Dr. John Kwon prides himself on delivering world-class, compassionate care to his patients. He enjoys his work advancing the field of foot and ankle surgery as a clinician-scientist and teaching the next generation of physician-trainees.
Dr. Kwon earned his BA in biology from Wesleyan University and obtained his medical degree at New York Medical College. After performing a surgical internship at Massachusetts General Hospital, he completed the Harvard Combined Orthopaedic Residency Program, training at Harvard-affiliated hospitals including Massachusetts General Hospital, Brigham & Women's Hospital, Boston Children's Hospital and Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center.
Dr. Kwon then completed a foot and ankle fellowship in Baltimore, Maryland at Mercy Medical Center, as well as receiving additional training in Ilizarov external fixation techniques in Portland, Oregon. After fellowship, he returned to Mass General and was on-staff for several years before assuming the position of division chief at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center. He returned back to Mass General in 2021 where he serves as the Division Chief of Foot & Ankle Surgery.
Dr. Kwon has varied clinical interests including sports-related injuries, arthritis, deformity correction, total ankle replacement, cartilage, ligament and tendon disorders and trauma. He is an internationally-recognized expert on the treatment of foot and ankle fractures and other traumatic injuries to the lower extremity.
Foot & Ankle Service 55 Fruit St. Yawkey Center for Outpatient Care Suite 3F Boston, MA02114 Phone: 617-724-9338
Mass General/Newton-Wellesley Foot & Ankle Center 52 Second Ave. Blue Building, Suite 1150, First Floor Waltham, MA02451 Phone: 617-724-9338
Mass General/North Shore Center for Outpatient Care 104 Endicott Street Lower level Danvers, MA01923 Phone: 617-724-9338
Fax: 781-487-4003
Medical Education
MD, New York Medical College
Residency, Massachusetts General Hospital
Fellowship, Mercy Medical Center
American Board Certifications
Orthopaedic Surgery, American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery
Accepted Insurance Plans
Aetna
Beech Street
Blue Cross Blue Shield
Blue Cross Blue Shield Medicare
Cigna
Commonwealth Care Alliance
Coventry
Fallon Health
Harvard Pilgrim Health Care
Humana
Maine Community Health Options
Mass General Brigham Health Plan
MassHealth
Medicaid CT
Medicaid ME
Medicaid NH
Medicaid RI
Medicaid VT
Medicare
Multiplan
Senior Whole Health
TriCare
Tufts Health Plan
United Health Care
Wellpoint
WellSense
Note: This provider may accept more insurance plans than shown; please call the practice to find out if your plan is accepted.
Research
Dr. Kwon's research endeavors have focused on the diagnosis and treatment of foot and ankle fractures and other traumatic injuries. He has published over 120 peer-reviewed works and multiple book chapters on the topic.
Agarwal-Harding KJ, Kapadia A, Banza LN, Chawinga M, Mkandawire N, Kwon JY. Improving Management of Adult Ankle Fractures in Malawi: An Assessment of Providers' Knowledge and Treatment Strategies. J Bone Joint Surg Am. 2021 Feb 17;103(4):326-334. doi: 10.2106/JBJS.20.00660. PMID: 33369982.
Kwon JY, Gitajn IL, Walton P, Miller TJ, Appleton P, Rodriguez EK. A cadaver study revisiting the original methodology of Lauge-Hansen and a commentary on modern usage. J Bone Joint Surg Am. 2015 Apr 1;97(7):604-9. doi: 10.2106/JBJS.N.00970. PMID: 25834086.
Gitajn IL, Abousayed M, Toussaint RJ, Ting B, Jin J, Kwon JY. Anatomic Alignment and Integrity of the Sustentaculum Tali in Intra-Articular Calcaneal Fractures: Is the Sustentaculum Tali Truly Constant? J Bone Joint Surg Am. 2014 Jun 18;96(12):1000-1005. doi: 10.2106/JBJS.M.00330. PMID: 24951735.
Toussaint RJ, Lin D, Ehrlichman LK, Ellington JK, Strasser N, Kwon JY. Peroneal tendon displacement accompanying intra-articular calcaneal fractures. J Bone Joint Surg Am. 2014 Feb 19;96(4):310-5. doi: 10.2106/JBJS.L.01378. PMID: 24553887.
Reviews: Comments and Ratings
4.8out of 5(245 Ratings, 92 Comments)
February 2025
Dr. Kwon answered and explained everything he was very caring had all the knowledge about my injury and [redacted] was great he took notes for me and when I email him he always answers all my questions. Thank you [redacted]
January 2025
Dr. Kwon was very knowledgeable. He spent time looking at the imaging, and has a very nice and friendly bedside manner. He makes you feel comfortable and explains things clearly
January 2025
Excellent experience- Dr.Kwon had informed himself of the relevant medical history , communicated his opinion and recommendations in a clear and caring manner.
January 2025
I had to wait over an hour to get my x-ray done before I could see the doctor, even though I had arrived early.
January 2025
I saw [redacted] the PA 1st, he took my history, had reviewed my paperwork and was prepared for my visit. He updated Dr Kwon before he came in and he too was prepared for my visit. I have a very complicated ankle injury having had 7 previous surgeries in the last year and 3 month. Dr Kwon was thorough, listened and explained different options and ... Read More
I saw [redacted] the PA 1st, he took my history, had reviewed my paperwork and was prepared for my visit. He updated Dr Kwon before he came in and he too was prepared for my visit. I have a very complicated ankle injury having had 7 previous surgeries in the last year and 3 month. Dr Kwon was thorough, listened and explained different options and together we came up with a plan. He called me personally the next day to discuss further. I could not be happier with how I was treated and look forward to my next surgery with him on Tues!
January 2025
On my initial encounter with Dr. John Kwon, I found him to be warm, very familiar with my situation, compassionate, thoughtful, kind, and I left his office feeling 100% confident in his abilities to operate on me.
January 2025
Excellent waiting for appointment call for surgery.
January 2025
I believe that my care was handled very professionally and my provider was very knowledgeable and I will be going back to him to inquire about possible correction of my issue.
January 2025
He checked all the boxes
January 2025
Dr. Kwon was extremely impressive, very respectful and insightful. I came away with a much better sense for my situation and next steps. And I will definitely come back to him when I need help again.
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Dr. Kwon answered and explained everything he was very caring had all the knowledge about my injury and [redacted] was great he took notes for me and when I email him he always answers all my questions. Thank you [redacted]
Dr. Kwon was very knowledgeable. He spent time looking at the imaging, and has a very nice and friendly bedside manner. He makes you feel comfortable and explains things clearly
Excellent experience- Dr.Kwon had informed himself of the relevant medical history , communicated his opinion and recommendations in a clear and caring manner.
I had to wait over an hour to get my x-ray done before I could see the doctor, even though I had arrived early.
I saw [redacted] the PA 1st, he took my history, had reviewed my paperwork and was prepared for my visit. He updated Dr Kwon before he came in and he too was prepared for my visit. I have a very complicated ankle injury having had 7 previous surgeries in the last year and 3 month. Dr Kwon was thorough, listened and explained different options and ... Read More
On my initial encounter with Dr. John Kwon, I found him to be warm, very familiar with my situation, compassionate, thoughtful, kind, and I left his office feeling 100% confident in his abilities to operate on me.
Excellent waiting for appointment call for surgery.
I believe that my care was handled very professionally and my provider was very knowledgeable and I will be going back to him to inquire about possible correction of my issue.
He checked all the boxes
Dr. Kwon was extremely impressive, very respectful and insightful. I came away with a much better sense for my situation and next steps. And I will definitely come back to him when I need help again.