Young defender Jason Johannisen will miss the remainder of the season, after Western Bulldogs medical staff confirmed a dislocation of the right AC joint that will require surgery.

Johannisen has however been cleared of neck injuries by doctors, following a collision with GWS Giants forward Jeremy Cameron early in the third quarter of Saturday afternoon's match at Manuka Oval.

In the midst of a breakout season, 20 year-old Johannisen had played in 13 of the Bulldogs' 14 home and away matches in 2013, averaging 16 disposals as a rebounding defender.

A former rookie listed player, Johannisen debuted in round 19 of last season against North Melbourne, before being elevated to the senior list for 2013.