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Dr. Vanessa Johnson, MD

Dr. Vanessa Johnson, MD

Hematology*
25+ years of experience

Dr. Vanessa Johnson, MD is a hematologist in Norwich, CT and has over 25 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Johnson has extensive experience in Gastrointestinal Neoplasms, Pulmonary Neoplasms, and Renal Neoplasms & Resection. She graduated from CORNELL UNIVERSITY / NEW YORK STATE STATUTORY COLLEGES in 1995. She is affiliated with medical facilities such as The Miriam Hospital and Backus Hospital. She is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4.6 Star Rating
Based on 43 reviews 4.6 Star Rating (43 reviews)

Practice

330 Washington St Ste 220 Norwich, CT 06360
Telehealth available

Make an Appointment

(860) 886-8362

Hospital Highlight

Dr. Johnson is affiliated with The Miriam Hospital Providence, a highly rated hospital.

At a Glance

  • Areas of Expertise
    Dr. Johnson specializes in the areas of Hematology, Hospice Care and Palliative Medicine, Internal Medicine & Medical Oncology. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ • See hospitals
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Dr. Johnson's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Johnson

4.6
43 ratings, 34 with a written review
5 star
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4 star
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3 star
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1 star
9%
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Outstanding provider
Listens to concerns and shares her experience in solving whatever issues that arrive. Extremely personable keeping her patients in a positive frame of mind. Would highly recommend this doctor.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Long wait times
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Linda T – Oct 16, 2024
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Great Doctor
Doctor Johnson listens to every question and every worry you have. She will help you find the answers if she doesn’t already know them. She is friendly and personable. Highly recommend her!
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Darlene – Oct 16, 2024
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I feel gratitude for my years with Dr. Johnson!
The Teamwork and priority of caring for all of my treatment needs and exceptional follow up and information and the remarkable timeliness of evaluation of all testing provides consistent reassurance and trust. With my last situation I received a message about my appointment that was changed to the following afternoon and I received a call in the morning to make sure that I had received the message that was previously left (my appointment was originally scheduled for November and due to condition changes was rescheduled for the following day.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Irene Schienberg – Oct 11, 2024
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Good Physician
Dr. Johnson is very thourogh and precise and explains things well
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Oct 09, 2024
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She explains everything to you and answers all questions you might have. Does not rush you through the appointment
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Sep 19, 2024
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Treating for antiphospholipid antibody syndrome.
Dr. Johnson is easy to talk with. She’s thorough, efficient in discussing my chronic conditions, and saw me in a timely fashion. She’s aware of all my different chronic conditions that other doctors treat me for and consults with them as needed. I’m fortunate she was on duty when I initially came into the hospital 10 plus yrs. ago with a heart attack and a stroke and she took my case.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Noah – Aug 21, 2024
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Dr Johnson
Dr Johnson is very professional while also explaining everything so you can understand what she is saying. She always make you feel very relaxed even if it’s a stressful situation. You should be proud to have her on your staff.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Julie Stone – Aug 21, 2024
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Very very thorough professional and sweet
She really cares about her patients, and she's very professional and does not speak above you. I would highly recommend her.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Joyce manko – Aug 02, 2024
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Dr. Johnson takes her time to explain patient conditions and what the plan is for treatment and care. She listens to my concerns and answers any questions that I may have. She is concerned about my overall health and not just what she is treating me for. With this being said, her appointments will sometimes run later than expected plan accordingly
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Long wait times
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Jun 26, 2024
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She’s the best
Telehealth
If I could, I would give Dr. Johnson 10 stars. She listens, she states facts honestly, she’s caring, helpful, respectful, and professional. Also, 10 stars to social worker Heather Kwasnick: what an outstanding care team!
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Carol and Moe – Jun 14, 2024
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Lung cancer
From day 1 I found Dr Johnson to be totally immersed in my treatment and care Dr J told me everything about my condition, prognosis and treatment in a concise way with compassion The meetings last as long as the patient needs them to and she will answer all of your questions honestly and completely
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Bill – May 08, 2024
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Best hematologist in CT!
She looks at the whole panel and not just one blood test! She spends a good amount of time listening and truly wants what’s best for you. She also shares her personal medical experiences to help you understand challenges with king term chronic conditions.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Jan 04, 2024
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Love her
She is always thorough, and takes her time. She looks at the whole picture of you and what’s going on, not just what may be in front of her. She does it all with an amazing and kind personality.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Dec 28, 2023
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Hospital stay
Dr took the time to explain thoroughly and answer my questions
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Nov 30, 2023
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Very professional and thorough
Telehealth
She was very thorough in reviewing my complex history.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Nov 21, 2023
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Hematology
Dr Johnson takes time and explains everything. She’s very compassionate about her patients, she’s the best!
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
2 others found this helpful
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Linda Taylor-Macrino – Oct 28, 2023
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Hospice Care for Terminally Ill Mother
Dr. Johnson was very upfront and honest, even though it was tough news to hear. She delivered it as graciously as anyone could. My mother from out of state, was terminally ill with Ovarian Cancer and had just had major surgery to remove her ovaries and some of the tumors. It was Stage 3 and she was to frail to be considered for chemo or other treatments. Dr. Johnson's Hospice Team was phenomenal through it all; for my mother and for her caregivers. I am so glad I made the decision to bring her here to our home where loved ones surrounded her. Please, don't fear Hospice, embrace it, enjoy every last moment and memory.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Krista Newsome – Sep 29, 2023
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It’s all about the patient.
Dr Johnson is a very caring, reassuring, compassionate and even explains everything so you can understand. Also she is a great listener. She is a bright light for you, even when you’re overwhelmed. She is simply the best!
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Susan – Sep 26, 2023
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Wonderful, thorough doctor
Dr. Johnson is fabulous, and I feel very secure having her care and follow-up after breast cancer. The communication flow among the staff hasn't always been great, with multiple non-followup calls, appointment setting, results reporting, etc. when there should have been. However to be fair, the bulk of my experience was right after the pandemic and they were exceptionally busy at that time with lots of new/delayed diagnoses pouring in.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Staff wasn't friendly
1 other person found this helpful
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Sep 25, 2023
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Thorough review @ explanations
First time meeting Dr Johnson. Clear review of presenting issues, relevant considerations and path forward. Warm expression of concern.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Bob Lewis – Aug 18, 2023
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About Me

biography

Dr. Vanessa Johnson, MD is a hematologist in Norwich, CT and has over 25 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Johnson has extensive experience in Gastrointestinal Neoplasms, Pulmonary Neoplasms, and Renal Neoplasms & Resection. She graduated...read more

  • Hematology

  • Medical Oncology

  • Hospice & Palliative Medicine

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  • Cornell University / New York State Statutory Colleges

    Medical School, 1995
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Internal Medicine®
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Hematology
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Hospice Care and Palliative Medicine
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Internal Medicine
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Medical Oncology
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Locations

Practice

Eastern Ct Hematology & Oncology330 Washington St Ste 220 Norwich, CT 06360
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • The Miriam Hospital

    164 Summit Ave
    Providence, RI 02906
    Recipient of 15
    hospital awards

    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

    View all awards

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    87%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    3% higher than the national average

    82%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    6% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Backus Hospital

    326 Washington St
    Norwich, CT 06360
    Recipient of 14
    hospital awards

    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025)

    Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

    View all awards

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    87%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    3% higher than the national average

    77%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    1% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Holmes Regional Medical Center

    1350 Hickory St
    Melbourne, FL 32901
    Recipient of 3
    hospital awards

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

    View all awards

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    82%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    2% lower than the national average

    71%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    5% lower than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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