4.8
45 Ratings with 32 written Reviews
Summary
Christopher E. Attinger, MD, is a board certified plastic surgeon, located at MedStar Georgetown University Hospital location. Dr. Attinger is the Director of the Center for Wound Healing and a Professor for our MedStar Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery Department.His experience during his two tours of duty in the Vietnam War led Dr. Attinger to his career in medicine. The complexity and challenges of healing wounds while preserving function is the key to his continued focus within reconstructive surgery and wound care.As a wound care specialist and surgeon, he focuses on using limb-saving techniques and amputation to allow patients to take full advantage of their physical capabilities.He leads a team that specializes in preventing and treating lower extremity complications caused by trauma, vascular disease, and Diabetes.
Quick Facts
- accepting new patients
- 45 years of experience
- 38 insurance plans accepted
- speaks English
- HAND & MICROSURGERY, Beasely Hand Fellowship, NYU, NY, NY USA
- 32 written reviews
- 1 award
- 1 specialty
- 7 areas of expertise
- 1 board certification
- 1 hospital affiliation
- 1 office location
- Male
Patients’ Perspective
- Gave an accurate diagnosis
- Had a good bedside manner
- Spent time with me
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Office Location
MedStar Health Plastic Surgery at MedStar Georgetown University Hospital
3800 Reservoir Road NW BLES Building, 1st. FloorWashington, DC 20007 Tel: (202) 444-8752
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Christopher Ernst Attinger
Medical Specialties
Christopher Ernst Attinger has the following specialty
Specialty Expertise
Christopher Ernst Attinger has the following 7 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
45 Years Experience
Christopher Ernst Attinger holds an active medical license in the state of District Of Columbia. They are board certified in Plastic Surgery by the American Board of Plastic Surgery.
Board Certifications
Board certified in Plastic Surgery by the American Board of Plastic Surgery.
Medical License
Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of District Of Columbia that expires in 2027.
Education & Training
Fellowship
Completed their fellowship at HAND & MICROSURGERY, Beasely Hand Fellowship, NYU, NY, NY USA in 1990, PLASTIC SURGERY, NYU Plastic Surgery Residency, NY, NY USA in 1989, VASCULAR SURGERY, Homan Vascular Fellowhip, Harvard University, BOSTON, MASS USA in 1987, and Brigham and Women's Hospital in 1987.
Residency
Completed their residency at Brigham and Women's Hospital, Brigham and Women`s Hospital, Boston, MA, Surgery, New York University - Bellevue Hospital, New York, NY, New York University - Bellevue Hospital, New York, NY, Plastic Surgery, Surgery of the Hand, PLASTIC SURGERY, NYU Plastic Surgery Residency, NY, NY USA in 1989, Brigham and Women's Hospital in 1986, Brigham and Women's Hospital in 1982, and GENERAL SURGERY, Brigham & Womens' Hospital, BOSTON, MASS USA in 1981.
Medical School
Graduated from Yale University School of Medicine in 1981.
NPI Number
Christopher Ernst Attinger's NPI number is 1710985825.
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- Christopher Attinger's office is located at 3800 Reservoir Road NW BLES Building, 1st. Floor, Washington, DC, 20007.
- Which hospitals is Christopher Attinger affiliated with?
- Christopher Attinger is affiliated with Medstar Georgetown University Hospital.
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