Wound care in Dallas, TX
Specialist wound care for Dallas patients
Dallas is a 1.3-million-person city, and not all of it is a reasonable drive to a Plano wound care clinic. This page is written specifically for north-Dallas patients in 75230, 75240, 75248, 75252, and 75254 — Preston Hollow, Lake Highlands, and Far North Dallas — who can reach 7709 San Jacinto Place in 25 to 35 minutes. For these neighborhoods, Dr. Hina Rizvi, M.D, C.W.S offers something the closer-in Dallas hospital wound centers typically don't: same-day appointments without a referral, no facility fee, and direct access to a board-certified specialist.
Local information page · Updated 2026-05-16
Why specialty wound care matters in Dallas
Dallas County's diabetes burden is meaningfully higher than the Collin County suburbs to the north. CDC BRFSS surveillance places the county at roughly 11% prevalence, with city-of-Dallas estimates running 12–13%, driven in part by the city's socioeconomic and racial diversity — Hispanic and Black adults experience diabetes at significantly higher rates per ADA and CDC data. The U.S. Census Bureau's 2023 ACS reports a median age in Dallas of about 33 and median household income near $56,000 — but the north Dallas ZIPs this page targets (Preston Hollow at 75230, Far North Dallas at 75240/75248/75252/75254) skew older, more affluent, and more privately insured than the city as a whole, with senior 65+ shares above the city average and stronger commercial coverage. The clinical implication: this corridor produces meaningful demand for both metabolic wound care (diabetic foot ulcers, infections, gangrene) and chronic-disease wound care (venous, pressure, lymphedema). Dr. Rizvi's clinic is positioned at the natural northern endpoint of these patients' regular Tollway commute.
- Population (city)
- ~1,330,000–1,365,000
- U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2023
- Diabetes prevalence (Dallas County)
- ~11% county / ~12–13% city estimated
- CDC BRFSS 2022–2023
- Drive time to clinic (north Dallas ZIPs)
- 25–35 min
- 75230, 75240, 75248, 75252, 75254
For Dallas patients
Why Patients Choose Dr. Rizvi
- Shorter and more predictable than driving to UT Southwestern or Methodist Dallas — for 75230/75240/75248/75252/75254 patients, the Plano clinic is often the closest specialist option
- No referral required — Dallas hospital wound centers nearly always require a physician referral and 2–4 week scheduling lead times
- No facility fee — Dallas-area Medicare and commercial patients save the hospital outpatient surcharge applied at Parkland, UT Southwestern, and Methodist outpatient wound centers
- Board-certified wound care specialist (American Board of Wound Management) — direct, single-physician continuity instead of rotating residents and fellows
- Spanish-language consultations directly with Dr. Rizvi for north Dallas's Hispanic patients — particularly relevant for diabetic foot care and amputation-prevention discussions
What care often looks like in Dallas
A north Dallas patient from Preston Hollow with diabetes notices a non-healing wound on the foot. Rather than navigate a hospital wound center referral process and facility fees, they reach the Plano clinic in a half-hour Tollway drive, are seen the same week, and have debridement started right away.
Illustrative example, not a specific patient. Every wound is evaluated individually.
Most common in Dallas
Conditions We Treat From This Area
Diabetic Foot Ulcer Care
Dallas County's 11–13% diabetes prevalence drives high diabetic foot ulcer volume; early specialist care is the strongest amputation-prevention intervention.
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Diabetic Wound Infection Treatment
Late-presentation infected diabetic wounds are common across Dallas; on-site culture-directed antibiotic therapy and debridement avoid most ER visits.
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Gangrene & Limb-Threat Care
When ischemic tissue presents in Dallas patients with multi-vessel disease, urgent specialist evaluation and vascular coordination are critical to limb salvage.
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Getting to the clinic from Dallas
From north Dallas neighborhoods (Preston Hollow, Lake Highlands, Far North Dallas), take the Dallas North Tollway or US-75 northbound, exit at Park Boulevard or Legacy Drive, and continue to Preston Road and San Jacinto Place. Off-peak drives from 75230/75240/75248/75252/75254 run 25–30 minutes; weekday rush adds 5–10 minutes.
Clinic address: 7709 San Jacinto Place, Suite 100, Plano, TX 75024 · (972-491-1200)
Major medical facilities serving Dallas
- UT Southwestern Medical Center
- Parkland Memorial Hospital
- Methodist Dallas Medical Center
Neighborhoods We See Patients From
Preston Hollow · Lake Highlands · Far North Dallas · North Dallas
ZIP codes covered: 75230, 75240, 75248, 75252, 75254
For referring physicians in Dallas
Primary care, podiatry, and specialty practices in Dallas 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 Dallas — common questions
I live in central or south Dallas — does it make sense for me to drive to Plano?
Probably not. This clinic is most realistic for patients in north-Dallas ZIPs 75230, 75240, 75248, 75252, and 75254, where drives run 25–35 minutes. For central, east, or south Dallas, UT Southwestern, Methodist Dallas, or Parkland's wound services will likely be closer.
I'm in Preston Hollow (75230) — how long is the drive?
About 25–30 minutes via the Dallas North Tollway off-peak; 30–35 during weekday rush. Many Preston Hollow patients already commute through this corridor for shopping or work.
Can I do telemedicine instead of driving up?
For stable wounds — yes. Telemedicine follow-ups are a particularly good fit for Dallas patients balancing the longer drive against frequent dressing checks. Some insurance plans cover telehealth and some do not, so the front desk will verify your plan before booking. Initial evaluations are usually best done in person.
Does Dr. Rizvi accept Medicare and Parkland-network plans?
Medicare and most major commercial plans (UnitedHealthcare, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Aetna, Cigna, Humana) are accepted. Parkland-specific plans vary — call (972) 491-1200 to verify your specific coverage before booking.
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 Dallas:
Ready to be seen — Dallas, TX
Same-day and next-day appointments. No referral needed. Call (972) 491-1200 or request a visit online.