Nicolas Dorsey

Nicolas J. Dorsey, MD, PhD, is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Anesthesiology at the University of Maryland School of Medicine. His clinical and research roles focus on regional anesthesiology, acute pain medicine, and immunological mechanisms in allergic lung inflammation.

• B.S., Biological Sciences, University of Maryland Baltimore County (2006, Magna Cum Laude)
• MD/PhD, University of Maryland School of Medicine (2013, MSTP Program)

Dorsey's research investigates the molecular regulation of allergic lung inflammation, particularly through STAT6 signaling and alternative macrophage activation. His clinical work emphasizes regional anesthetic techniques and trauma resuscitation.

His peer-reviewed publications highlight advancements in understanding cytokine receptor complexes, respiratory monitoring technology, and immunomodulatory mechanisms. Awards include Phi Kappa Phi honors and grants from Merck-UNCF and AAAAI.

• 2005: Phi Kappa Phi Honor Society
• 2006: Phi Beta Kappa Honor Society
• 2012: Merck-UNCF Graduate Science Research Grant
• 2012: AAAAI Domestic Fellow-in-Training Travel Grant