Professor Rowena Johnson

MB ChB FRCR

Consultant Musculoskeletal Radiologist for Elite Athletes

Professor Johnson is a leading Consultant Musculoskeletal Radiologist, Professor of Sports Medicine Imaging and Chair and Clinical Lead of Education, Royal College of Radiologists.

She is a Professor of Sports Medicine Imaging at the Carnegie School of Sport, Leeds Beckett University which is the largest provider of sport in UK higher education. She is also a visiting professor at the University of Dartmouth, USA.

Specialising in diagnostic imaging and image-guided treatments for elite athletes, her precision-focused approach supports international athletes and clubs, ensuring accurate diagnoses and effective, minimally invasive interventions.

Professor Johnson collaborates with some of the world’s most prestigious organisations, including Premier League and Championship football teams, major European leagues, the Lawn Tennis Association, British Olympians, British Athletics and Triathlon, international rugby and cricket teams, North American Basketball and the Royal Ballet.

With her expertise Professor Johnson utilises advanced MRI protocol and cutting-edge diagnostic ultrasound imaging and intervention that enhances the health and performance of athletes at the highest level, making her a trusted partner for sports professionals and medical teams worldwide.

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Rowena has been a huge help to me over the last few years. There have been multiple times already in my career where I felt like certain injuries would really prevent me from being achieve my goals and dreams. I hope Rowena truly understands how much the people she helps appreciate her and her work.

I was introduced to doctor Rowena Johnson in June 2025, my career felt almost stuck due to a reoccurring issue that wouldn’t let me play and train freely for months. Not only she was super prepared and useful with her medical advice and procedures but what actually helped me the most was her kindness and her ability to understand the struggles of a professional athlete that couldn’t perform and express his potential. After few meetings during the summer I finally got back on court doing what I love the most, playing and competing. For these reasons and many more I feel that a big piece of the Davis Cup trophy that I have in my living room belongs to her. Grazie ❤️