Daniel Scott Powell, MD

Provider is directly employed by MedStar Health

Daniel Powell, MD, is a board-certified psychiatrist with a subspecialty in consultation-liaison psychiatry at MedStar Georgetown University Hospital. Based on-site at the Wound Care Center, he works directly with the limb salvage team as the designated mental health professional for their patients, seeing patients both in the hospital and in the outpatient setting. Additionally, he sees patients referred from the general psychiatry clinic.

Dr. Powell treats the full spectrum of mental health conditions, with a special focus on patients living with chronic medical illnesses and co-occurring mood and anxiety disorders. His approach begins with a comprehensive evaluation that explores both physical and mental symptoms, along with background information, in order to develop a holistic understanding of the individual and their needs. He then discusses personalized treatment options, including medication, psychotherapy, or a combination of approaches. While medication can be an important tool, Dr. Powell recognizes that for some patients, adding another medication may not align with their goals or best interests, and medication is never a requirement for receiving care from him. For patients pursuing psychotherapy, he helps identify the most appropriate therapeutic approaches and supports them in finding ongoing care resources.

Before obtaining his medical degree at Georgetown University School of Medicine, Dr. Powell completed a Postbaccalaureate Research Fellowship at the National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH) in Bethesda, where he developed an interest in caring for sick populations who had co-occurring mental health conditions. He completed his psychiatry residency at MedStar Georgetown University Hospital, serving as Chief Resident, followed by a fellowship in consultation-liaison psychiatry through MedStar Georgetown University Hospital and NIMH. During his fellowship, Dr. Powell began working with the wound care team, building relationships that contributed to his current position.

He is an active member of the American Psychiatric Association and the Academy of Consultation-Liaison Psychiatry.

Philosophy of Care

“Listening to and getting to know my patients is my first priority. Only after developing a deep, holistic picture of their symptoms, family life, and background can we discuss what treatments may be the most beneficial. I specialize in patients with ongoing medical issues as well as mental health concerns, so I understand the unique challenges of dealing with both physical and mental health symptoms.”