Brittney Williams

Brittney Williams, MD is an Associate Professor in the Department of Anesthesiology at the University of Maryland School of Medicine, specializing in cardiothoracic anesthesiology and coagulation disorders. She holds primary appointments in anesthesiology with clinical practice at University of Maryland Medical Center (UMMC).

Education:

• B.S. in Biology, The American University (2003-2007)
• M.D., State University of New York, Upstate Medical University (2007-2011)
• Internship, University of Maryland Medical Center (2011-2012)
• Residency, Department of Anesthesiology, UMMC (2012-2015)
• Fellowship in Cardiothoracic Anesthesiology, UMMC (2015-2016)

Dr. Williams' research focuses on cardiopulmonary bypass-associated coagulopathy and sepsis-induced coagulopathy, with emphasis on extracellular RNA signaling, TLR7-mediated platelet activation, and xenotransplantation coagulation management. Her work bridges molecular immunology and clinical anesthesiology, particularly in trauma and cardiac surgery contexts. Recent publications demonstrate expertise in perioperative coagulation dynamics, extracorporeal membrane oxygenation complications, and sepsis pathophysiology.

Scientific Recognition:

• 2015 Dripps Awards Recipient, UMSOM
• 2018 Kosaka Best of Meeting Abstract Award (IARS Annual Meeting)
• 2019 Best Basic Science Abstract, UMSOM Anesthesiology Spring Research Retreat

Dr. Williams serves as Principal Investigator on multiple NIH-funded grants investigating miRNA-TLR7 signaling in sepsis-induced coagulopathy. She actively mentors research fellows and contributes to national committees including the Society of Cardiovascular Anesthesiologists' Cardiovascular Outcomes Research group and the International Collaboration for Transfusion Medicine. Her clinical leadership extends to UMMC's Education and Research Committees, where she shapes departmental academic initiatives and promotes diversity through the Inclusion, Diversity, Equity and Antiracism Taskforce.