Jamlik Omari Johnson

Jamlik Omari Johnson is a Clinical Professor of Radiology and Associate Dean for Faculty Professional and Leadership Development at the Keck School of Medicine, University of Southern California. He holds the Stewart Fordham, MD Endowed Chair in Radiology and has secondary appointments in Emergency Medicine. His expertise spans emergency imaging, process improvement, and healthcare leadership, with a focus on trauma and acute care radiology.

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree (Healthcare Organization and Policy) from Brown University
• Medical degree from University of Pennsylvania
• Surgical internship and radiology residency at Columbia University

Research & Leadership: Dr. Johnson pioneered emergency radiology as an academic subspecialty, transforming programs at Emory University and MGH/Harvard. His work emphasizes system efficiency, quality improvement, and interdepartmental collaboration. He served as Fellowship Director for five years, fostering resident education and research partnerships.

Achievements:

• Past President of the American Society of Emergency Radiology (ASER)
• Recipient of FASER and FACR fellowships
• Recognized nationally/internationally for emergency radiology advocacy

Current Roles: Leads faculty development initiatives at USC, lectures on leadership and community engagement, and actively contributes to national radiology organizations.