Richard Wilkerson

Dr. Richard Wilkerson is an Associate Professor in the Department of Emergency Medicine at the University of Maryland School of Medicine. He is a board-certified Emergency Medicine clinician with a focus on clinical research and industry-funded studies, including therapeutic medications and innovative medical procedures.

• University of Florida - Bachelor of Science in Microbiology and Cell Science (1996)
• University of Miami School of Medicine - Doctorate in Medicine (2004)
• SUNY-Downstate/Kings County - Emergency Medicine Residency (2008)

Dr. Wilkerson's research spans Sickle Cell Disease, Angioedema, Opioid Addiction, Cardiology, and Medical Devices. His work includes developing evidence-based protocols for conditions like ACE-inhibitor angioedema and vaso-occlusive episodes, as well as optimizing diagnostic tools such as ultrasound and high-sensitivity troponin assays.

Recent publications highlight his contributions to emergency medical devices (e.g., ultrasound-guided gastrostomy), opioid epidemic management, and health disparities in cardiac testing. His research emphasizes cost efficiency, patient safety, and rapid diagnostic implementation.

• 2019 Maryland ACEP Clinician of the Year
• 2018 Top Reviewer - American Journal of Emergency Medicine
• 2017 Western Journal of Emergency Medicine Distinguished Reviewer
• 2017 Western Journal of Emergency Medicine Distinguished Section Editor
• 2016 National Emergency Medicine Foundation Scholar
• 2014-15 Outstanding Teacher Award, Univ. of Maryland Emergency Medicine Residency

Dr. Wilkerson has led research teams at the University of South Florida (2010-2012) and University of Maryland (since 2012), establishing infrastructure for multi-study clinical trials. His work integrates collaboration across departments and institutions, ensuring rigorous, high-impact outcomes.