Wound care in Carrollton, TX
Specialist wound care for Carrollton patients
Carrollton sits at the seam between Dallas County's higher diabetes burden and the more affluent, lower-prevalence Collin County suburbs to the north. That mix produces a wide wound care caseload, and Dr. Hina Rizvi, M.D, C.W.S, serves Carrollton patients from her Plano clinic — about 20 minutes east via I-635 and the Tollway. Same-day specialist access without a referral is particularly valuable here, where many patients hold high-deductible commercial plans and want to avoid the hospital outpatient facility fee.
Local information page · Updated 2026-05-16
Why specialty wound care matters in Carrollton
Carrollton's population is approximately 145,000 per the U.S. Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey, with a median age near 37 and median household income around $63,000 — middle-income compared with the Collin County suburbs. Because Carrollton is primarily in Dallas County (with portions extending into Denton and Collin), CDC BRFSS surveillance places its county-level diabetes prevalence near 11%, notably higher than the 8% Collin County figure. The senior 65+ share is rising past 11%, reflecting an established residential community with aging-in-place trends. Clinically, this produces a steady mix of metabolic wounds — diabetic foot ulcers and diabetic infections — alongside chronic venous and post-surgical wounds in older residents. Insurance coverage in Carrollton skews toward commercial PPOs and HMOs with growing Medicare volume, making the no-facility-fee, no-referral access model especially well-suited.
- Population
- ~142,000–149,000
- U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2023
- Diabetes prevalence (Dallas County)
- ~11%
- CDC BRFSS 2022–2023 (county-level)
- Drive time to clinic
- 18–25 min
- Off-peak via I-635 / Dallas North Tollway
For Carrollton patients
Why Patients Choose Dr. Rizvi
- Shorter drive than Methodist Dallas or UT Southwestern wound centers for Carrollton residents — ~20 minutes via I-635 and the Tollway
- No referral required — Baylor Scott & White Carrollton and Presbyterian Hospital of Dallas wound services typically require referral and longer scheduling waits
- No facility fee — meaningful savings for Carrollton patients on high-deductible commercial plans and traditional Medicare
- Board-certified wound care specialist (American Board of Wound Management) — uncommon in Carrollton-area primary care
- Spanish-language consultations directly with Dr. Rizvi for Carrollton's Hispanic patient population
What care often looks like in Carrollton
A Carrollton patient managing diabetes on a demanding schedule develops a foot wound and delays care. By the time it is seen it is infected, and culture-directed treatment and debridement still resolve it without hospitalization. An earlier evaluation would have made it a far shorter, simpler course.
Illustrative example, not a specific patient. Every wound is evaluated individually.
Most common in Carrollton
Conditions We Treat From This Area
Diabetic Foot Ulcer Care
Carrollton's Dallas County diabetes prevalence (~11%) drives steady diabetic foot ulcer demand; early intervention prevents the amputation cascade.
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Diabetic Wound Infection Treatment
Infected diabetic wounds present frequently in Carrollton; on-site culture-directed antibiotics and debridement avoid most hospital admissions.
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Gangrene & Limb-Threat Care
When ischemic tissue presents, fast specialist evaluation and vascular coordination are critical to limb salvage in Carrollton's mid-burden diabetic population.
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Getting to the clinic from Carrollton
From Carrollton, take I-635 east to the Dallas North Tollway northbound, exit at Legacy Drive or Park Boulevard, and continue to Preston Road and San Jacinto Place. Off-peak runs 18–22 minutes; weekday rush adds 3–5 minutes.
Clinic address: 7709 San Jacinto Place, Suite 100, Plano, TX 75024 · (972-491-1200)
Major medical facilities serving Carrollton
- Baylor Scott & White Carrollton
- Presbyterian Hospital of Dallas — ~4 mi
- Carrollton Medical Center
Neighborhoods We See Patients From
Downtown Carrollton · Josey Ranch · VillageWalk · Kiest Boulevard area · Carrollton Central
ZIP codes covered: 75006, 75007, 75010
For referring physicians in Carrollton
Primary care, podiatry, and specialty practices in Carrollton can refer patients directly. Fax referrals to 469-208-4641 or call 972-491-1200. It helps to include the wound location and duration, any relevant imaging or culture results, and the patient's diabetic or vascular history. Dr. Rizvi coordinates care directly with the referring clinician and reports back after evaluation. No referral is required for patients who wish to self-schedule.
People Also Ask
Wound care in Carrollton — common questions
How long is the drive from Carrollton (75006/75007/75010) to the Plano clinic?
Most Carrollton patients arrive in 18–25 minutes via I-635 east and the Dallas North Tollway northbound. Off-peak drives are closer to 18–20 minutes.
I have a high-deductible plan — how much will an initial wound care visit cost out of pocket?
Because there's no facility fee, Carrollton patients on high-deductible plans typically pay only the standard specialist office visit allowable. Call (972) 491-1200 with your plan information for an exact estimate before your first visit.
Can Dr. Rizvi see me if I'm already being treated at Baylor Scott & White Carrollton?
Yes. You're free to see a wound care specialist directly without ending your existing care. Dr. Rizvi will coordinate with your primary or surgical team and can take over outpatient wound management.
¿Atiende en español? Do you offer appointments in Spanish?
Sí. Dr. Rizvi habla español directamente con sus pacientes de Carrollton — sin traductor. Especialmente útil para pacientes con diabetes que necesitan instrucciones claras sobre el cuidado del pie.
General information, not medical advice. This page describes the practice and the area we serve. It is not a substitute for an in-person evaluation by a qualified clinician familiar with your individual history. For urgent or worsening wounds, seek in-person care or call 911. Please do not send protected health information (photos, records, diagnoses) through unencrypted email or web forms; call the clinic directly to discuss your situation.
Nearby cities we serve
Dr. Rizvi sees wound-care patients from across north and central DFW. Other cities near Carrollton:
Ready to be seen — Carrollton, TX
Same-day and next-day appointments. No referral needed. Call (972) 491-1200 or request a visit online.