I would not send my worst enemy to Tim Johans. He was rude from the beginning. My A1C was too high to do the surgery yet. He joked that I would be a quadrapaligic if I got in a fender bender. Hw was angry about my blood sugar & that he couldn't make money on my surgery. There was no offer or discussion of a plan to get it to the level needed. I've since found a surgeon who genuinely cares & am getting my needed sugery in 3 days. read more

My family member almost died because this dr ignored very clear signs that put them in the ER and then admitted to hospital for 4 days care. So thankful for St Lukes saving her life! If all you care about is religion (you will hear a loooooot about it) and hearing how bad he thinks St Luke's and St Al's are, then go ahead. But beware, his care falls very short of any we have had at Luke's and the providers there. They knew immediately an admit was necessary and started life saving medications. He actually had the nerve to tell my family member that none of what happened to them had anything to do with his surgery. WHEN IT ALL DID, and was proven. Never seeing this dr again. read more

Another successful surgical outcome!! I say 'another' because this is the 6th surgery Dr Johans has performed on me. I trust no one else with my spine and nerve complaints/needs. He has a very 'matter-of-fact' approach, being thorough, fully explaining the risk/reward of an anticipated procedure. He does not sell 'rainbows and unicorns', yet is not frightening about the facts. All of his advice proves to be accurate and reliable. He has been attentive to me and my family's questions and concerns. He follows up personally, not substituting a nurse or PA for his interactions. I would recommend Dr Johans to anyone in need of quality neurosurgery, including my loved ones. Thank you Dr Johans!! Peter DePauw read more

Knowing I had sciatica and hearing a lot of horror stories, it was dubious to me if I would ever address the embarrassing and painful condition of taking just a very short walk to cross the street or to walk from my car to the entrance of a hospital. I even bought a walking cane. I did my due diligence in finding a neurosurgeon who had the years experience behind him and the reviews to verify his skills and confidence.  I knew by his reviews that I wanted Dr. Johans before I ever met him. He's a diamond in the rough. His staff is extremely professional and serious about their work being part of his team.  He's a sought-after-surgeon yet spends the appropriate time listening to you, and establishing a teaching rapport with you on what is causing your pain and exactly what he can do to heal you. https://youtu.be/eHfzpaseck8 I am only a post-second day patient and hardly experiencing any pain but rating it at 1 on a scale of 1 to 10, 1 being best because I think I ought to have pain, but I'm not feeling it right now at the end of a second day. The pain rating I had with sciatica for many years was between 8 and 10 and that's after a couple of minutes of walking; I would be looking for a wheelchair or a place to rest.  I also knew that the longer I waited, the worst the sciatica would get. I have no need of the post-surgery-pain medicine except I am diligently using ice pack belts from Walgreens, and the back brace he provides. Me and my family are grateful beyond imagination that I can have a new outlook on life at 68, and that I will be able to distance walk again with my grand kids, family and friends, God willing back to my Zumba classes that I loved, and now have the ability to be more proactive in improving my heart health.  I know I need to do my part in this recovery and beyond, and believe me I will dutifully follow his lead. All I can say is I am thankful, I am thankful, I am thankful for the healing hands of Dr. Johans.  Without any hesitation, I would recommend him to my own family and dearest friends. read more

After interviewing several Neurosurgeons, we found Dr. Johans and decidedly knew the search was over. Our initial appointment was actually with him, as was each following appointment! When you meet the surgeon and not have to go through a screening process with assistants and then PA's, you learn exactly what to expect from the onset. My (Our) level of confidence was elevated beyond our expectations. Dr. Johans is personable, honest, caring and brilliant. His follow through was amazing every step of the way. He answered our most simple questions with detail and patience. His staff was equally kind, knowledgeable and efficient. You will NOT find this type of "old fashioned" care with the most current techniques and experience in any other surgeon. My surgery was a total success and I couldn't be more happy with the outcome! John A read more

It's not often you need to find a neurosurgeon but when I found myself in so much pain that I was violently sick and unable to walk, Dr Johans was recommended to me by a professional who works with him. Dr. Johans was very compassionate with me, explained that he always rereads MRI's and found the reason I was in so much pain (something that was missed by the original radiologist and the previous two doctors). I was admitted to the hospital for surgery within 12 hours and pain free 24 hours after my initial appointment. Not only was Dr. Johans compassionate but he was able to explain everything in a way I was able to understand. I recommend Dr. Johans to anyone looking for a Neurosurgeon in the Boise, Idaho area. read more

I have had a lot of health problems and needed a complicated Anterior Cervical Discectomy and Fusion that needed to be done while I was on blood thinners and having progressed osteoporosis . I was worried and thought I might need to leave the state to get the best care, and then I found Dr. Johans. This man is a miracle worker. He saw how much pain I was in, explained exactly what I needed, and what I did not need, and scheduled surgery immediately. He took the time to call me at home to more questions, and then met with my family before surgery to answer even more questions. He is kind, compassionate and incredibly skilled. I have a tiny scar nestled in a wrinkle in my neck, another small one from the needed sternum bone graft. I awoke from the 45 minute surgery painless (from the first time in 6 weeks). I was discharged after one day, and I don't even need painkillers. I am so grateful for having this caliber of skilled surgeon in the Boise, Idaho area. No need to travel for the best of the best. I have had to undergo a lot of surgery, (from Johns Hopkins in MD to UCLA in CA) and I am so grateful to have found the best right here in my home town. Prior to meeting Dr. Johans, I went thru 6 weeks of incredible nerve pain, a myriad of doctors, chiropractor, physical therapy, spinal injections and a pharmacy of opioids that were never going to fix my problem. I am so blessed to be painfree, thank you Dr. Johans, I only wish I had found you sooner! PS: From the day I met him, his skilled PA and wonderful office staff performed miracles to schedule the surgery, obtain insurance approval and provide complete instructions, for a worry free procedure just 5 days later. I would trust him with my own family and highly recommend him to anyone who wants exceptional, skilled care. read more

I have a friend who is currently having neck pain...and who has had a neck surgery that didn't go well. She was needing a second opinion, and without hesitation I referred Dr. Timothy Johans. In 1994, I broke my neck and separated my shoulder in a car wreck. My break in my neck was C4, 5, and 6, and Dr. Johans was my surgeon to replace the broken bones and secure them with a titanium plate and eight screws. I feel the surgery was flawless and I've never had any issues with my neck since. I highly recommend him for anything that has to do with your spine. read more

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