WOUND CARE & LIMB SALVAGE
Advanced wound care in Rockville, MD
Fellowship-trained at Johns Hopkins in diabetic limb salvage and wound care, Dr. Lakner provides coordinated, advanced care to heal wounds and keep you on your feet.
SPECIALIZED CARE
Healing wounds, protecting limbs
Diabetic foot wounds and ulcers caused by poor circulation or peripheral vascular disease require specialized treatment to prevent infection, hospitalization, or even amputation. Advanced diabetic wound care focuses on improving healing through proper wound cleaning, removal of damaged tissue, advanced dressings, pressure offloading, and coordination with vascular specialists when needed. Early treatment from a podiatrist in Rockville, MD is essential to protect long-term foot health. At Rockville Podiatry, Dr. Lakner provides advanced diabetic foot care and wound treatment while developing a personalized plan to help patients heal properly, avoid complications, and return to a comfortable, active lifestyle.
WOUNDS WE TREAT
Comprehensive care for every type of foot wound
Diabetic Foot Ulcers
Open sores caused by neuropathy, pressure, and poor circulation, often on the bottom of the foot.
Arterial Wounds (PAD)
Slow-healing wounds caused by narrowed arteries and reduced blood flow to the feet.
Venous Wounds
Wounds related to poor blood return from the legs, often with swelling and skin changes.
Pressure Injuries
Skin breakdown from prolonged pressure, poorly fitting shoes, or limited mobility.
Non-Healing Surgical Wounds
Incisions or surgical sites that aren't closing as expected.
Traumatic Wounds & Infections
Cuts, punctures, and blisters that have become infected or won't heal.
OUR APPROACH
A clear plan from first visit to full recovery
Evaluate
A thorough wound assessment, circulation evaluation, and in-house digital X-ray when needed to check for bone involvement.
Heal
Debridement, advanced dressings, infection control, and advanced wound therapies, including skin substitutes.
Offload
Pressure relief with offloading boots, padding, and footwear changes so the wound can close.
Prevent
Diabetic shoes, custom orthotics, routine at-risk foot care, and education to help prevent wounds from returning.
Wound healing is a team effort. Dr. Lakner coordinates closely with vascular surgery, primary care, endocrinology, and other specialists so every part of your care works together.
DON'T WAIT
When to call us right away
If you have diabetes, neuropathy, or poor circulation, small problems can become serious quickly. Call (301) 762-4636 if you notice:
- Any new open sore, blister, or cut that isn't healing
- Redness, swelling, or warmth around a wound
- Drainage, pus, or an unusual odor
- Darkening or color change of the skin or toes
- A wound you can't see or reach well, especially with neuropathy
Go to the emergency room if a foot wound comes with fever or chills, rapidly spreading redness, or a cold, pale, or blue foot.
COMMON QUESTIONS
What causes diabetic foot ulcers?
Diabetic ulcers often develop due to poor circulation, nerve damage (neuropathy), and pressure on certain areas of the foot. Small injuries may go unnoticed and develop into open wounds.
How are diabetic foot wounds treated?
Treatment may include wound cleaning, removal of damaged tissue, specialized dressings, pressure offloading, and infection control. Early treatment greatly improves healing outcomes.
When should a diabetic see a podiatrist for a wound?
Any open sore, redness, swelling, or drainage on the foot should be evaluated by a podiatrist immediately.
Can diabetic foot ulcers heal?
Yes. With proper treatment and pressure relief, many diabetic wounds can heal successfully.