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Karl K. Johsens, MD

Primary Care That Makes you Primary

Karl K. Johsens, MD

Internal Medicine
4.6 /5
36 reviews

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Residency

Saint Joseph Hospital, Department of Medicine
Denver, CO
Internal Medicine 1994-1996
Chief Resident 1996-1997

Internship

University of Minnesota Hospital and Clinics, Department of Medicine
Minneapolis, MN
1993-1994

Medical School

University of Hawaii, John A. Burns School of Medicine
Honolulu, HI
Doctorate of Medicine 1993

Undergraduate

University of California, Berkeley
Berkeley, CA
Bachelor of Arts, Biochemistry 1987

American Board of Internal Medicine

Dominican Hospital

Member, Board of Directors, Dominican Hospital 2014-present
Chief Medical Officer, ArcWell Medical 2013-present
Medical Director, Hearts & Hands Post-Acute Care and Rehabilitation Center 2012-present

American College of Physicians

California

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MDVIP Annual Membership Fee

MDVIP’s annual fee covers the Wellness Program and generally can be made in quarterly, semi-annual and annual payments.

Quarterly
$562.50 every 3 months*
Semi-Annual
$1,125.00 every 6 months*
Annual
$2,250.00 each year*
Karl K. Johsens, MD

Meet Karl K. Johsens, MD

Human beings were created for a purpose; I have found mine in the art and science of medicine. It is my life's passion and privilege to practice as an internist dedicated to restoring the art to clinical medicine. The most enjoyable aspects of practicing medicine for me are developing relationships with my patients to maintain their health, helping direct them toward wellness by intimate knowledge of their medical risks and problems, and helping them understand these in a straightforward way to either restore their wellness or help them adapt to a better quality of life.
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Primary Care That Makes you Primary

A new healthcare model to suit your lifestyle
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Benefits of joining Dr. Johsens' practice with MDVIP

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MDVIP Wellness Program

Expect comprehensive screenings and tests and a custom wellness plan designed for you.

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Better Doctor-Patient Relationship

97% of MDVIP members are satisfied with their relationship (vs 58% in traditional PCP).

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Same/Next-Day Appointments

See Dr. Johsens quickly and take your time during each appointment.

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Reachable 24/7

Reach Dr. Johsens by phone or text after-hours, and on weekends.

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Smaller Practice Size

MDVIP practices are smaller than most primary care practices, which means your doctor has more time to help you.

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Your Dedicated Doctor

See Dr. Johsens when you go to the office — not someone else like a nurse practitioner or physician assistant

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Travel Benefits

If you need urgent care while traveling, your physician can help arrange your care with a local hospital, pharmacy or doctor.

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Medical Centers of Excellence

For patients who need care beyond what is available locally, MDVIP can connect your doctor with specialists at some of the country’s leading medical institutions

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Better Health Outcomes

Members have better control of chronic conditions like type 2 diabetes, high cholesterol and hypertension.

Frequently Asked Questions

Most MDVIP-affiliated primary care practices accept insurance (your physician can tell you whether they accept your specific insurance plan). Your annual fee pays for preventive care medical services that insurance usually doesn’t cover (e.g., advanced diagnostic testing and screenings). Your MDVIP-affiliated physician will continue to bill your insurance and charge copays, co-insurances and deductibles as he or she currently does for other medical services like sick visits.

MDVIP makes wellness and prevention easier by providing your physician with innovative tools and technology. MDVIP supports your physician’s practice and seeks to eliminate barriers to a positive healthcare experience. Your doctor will determine whether and how to incorporate these tools at his/her discretion.

MDVIP Annual Membership Fee

MDVIP’s annual fee covers the Wellness Program and generally can be made in quarterly, semi-annual and annual payments.

Quarterly
$562.50 every 3 months*
Semi-Annual
$1,125.00 every 6 months*
Annual
$2,250.00 each year*

Get Started Today

This physician has limited availability and may have a Waiting List. Fill out the form to receive more information about Dr. Johsens.

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*MDVIP respects your privacy and will only use your personal information as stated in our Privacy Policy and Terms of Use. By providing your number, you are giving your express written consent to receive telemarketing calls or text messages using an automatic phone dialing system or an artificial or prerecorded voice at that number. You can contact us at any time if you wish to stop receiving such messages.

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Testimonials from patients of Karl K. Johsens, MD

Freedom to be a real Doctor!

from Chris in CA • February 12, 2024
My wife and I are so grateful to have personalized healthcare by a Doctor who is able to take the time to provide top quality care.
So many of our friends get cursory care. Not getting thoughtful answers to questions, no curiosity just push them along….on to the next patient.
Dr. Johsens has never done that, even if he can’t pinpoint a specific diagnosis, he never stops probing, Read more...

Had a tough year with Double Cancer Diagnoses

from Josh in CA • February 11, 2024
Dr Karl Johsens MD is my MD VIP/ PCP
He has greatly helped me to navigate and understand the world of Cancer information in 2023 post my diagnoses in April 2023
When I have Ultrasound, CT Scan, MRI ,or PET CT Scans ,he is always there to provide information that helps me understand where we are in treatment. A Kind ,friendly Doctor who is also a Master at his craft with knowledge Read more...

one who listens

from Meg in CA • February 11, 2024
Dr Johsens always takes time to understand my problems and makes great referrals.

MY HERO

from Ron in CA • February 10, 2024
I AM IN MY MID-LATE 70’S. LIVED ALL OVER THE COUNTRY AND HELD MANY MANAGERIAL POSITIONS. IN ALL OF THE AREAS WHERE WE LIVED, I HAD MANY DIFFERENT DOCS IN MANY DIFFERENT STATES. KARL WAS MY DOC BEFORE HE SWITCHED TO MDVIP. I STAYED WITH KARL AND IT WAS THE SMARTEST THING I EVER DID. WHEN I FOLLOW HIS ADVICE, I STAY HEALTHY. GO TO THE GYMN 3 TO 4 TIMES PER WEEK. WHEN MY SPOUSE HAD A Read more...

My time with Dr. Karl Johsens

from Brian in CA • February 10, 2024
Dr. Johsens has always given me conscientious care and support. He is personable and makes appointments easy and informative. I would say that one area where he has demonstrated understanding and concern is in a condition which I have manifested for a number of years - uncontrolled shaking which comes out of nowhere, lasts an hour or so and then stops. We haven't found a solution to this Read more...

The Office of Karl K. Johsens, MD

Locations & Hours

Primary Office

1595 Soquel Drive Suite 340
Santa Cruz, CA 95065

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Hours

Mon 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Tue 9:30 AM - 4:00 PM
Wed 9:30 AM - 4:00 PM
Thu 9:30 AM - 4:00 PM
Fri 9:30 AM - 12:00 PM
Sat Closed
Sun Closed

MDVIP Annual Membership Fee

MDVIP’s annual fee covers the Wellness Program and generally can be made in quarterly, semi-annual, and annual payments.

Quarterly
$562.50 every 3 months*
Semi-Annual
$1,125.00 every 6 months*
Annual
$2,250.00 each year*

Get Started Today

This physician has limited availability and may have a Waiting List. Fill out the form to receive more information about Dr. Johsens.

Get Started | Today
*MDVIP respects your privacy and will only use your personal information as stated in our Privacy Policy and Terms of Use. By providing your number, you are giving your express written consent to receive telemarketing calls or text messages using an automatic phone dialing system or an artificial or prerecorded voice at that number. You can contact us at any time if you wish to stop receiving such messages.
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