Our Baltimore surgical practice is committed to treating those who suffer from peripheral nerve injuries, entrapments, chronic pain or dysfunction.
Dr. Williams is board certified in General Surgery as well as Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery. After his fellowship, Dr. Williams was employed by The Dellon Institute for Peripheral Nerve Surgery for two additional years, until he became a full partner at The Dellon Institute in Baltimore, Maryland in 2010 dedicating the majority of his time to caring for the nerve injured patient.
07/30/2025
👣 Feel like you're walking on a marble?
That could be Morton’s Neuroma — a painful nerve compression in your foot. Dr. Eric Williams, a leading pain-focused peripheral nerve surgeon in Baltimore, explains the symptoms and how specialized surgery can help you walk pain-free again. 🙌
🎯 80–85% success rate
⚙️ Nerve decompression or removal
đźš« How to avoid stump neuroma
Take the first step toward lasting relief.
07/17/2025
🔥 Years of crippling leg pain, hypersensitivity, and muscle loss nearly sidelined Alex’s life—until a powerful surgical solution turned everything around.
Referred by the legendary Dr. Lee Dellon, Alex was treated by Dr. Eric H. Williams, Dellon’s mentee-turned-partner. In a full-circle moment, Dr. Williams used a technique he once taught back to his own mentor to help Alex walk—and fence—again.
🦶 Diagnosis: Saphenous, Common Peroneal, and Tibial Nerve Entrapment
🔍 Treatment: Multi-site decompression surgery
âś… Result: 98% pain-free, off meds, and back to competitive fencing
🙌 “God gets the glory. I’m honored to play a part in Alex’s healing,” says Dr. Williams.
This is more than a surgery—it’s a powerful testimony of mentorship, innovation, and hope.
📍 Dr. Eric H. Williams – Peripheral Nerve Surgeon
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07/09/2025
After years of suffering from debilitating leg pain, numbness, and hypersensitivity, Alex is now 98% pain-free—and back to fencing—thanks to advanced nerve surgery by Dr. Eric H. Williams.
Once a mentee of legendary surgeon Dr. Lee Dellon, Dr. Williams now carries the torch, restoring lives through expert care and compassion.
🦵 Diagnosis: Saphenous, Common Peroneal & Tibial Nerve Entrapments
đź”§ Treatment: Multi-site Nerve Decompression
âś… Outcome: Off pain meds, back to sports, nearly pain-free
🙌 “God gets the glory. I'm just grateful to play a part in Alex’s healing,” says Dr. Williams.
After 28 years of sciatic pain, she’s finally pain-free thanks to Dr. Eric Williams’ nerve surgery miracle!
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06/11/2025
If you've suddenly lost the ability to lift or move your foot outward, you may be experiencing foot drop—a condition that requires urgent medical evaluation.
In this video, Dr. Eric H. Williams, a pain-focused peripheral nerve surgeon, explains what to do if you develop foot drop, including which doctors to see, what tests may be ordered (MRI, EMG), and how fast you should act, especially after surgery or trauma.
👉 Learn how to navigate your symptoms and find the right specialist fast to maximize your chance of recovery.
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📍 Dr. Eric H. Williams, MD
Pain-Focused Peripheral Nerve Surgeon
Baltimore, MD
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06/02/2025
Kathleen developed buttock and leg pain during her first pregnancy. It never went away.
For nearly three decades, she tried everything—MRIs, injections, endless doctor visits—but no one could solve the problem.
Then her husband found Dr. Eric Williams, a pain-focused peripheral nerve surgeon who discovered that her pain wasn't coming from her spine, but from a muscle compressing her sciatic nerve.
💬 “I used to be at a 9 or 10 pain level. Now it’s a 1 or 2. It’s a miracle.”
đź’Ą She was even walking and grocery shopping the very next day.
If you’ve been told “nothing is wrong” with your spine but still suffer from sciatic pain, this might be your answer.
🎥 Watch the full story now.
📍 Procedure: Piriformis Syndrome Surgery
👨‍⚕️ Surgeon: Dr. Eric Williams
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05/08/2025
🔥 From Debilitating Pain to Life-Changing Relief 🔥
After a major ankle reconstruction in Dec 2022, Heather was left with relentless nerve pain—burning, electric shocks, and the inability to walk or even wear shoes. 💥
That all changed when she found Dr. Eric Williams, a leading peripheral nerve surgeon specializing in pain-focused procedures. In just one surgery, he addressed multiple damaged nerves—and now, just 10 months later, Heather is 90% better.
💬 “No more shocks. No more pain. I finally have my life back.”
🎥 Watch her powerful journey and discover how targeted nerve surgery can transform lives.
⏱ Timestamps:
0:00 – Heather’s story
0:33 – Nerve damage explained
1:30 – Life before surgery
2:10 – Surgical details
3:10 – Results & recovery
04/09/2025
"It felt like a burning curling iron on my thigh… I felt like an animal ready to escape its misery."
For years, Victoria battled excruciating thigh pain that no one could explain. The relentless burning and stabbing sensations in the front of her leg made everyday life unbearable. She tried medications, physical therapy, and even inpatient pain management, but nothing worked.
Then she met Dr. Eric Williams, a peripheral nerve surgeon who finally gave her answers. He diagnosed her with meralgia paresthetica, a condition caused by compression of the lateral femoral cutaneous nerve. Through a targeted surgical procedure to remove the damaged nerve, Dr. Williams gave Victoria her life back.
Now, she's pain-free and filled with hope—and she’s sharing her story to help others still searching for relief.
🎥 Watch her journey and learn more about the symptoms, causes, and surgical treatment options for meralgia paresthetica. Real pain. Real hope. Real healing.
03/06/2025
How to Do a Self Exam for Deep Peroneal Nerve Compression | Dr. Eric Williams Demonstration
In this video, Dr. Eric Williams, a pain-focused peripheral nerve surgeon, demonstrates how to perform a self-exam for deep peroneal nerve compression. If you're experiencing foot pain, numbness, or tingling, this simple self-assessment can help you identify potential nerve issues. Dr. Williams walks you through the process step-by-step, explains key symptoms to look for, and provides valuable tips on managing or seeking further treatment.
If you suspect nerve compression or have been dealing with discomfort in your foot or leg, this video can be an essential resource for identifying the issue early. Dr. Williams also specializes in relieving the pain of deep peroneal nerve compression with a simple, minimally invasive outpatient procedure—helping you get back to a pain-free life.
Always consult with a healthcare professional for a full diagnosis and personalized advice.
Timestamps:
0:00 - Introduction
1:15 - What is Deep Peroneal Nerve Compression?
2:00 - Key Symptoms to Look For
3:30 - Step-by-Step Self Exam Guide by Dr. Eric Williams
5:45 - Tips for Managing Symptoms
7:00 - When to See a Doctor
8:00 - How Dr. Williams Can Help with Outpatient Treatment
02/13/2025
Dr. Williams teaches an essential and straightforward self-examination technique that helps detect compression of the superficial peroneal nerve. This nerve is vital for proper foot movement, and compression can result in discomfort or weakness in your lower leg and foot.
In this informative video, he walks you through a detailed step-by-step process to easily perform a self-exam, allowing you to identify any early signs of nerve compression. Don’t ignore symptoms like tingling, numbness, or weakness around your ankle or foot—watch now to empower yourself with the knowledge to take control of your nerve health!
01/29/2025
Alex suffered for years with pain and numbness in his left leg, ankle, and foot. Doctors could not effectively treat his pain, and he was diagnosed with Complex Regional Pain Syndrome (CRPS).
Then he found Dr. Lee Dellon and Dr. Eric Williams, pain-focused peripheral nerve surgeons.
Dr. Williams decompressed nerves and eliminated his pain.
Now Alex is pain-free and enjoying his teen years.
Watch this video and learn more about reliving chronic pain conditions previously considered untreatable.
01/09/2025
Dr. Eric Williams explains the primary symptoms and pain location for Meralgia Paresthetica, compression of the Lateral Femoral Cutaneous Nerve.
Patients typically have tingling on the outside of the thigh.
He also explains how to perform a self-exam to determine if a patient has Meralgia Paresthetica.
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Dr. Williams is board certified in Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery with the American Board of Plastic Surgeons. After his fellowship, Dr. Williams was employed by The Dellon Institute for Peripheral Nerve Surgery for two additional years, until he became a full partner at The Dellon Institute in Baltimore, Maryland in 2010 dedicating the majority of his time to caring for the nerve injured patient.
His focus since 2007 has been centered on the surgical care and rehabilitation of lower extremity and upper extremity complex peripheral nerve syndromes with an emphasis in nerve injury, entrapment, and chronic regional pain syndromes, and diabetic peripheral neuropathy. Other areas of interest and expertise include groin pain, knee pain after knee replacement, intercostal nerve injury, and migraine headaches.
He has independently developed procedures to improve the sensation, pain, and muscle function in the lower extremity, and has been part of a team that has helped describe many other advancements in peripheral nerve surgery and peripheral nerve imaging. He has written and is a co-author on many publications in the field.
While working in private practice, he is an Assistant Professor of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery at Johns Hopkins University Medical Center in Baltimore, Maryland, and works closely with the Musculoskeletal Radiology Division to help improve the diagnostic capabilities of Magnetic Resonance Imaging of the peripheral nerve (MR Neurography).
Services Dr. Williams Provides
Nerve Decompression
Nerve Reconstruction
Post Surgical Pain
Post Traumatic Pain/Dysfunction
Neuroma Resection
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