6510 Kenilworth Ave. Suite 2300
Riverdale, MD 20737 US
7610 Carroll Ave. Suite 380
Takoma Park, MD 20912 US
Osteomyelitis (an infection of the bone) can be caused by a variety of microbial agents (bacteria, fungus), the most common of which is staphylococcus aureus.
This serious infection can occur from a number of sources:
• It may enter bone through an injury, such as an open fracture with the bone ends piercing the skin.
• It can spread from elsewhere in the body or through the bloodstream.
• It can result from a chronic foot wound or infection, such as a diabetic ulcer.
To diagnose the condition, the foot and ankle surgeon will examine the area and may order blood tests and x-rays or other imaging studies. Treatment options include surgery and antibiotic therapy.
Takoma Park Location
Monday:
1:00 pm-5:00 pm
Tuesday:
Closed
Wednesday:
9:00 am-4:00 pm
Thursday:
9:00 am-12:00 pm
Friday:
Closed
Saturday:
9:00 am-12:00 pm (Every other Saturday)
Sunday:
Closed
Riverdale Location
Monday:
Closed
Tuesday:
9:00 am-4:00 pm
Wednesday:
Closed
Thursday:
1:30 pm-4:00 pm
Friday:
10:00 am-4:00 pm
Saturday:
Closed
Sunday:
Closed