Earl L. Wilson

Earl L. Wilson serves as Assistant Professor and Division Chief of Regional Anesthesiology and Acute Pain Medicine within the Department of Anesthesiology at the University of Maryland School of Medicine. His clinical leadership focuses on advancing regional anesthesia techniques and acute pain management protocols.

His educational journey includes:

• B.S. in Animal Science with Environmental Studies citation (University of Maryland, College Park, 2005)
• M.D. (Pennsylvania State University College of Medicine, 2009)
• Categorical Internship (University of Maryland, 2009-2010)
• Anesthesiology Residency (University of Maryland, 2010-2013)
• Fellowship in Regional and Ambulatory Surgery (Duke University, 2013-2014)

Dr. Wilson's research centers on ultrasound-guided nerve blocks, opioid-sparing analgesia, and enhanced recovery pathways for ambulatory surgical patients. His clinical innovations particularly target improving pain control while reducing hospital stays for orthopedic and general surgery patients.

As Division Chief since 2014, he directs clinical operations and educational initiatives for regional anesthesia services at the University of Maryland Medical Center. His administrative role encompasses developing standardized protocols for acute pain management across surgical specialties and mentoring junior faculty in regional anesthesia techniques.