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Welcome to the Wound Healing Institute at MedStar Georgetown University Hospital
Preventing and managing complex wounds with a comprehensive, specialized approach.
MedStar Health's Wound Healing Institute at MedStar Georgetown University Hospital offers the most advanced wound care for complex or chronic sores, ulcers, and infections. Our comprehensive services range from diabetes education and wound prevention to sophisticated reconstructive surgeries that prevent limb loss. We also have experts in hyperbaric medicine, and we're the only hyperbaric oxygen therapy program accredited by the Undersea and Hyperbaric Medical Society in Washington, D.C.
Our internally-known wound healing experts include specialists in plastic, podiatric, vascular, and reconstructive surgery as well as endocrinology, infectious disease, rheumatology, and internal medicine. Our nurses, advanced practice providers, and doctors are all committed to one thing—helping you to resume work, life, and your favorite activities.
Conditions we treat
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Acute or chronic wounds
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Atypical ulcers related to auto-immune disorders
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Arterial and venous ulcers
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Bone infections (Chronic refractory osteomyelitis)
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Late effects of cancer treatment
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Minor burns
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Neuropathy
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Post-operative infections
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Pressure ulcers
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Primary lymphedema
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Slow or non-healing surgical wounds
In addition to wounds, our podiatrists also evaluate and treat patients with foot and ankle conditions within the clinic, including:
Services
Our facility
Our Wound Healing Institute in Washington, D.C., is located on the first floor of MedStar Georgetown University Hospital, an academic medical center. Because we're located inside the hospital, it's easy and convenient to access any other diagnostic or support services you may need within the same building, such as bloodwork or imaging.
Inside our clinic, you'll find:
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11 exam rooms where your wound experts will perform a thorough evaluation and consultation
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Radiology services, including X-rays, in the event we need to learn additional information about your condition
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The only hyperbaric medicine program in Washington, D.C., accredited with distinction by the Undersea and Hyperbaric Medical Society
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Access to doctors, nurses, and advanced practice providers with specialization in podiatric surgery, plastic and reconstructive surgery, vascular surgery, hyperbaric medicine, endocrinology, internal medicine, rheumatology, and more
Our providers
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Christopher Ernst Attinger, MD
Wound Care, Limb Lengthening And Reconstructive Surgery, Reconstructive Plastic Surgery & Surgical Wound Care
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Jayson Nicholas Atves, DPM
Foot And Ankle Surgery & Podiatry
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Karen Kim Evans, MD
Microvascular Plastic Surgery, Surgical Wound Care, Limb Lengthening And Reconstructive Surgery & Plastic Surgery
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Kelly Krisna Johnson-Arbor, MD
Medical Toxicology & Undersea And Hyperbaric Medicine
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John Steven Steinberg, DPM
Surgical Wound Care, Podiatry & Foot And Ankle Surgery
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Why choose the Wound Healing Institute at MedStar Health?
We provide rapid consultation for the complete range of wound services. Whatever your needs are, we have specialists with advanced training and experience in addressing your unique medical concerns. Our institute is composed of collaborative specialists who are experts in their respective field, from endocrinology (diabetes care) to podiatry, plastic surgery, and vascular surgery. We also have in-house experts in prosthetics and orthotics so you can get custom fittings onsite. And because we're a member of MedStar Health, we can easily refer you to any other specialists you may need, like highly-rated physical therapists and rehabilitation experts.
We are one one of the most experienced, surgically-based wound care teams in the United States, leading to a high limb-saving success rate. Our surgeons evaluate and treat more than 20,000 patients every year. When nonsurgical approaches don't result in complete healing, our patients benefit from seeing the same doctors who perform advanced limb-saving surgeries in our familiar office. In addition, we work closely with our colleagues at MedStar Health's Wound Healing Institute at MedStar Good Samaritan Hospital and MedStar Franklin Square Medical Center in Baltimore. Because all of these doctors and services are integrated into the same program, you can expect seamless, coordinated care for all of your needs.
Our experts are known internationally for their expertise in plastic, vascular, and podiatric reconstructive procedures. Our doctors regularly present on diabetic limb salvage surgery at lectures worldwide. In addition, they are actively involved in clinical research, publishing more than 50 wound-related papers and manuscripts each year. We're also teaching the next generation of plastic and podiatric surgeons, training more than 30 residents annually. Because we lead the latest research in healing techniques, we're equipped to handle the most complex cases that promote healing and your quality of life.
Recognition
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We're the only hyperbaric medicine program in the Washington, D.C. metro area, accredited with distinction by the Undersea and Hyperbaric Medical Society
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Our hospital regularly receives Magnet® recognition for Excellence in Nursing
Visiting the Center for Wound Healing
Ask us about a virtual consultation with one of our experts.
Hours of operation:
Monday to Friday:
8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
866-990-5515
Insurance
We participate with most major health insurance plans. Please contact your insurance company to make sure your plan is covered.
Contact us
If you are a patient or referring provider with questions, please call us at 202-444-9686.