Dr. Katherine B Auerswald, MD

Dr. Katherine Auerswald is an internal medicine physician who brings nearly three decades of medical expertise to patient care. She earned her medical degree from Yale University School of Medicine and completed her residency training at the University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics. With 28 years of experience in internal medicine, Dr. Auerswald has developed comprehensive skills in managing a wide range of adult health conditions. She provides care in English to ensure clear communication with her patients.

Dr. Auerswald practices at Washington DC VA Medical Center in Washington, DC, where she focuses on helping patients manage complex health issues including back pain conditions. She treats back pain in adults, pregnant women, and younger patients, offering a thoughtful approach to pain management across different age groups. Her treatment options include physical therapy guidance, medial branch blocks for targeted pain relief, and medial branch neurotomy procedures when appropriate …for long-term pain management.