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Arlington Residents: Advanced Podiatric Care Just 3 Miles Away

 

At DMV Foot & Ankle, we proudly serve Arlington, Virginia residents with comprehensive podiatric care. Our Washington, DC office is conveniently located just 3 miles east of Arlington, making us one of the closest specialized podiatry practices for Rosslyn, Clarendon, Ballston, Pentagon City, and Crystal City residents.

 

Dr. Alex Mattia, DPM, brings dual board certification in both Podiatric Surgery (ABFAS) and Podiatric Medicine (ABPM), along with specialized training in regenerative medicine from MedStar Georgetown University Hospital. This combination of credentials is uncommon in the DC metro area—most podiatrists hold only one board certification.

 

Why Arlington Patients Choose DMV Foot & Ankle

Convenient Access from Arlington

 

Our office at 106 Irving St NW Ste 402, Washington, DC 20010 is easily accessible from Arlington via:

  • Key Bridge/M Street: 10-12 minutes from Rosslyn

  • Theodore Roosevelt Bridge/Constitution Ave: 12-15 minutes from Clarendon/Ballston

  • I-395 North: 15-18 minutes from Pentagon City/Crystal City

  • Metro: Take the Red Line to Columbia Heights (0.5 mile walk) or Green/Yellow Line to Columbia Heights

Free street parking is available on Irving Street, and the building offers accessible parking for patients with mobility limitations.

 

Advanced Treatments Not Available at Most Practices

Many Arlington residents travel to our practice specifically for treatments that most local podiatrists don't offer:

Regenerative Medicine Options:

  • Oral peptide therapy for accelerated tissue healing (70-82% success rate)

  • Stem cell products derived from donated umbilical tissue (85-90% success rate)

  • Fat pad allografts for heel cushioning restoration (75-85% success rate)

  • Class IV laser therapy for pain relief and inflammation reduction

 

Conservative-First Philosophy: Our approach focuses on non-surgical solutions first. With proper conservative treatment, 85-90% of our patients achieve excellent outcomes without surgery. Fewer than 5% of cases require surgical intervention when our protocols are followed.

 

Same-Day Appointments for Urgent Foot Pain

We understand that foot pain can significantly impact your daily life—especially if you're commuting to Pentagon, Crystal City, or DC for work. We accommodate urgent cases with same-day appointments whenever possible. Call 202-726-1800 to check availability.

 

Conditions We Treat for Arlington Patients

 

Heel Pain & Plantar Fasciitis

The most common reason Arlington residents visit our practice. Our comprehensive approach includes:

  • Custom orthotics (85% success rate in clinical studies)

  • Class IV laser therapy (typically 6-10 sessions over 3-5 weeks)

  • Regenerative medicine options for chronic cases

  • Return-to-activity protocols for runners and athletes

Success Rate: 90% of patients improve with conservative treatment within 6-12 months.

 

Sports Injuries

Whether you're running the Marine Corps Marathon, playing recreational soccer in Arlington, or training at an area gym, we treat:

  • Achilles tendinitis and tendinopathy

  • Stress fractures (metatarsal, heel, ankle)

  • Ankle sprains and chronic instability

  • Turf toe and sesamoid injuries

  • Shin splints (medial tibial stress syndrome)

 

Diabetic Foot Care

Critical preventive care for diabetic patients including:

  • Comprehensive foot exams and risk assessment

  • Diabetic wound care and limb salvage

  • Custom diabetic shoes and inserts

  • Peripheral neuropathy evaluation and management

 

Bunions & Hammertoes

Both conservative management and minimally invasive surgical options when necessary:

  • Custom orthotics to slow progression

  • Padding and shoe modifications

  • Minimally invasive bunion surgery (when conservative care fails)

  • Hammertoe correction procedures

 

Toenail Conditions

  • Laser therapy for fungal toenails

  • Ingrown toenail treatment and prevention

  • Nail reconstruction

 

Custom Orthotics

We offer both medical-grade prefabricated orthotics and fully custom devices:

  • Gait analysis and biomechanical assessment

  • Sport-specific orthotics (running, golf, tennis)

  • Dress shoe accommodations

  • Diabetic and accommodative orthotics

 

Insurance & Payment

 

We accept most major insurance plans including:

  • Medicare

  • Aetna

  • Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield

  • CareFirst

  • Cigna

  • UnitedHealthcare

  • TRICARE (many Arlington residents are military-connected)

Typical Copays:

  • Office visits: $20-50 depending on your plan

  • Custom orthotics: $50-200 copay (most plans cover with prescription)

We verify insurance benefits before your appointment and provide transparent pricing for any out-of-pocket costs.

 

Directions from Arlington to DMV Foot & Ankle

 

From Rosslyn/Key Bridge Area

  1. Cross Key Bridge into Georgetown

  2. Turn left onto M Street NW

  3. Continue straight as M Street becomes Pennsylvania Avenue

  4. Turn right onto 14th Street NW

  5. Continue north to Irving Street NW

  6. Turn left on Irving Street; office is at 106 Irving St NW

Estimated drive time: 10-12 minutes (traffic dependent)

 

From Clarendon/Ballston

  1. Take Fairfax Drive east to I-66 East

  2. Merge onto I-66 East toward Washington

  3. Take the Theodore Roosevelt Bridge exit

  4. Continue on Constitution Avenue NW

  5. Turn right onto 14th Street NW

  6. Continue north to Irving Street NW

  7. Turn left on Irving Street; office is at 106 Irving St NW

Estimated drive time: 12-15 minutes (traffic dependent)

 

From Pentagon City/Crystal City

  1. Take I-395 North toward Washington

  2. Continue across the 14th Street Bridge

  3. Merge onto 14th Street NW

  4. Continue north through downtown to Irving Street NW

  5. Turn left on Irving Street; office is at 106 Irving St NW

Estimated drive time: 15-18 minutes (traffic dependent)

 

By Metro

  • Red Line: Exit at Columbia Heights station, walk 0.5 miles west on Irving Street

  • Green/Yellow Line: Exit at Columbia Heights station, walk 0.5 miles west on Irving Street

 

About Dr. Alex Mattia, DPM

 

Dr. Mattia is dual board-certified by the American Board of Foot and Ankle Surgery (ABFAS) and the American Board of Podiatric Medicine (ABPM). He completed his surgical residency at MedStar Georgetown University Hospital and Washington Hospital Center, one of the most competitive podiatric surgery programs in the country.

 

Credentials:

  • Doctor of Podiatric Medicine (DPM) – Kent State University College of Podiatric Medicine

  • Bachelor of Science in Biology, Magna Cum Laude – Howard University

  • Board Certified, Foot Surgery – ABFAS (2024)

  • Board Certified – ABPM (2020)

  • Certified in Regenerative Podiatric Medicine – ACPPS (2025)

  • Fellow, American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons

Specializations:

  • Regenerative Medicine

  • Diabetic Limb Salvage

  • Reconstructive Foot & Ankle Surgery

  • Sports Medicine

  • Minimally Invasive Surgery

 

A Prince George's County native, Dr. Mattia chose to return to the Washington, DC metro area after completing his training to serve his home community.

 

Schedule Your Appointment

Arlington residents can schedule appointments by:

Phone: 202-726-1800 Email: care@dmvfoot.com Online: Visit www.dmvfoot.com to request an appointment

Office Hours:

  • Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday: 7:45 AM – 3:00 PM

  • Thursday: 7:45 AM – 10:45 AM

Location: DMV Foot & Ankle 106 Irving St NW Ste 402 Washington, DC 20010

 

Frequently Asked Questions

 

How far is DMV Foot & Ankle from Arlington, VA?

Our office is approximately 3 miles from the Arlington/DC border, making us one of the closest specialized podiatry practices for Arlington residents. Drive times range from 10-18 minutes depending on your starting point in Arlington.

 

Do you accept TRICARE insurance?

Yes. Many of our Arlington patients are military-connected, and we accept TRICARE along with most other major insurance plans.

 

What makes your practice different from podiatrists in Arlington?

Dr. Mattia's dual board certification and regenerative medicine specialization are uncommon in the DC metro area. We offer advanced treatments like peptide therapy, stem cell products, and Class IV laser therapy that most practices don't provide. Our conservative-first approach achieves 85-90% success rates without surgery.

 

Can I get a same-day appointment for urgent foot pain?

Yes, we accommodate urgent cases with same-day appointments whenever possible. Call 202-726-1800 to check availability.

 

Is parking available?

Yes. Free street parking is available on Irving Street, and the building offers accessible parking options.

 

How long does a typical appointment take?

Initial consultations typically last 30-45 minutes, allowing time for a comprehensive evaluation, diagnostic imaging if needed, and discussion of treatment options. Follow-up visits are usually 15-20 minutes.

 

DMV Foot & Ankle proudly serves patients from Arlington, VA and throughout the Washington, DC metropolitan area including Rosslyn, Clarendon, Ballston, Pentagon City, Crystal City, Alexandria, Falls Church, and McLean.

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