Charles Edwards, M.D.

Charles Edwards, M.D.

Charles C. Edwards, M.D., is one of the nation’s leading experts on spinal surgery and an innovator in developing successful surgical techniques. He founded The Maryland Spine Center at Mercy and remains active with them as a surgical consultant.

Trusted Advisor and Mentor for Complex Spinal Surgery

Dr. Edwards works closely with his colleagues, including his son, Dr. Charles Edwards II, who is the current director of The Maryland Spine Center at Mercy. Together, they tackle the most complex spinal deformities to help patients find relief. Dr. Edwards helps Mercy’s spine specialists expand their expertise, collaborating with them on treatment plan development and surgical strategy.

Renowned Researcher, Author and Innovator

Dr. Edwards dedicated his career to extensive research and development of spinal surgery techniques. He has 19 medical patents to his credit and has documented his groundbreaking research in more than 150 textbook chapters and medical journal articles. Additionally, he has presented at more than 300 national and regional meetings for medical associations and universities.

Education & Fellowships

• Residency – Yale-New Haven Hospital – New Haven, CT
• Internship – Yale-New Haven Hospital – New Haven, CT
• Medical Degree – University of Maryland School of Medicine – Baltimore, MD

Associations & Memberships

• Orthopedic Trauma Association, Past President
• Spinal Fixation Study Group, Past Director
• Scoliosis Research Society
• American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons
• North American Spine Society
• American Board of Orthopedic Surgery
• Yale Orthopedic Society
• Maryland Orthopedic Society
• Maryland Surgical Society
• Orthopedic Research Society
• Cervical Spine Research Society
• International Society for Fracture Repair