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Wound Healing

If you are one of the nearly five million Americans with a chronic, non-healing wound,
Inova can help you


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Call 703-664-8025 to make an appointment or to talk with us about symptoms and treatment options.

Inova Dorothea R. Fisher Wound Healing Center is the Washington, DC, area's first specialized resource for treatment of sores and wounds that will not heal, including foot ulcers associated with diabetes, non-healing surgical wounds and other ulcerations.


Treatment is now available at three locations

A third new convenient location means the customized, expert treatment of Inova Wound Healing Center is available to you at several Northern Virginia Inova facilities: Inova Mount Vernon Hospital, Inova Fair Oaks Hospital, and the most recent addition near Inova Fairfax Hospital in Annandale.

Welcome to the newest expert team of specialists at the Annandale location (pictured left to right), Robert Hallivis, DPM; Bill Bartow, PA-C, CWS, CHT; and Vineet Mehan, MD.

State-of-the-art hyperbaric oxygen therapy (HBO), especially helpful in treating certain wounds and conditions, is available at Inova Mount Vernon Hospital.

What is a non-healing wound?

In general, a non-healing or chronic wound is one that shows little or no improvement after four weeks or does not heal in eight weeks, including: 

  • Foot ulcers and sores
  • A complicated surgical wound
  • Wounds that repeatedly break down
  • Venous related ulcerations

Note: If you have diabetes, any foot ulcer or sore should be seen immediately by a physician. Learn more about the Wound Healing Center's services for people with diabetes 

Why should I be concerned about a non-healing wound?

Infection is a real risk with a chronic wound. Our bodies normally fight off the bacteria that live naturally on our skin and in the environment. But an ulcer or wound that won't heal increases the chance of infection, which can lead to serious consequences, such as loss of a limb.

Learn more about symptoms of non-healing wounds 


patient and physicianInova Wound Healing Center has the right treatment for you

Each of our patients receives our expert attention and customized care. We tailor our treatment program to your specific needs, because each person's situation is unique.

As part of your evaluation, you will receive:

  • Comprehensive consultation with a wound healing specialist
  • Thorough assessment of your wound, including measurement and a digital photograph
  • A customized treatment plan with a multispecialty approach to promote maximum healing
  • Complete education and instructions on how to care for your wound at home between visits

Learn more about the specialized treatments we offer for non-healing wounds