Advanced Sports Medicine
Specializing in comprehensive sports medicine and preventive care, empowering athletes of all ages to achieve peak performance and prevent injuries.
Specialized Treatment Programs
Tailored programs to meet the specific needs of each patient for optimal recovery and performance enhancement
Sports Medicine
Our dedicated team at Advanced Sports Medicine is committed to providing you with personalized care and treatment plans tailored to your specific injury and unique requirements, facilitating a swift and successful return to your peak athletic performance.
Sports Concussion Care
Concussions require specialized care for optimal recovery. Our team at Advanced Sports Medicine provides expert diagnosis and personalized treatment plans to address your unique needs and facilitate a safe return to your daily life and activities.
Rehabilitation and PT
Experience a comprehensive rehabilitation program at Advanced Sports Medicine. Our team of skilled therapists utilizes the latest techniques and technology to guide you toward regaining strength, mobility, and optimal function through our in-house physical therapy services.
James N. Johnson, MD, FAAFP, CAQSM
Dr. Johnson specializes in sports medicine, tendinitis, arthritis, and the treatment of overuse injuries for those ages 0 to 100+. He is a graduate of Vanderbilt University and Vanderbilt University’s School of Medicine. He completed his residency at the Mayo Clinic in Jacksonville, FL and a Sports Medicine Fellowship at Stanford University and San Jose Medical Center in California.
Dr. Johnson is a clinical instructor at Vanderbilt University School of Medicine’s department of family medicine, and also serves as a clinical assistant professor at Meharry Medical College. Among his affiliations with local, regional, and national sports teams, Dr. Johnson is a team physician for the U.S. Olympic Swim Team, the USA National Swim Team, Nashville Ballet, the Nashville Aquatic Club (NAC), and Lipscomb University.
• All Sports-Related Injuries
• Osteoarthritis
• Degenerative Joint Disease
• Acute and Subacute Sprain and Strain
• Acute Disc Herniation
• Work-Related Injuries
• United States Air Force – Active Duty: July 1994 – Aug 1998
• Captain: July 1994 – Feb 1998
• Major (Select): Feb 1, 1998
• Honorable Discharge: Aug 4, 1998
• Officer Training School | Maxwell AFB, AL: July 1994
• Top Performer
• United States Air Force – Reserve: March 1989 – July 1994
• Second Lieutenant
• USOC Sports Medicine Society, Elected 2001
• American Academy of Family Physicians
• American College of Sports Medicine
• American Medical Society for Sports Medicine
• USA Swimming Sports Medicine Society
• USA Swimming Sports Medicine Committee
• American Swim Coaches Association
• Special Olympics Volunteer Swim Coach
• Arthritis Foundation Board Member 2004-2007
• USA Swimming Youth Swim Coach
• 2005-present – Nashville Ballet, Company Physician
• 2003-present – Nashville Aquatic Club, Team Physician
• 2001-present – United States Olympic Team Physician
• 2001-present – USA Swimming National Team Physician
• Aug 2010 – USA Swimming Physician, Pan Pacific Championships, Maui
• Jan 2009 – USA Swimming Physician, Pan Pacific Championships, Guam
• March 2006 – USA Swimming Physician, FINA World Championships, Shanghai, CHINA
• July 2005 – USA Swimming Physician, Duel in the Pool, USA vs. Australia, Irvine
• Oct 2004 – USA Swimming Physician, FINA World Championships, Indianapolis
• July/Aug 2004 – USA Swimming Physician, 2004 Olympics, Athens, GREECE
• May 2004 – Event Physician, USA Gymnastics National Championship, Nashville
• Jan 2004 – USA Swimming Physician, Queensland Championships, Brisbane, AUS
• June 16-30 2003 – US Olympic Training Center Physician, San Diego, CA
• 2003-2005 – Lipscomb University Athletics, Head Team Physician
• April 2003 – Co-Medical Director, Country Music Marathon, Nashville
• Jan 2003 – USA Swimming Physician, Australian Youth Olympic Festival, Sydney
• 2001-2003 – Stanford Athletics Team Physician
• Sept 2002 – Medical Staff, Stanford Cross Country Invitational, Stanford
• Aug 2002 – USA Swimming Physician, Pan Pacific Championships, Yokohama
• June 2002 – Medical Staff, USA Track and Field National Championship, Stanford
• June 2002 – Covering Physician, US Open Track and Field Meet, Stanford
• May 2002 – Covering Physician, NCAA Women’s Tennis Championship, Stanford
• August 2001 – Covering Physician, USA Swimming National Championship, Fresno
• August 2001/2002 – Covering Physician, Vineman Triathlon, Santa Rosa
• July 2001 – Consultant Physician, Stanford Swimming and Cross-Country Champs
• June 2001 – Covering Physician, US Open Track and Field Meet, Stanford
• May 2001 – Covering Physician, NCAA Softball Regional, Stanford
• April 2001 – Medical Director, Special Olympics Track and Field, Santa Clara
• March 2001 – Stanford Team Physician, NCAA Women’s Swimming Championships, Long Island, NY
Event Physician, USA Swimming National Championships, Austin, TX
• Feb 2001 – Covering Physician, Sybase Open ATP Tour Event
• 2000-2001 – Associate Team Physician, San Jose State University
Assistant to Team Physician, Stanford University Women’s Swimming
• December 2000 – Covering Physician, NCAA Women’s Soccer College Cup, San Jose
• October 2000-2002 – Mass Physicals, Stanford University
• October 2000 – Medical Director, Silicon Valley Marathon, San Jose, CA
• April 2000 – WTA Tour, Bausch and Lomb Tennis Tournament, Amelia Island, FL
Jessica Walker, PA
Jessica Walker is a Physician Assistant who has been with Advanced Sports Medicine and Dr. James Johnson since November of 2022. Jessica has always had a love of treating sports injuries and any and all orthopaedic injuries. She graduated undergrad from Troy University with a Bachelor of Science in athletic training. After graduation she was accepted for an internship with the Vanderbilt men’s basketball program providing daily care, treatments, and the rehabilitation of the player. Jessica then attended LSU for her Master of Science in Kinesiology. While at LSU, she served as a graduate assistant athletic trainer for track and field, cross country and football, treating both female and male athletes. Upon earning her master’s from LSU, Jessica then moved to Nashville where she earned her Master of Science in medicine and became a Physician Assistant from Trevecca Nazarene University.
Jessica has over ten years of experience providing care for all orthopaedic and sports medicine injuries. She loves getting to know and helping her patients stay active, from getting the athlete back on the field or the weekend warrior back on the pickleball court. Jessica has become an invaluable member of Advanced Sports Medicine. In her spare time, she loves listening to live music, reading, and spending time with her family.
August 2006-May 2010
Troy University, Bachelors of Science in Athletic Training
Graduated Summa Cum Laude
June 2010-May 2012
Louisiana State Univeristy, Master of Science in Kinesiology
Graduated Summa Cum Laude
May 2013- August 2015
Trevecca Nazarene University, Master of Science in Medicine
Physician Assistant Studies
Why Choose Us?
We prioritize individualized care and use the latest technologies to ensure a swift and successful recovery journey for every patient.
Expert Care
Trust in the expertise of Dr. Johnson and his team who have been specializing in sports medicine for over 20 years and are dedicated to getting you back in the game.
Personalized Service
Experience personalized care with tailored treatment plans uniquely crafted for your needs and goals, ensuring optimal recovery and performance.
Contact Us Today
Schedule an appointment with Advanced Sports Medicine to start your journey towards peak performance and recovery.