Meet Mitchell John II, M.D.

Dr. John is a highly skilled orthopedic surgeon at Panorama Orthopedics specializing in the diagnosis, treatment, and surgical management of conditions affecting the hand, wrist, elbow, and shoulder. He brings extensive expertise in various orthopedic surgical techniques, including joint replacement, arthroscopic surgery, and fracture management.

Dr. John has particular expertise in upper extremity surgery and incorporates innovative surgical approaches such as the subscapularis-sparing technique for total shoulder replacement. His comprehensive training in both the United States and France has equipped him with advanced techniques in hand, wrist, elbow, and shoulder surgery.

His patient care philosophy centers on ensuring patients fully understand their condition, treatment options, and recovery expectations. Dr. John is especially attuned to the challenges patients face navigating the healthcare system and strives to explain complex medical concepts in ways that empower patients to make informed decisions.

Outside of work, Dr. John enjoys spending time outdoors with his wife Megan and daughter Evangeline through skiing, hiking, and fishing, and he’s the family’s go-to chef, especially for Cajun cooking.

Education/Training

Undergraduate

  • Louisiana State University, Baton Rouge
  • Major: Biology
  • Minors: Business Administration and Chemistry

Medical School

  • Louisiana State University, New Orleans
  • Special note: Among first medical students to rotate through newly constructed University Medical Center in New Orleans post-Hurricane Katrina

Residency

  • Orthopedic surgery residency in Tampa, Florida
  • Served as Administrative Chief Resident in final year

Fellowship

  • Trained at The Cleveland Clinic and MetroHealth
  • Additional fellowship training in France

Honors & Memberships

  • Alexander King Award: Top medical student pursuing a career in orthopedics
  • Blaine Markee Outstanding Chief Resident Award

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