked … More

I contacted Dr Johsens by text for a medical problem and he was able to see me that day, schedule and complete tests and discuss treatment . This personal medical service can not be duplicated (in my opinion) in any other hospitals or Dr. offices in our area.

I am a physician with multiple chronic medical problems who has experienced serious medical errors in previous care. Dr. Johsens has increased my confidence. Now I can forget my own medical care and leave it to him.

Dr. Johsens is a highly competent professional who listens. He and his staff ALWAYS take are of me. I feel safe in their hands. I feel blessed to have them and their knowlede i my court.

After having the same FABULOUS MDVIP doctor for 36 years (Dr. Ronald Mcgee - in San Clemente, CA) - he retired and I moved to Northern California. I "interviewed" several doctors and was getting really frustrated, not finding the medical approach i was so used to. I was incredibly happy to find Dr. Johsens, in Santa Cruz, CA. He is smart and soft spoken...he also is OK with the way I choose to approach illness (he is super open-minded)...and the fact that I am a meditating, vegetarian yogini - didn't phase him at all...(some doctors think it's nonsense). Dr. J is always willing to listen to my suggestions - no matter how far out they may seem. SO, all that being said, Dr. Karl Kohsens is awesome. He has had some GIANT shoes to fill in my book, and is doing a great job...Way to go Doc! After having the same FABULOUS MDVIP doctor for 36 years (Dr. Ronald Mcgee - in San Clemente, CA) - he retired and I moved to Northern California. I "interviewed" several doctors and was getting really frustrated, not finding the medical … More

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