The Wound Institute: Carrie Frame, DPM
About The Wound Institute: Carrie Frame, DPM
West Virginia Foot & Ankle, located in Charleston, West Virginia, is a comprehensive podiatric practice that specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of foot and ankle conditions. The clinic offers a full spectrum of services ranging from routine foot care to advanced surgical interventions, with a focus on minimally invasive, evidence‑based therapies. Their state‑of‑the‑art facility includes a dedicated Wound Institute that treats complex wounds from head to toe. The practice’s service portfolio includes treatment of fractures, tendon injuries, heel pain, bunions, hammertoes, plantar fasciitis, neuromas, diabetic foot ulcers, and many other foot‑related ailments. Advanced procedures such as Platelet Rich Plasma (PRP) injections, laser therapy for nail fungus, and custom orthotics are offered alongside traditional surgical options. Wound care utilizes innovative therapies like Vaporox and skin substitutes, and the team provides specialized ostomy care. Leadership is provided by board‑certified foot and ankle surgeon Dr. Carrie Frame, DPM, FACFAS, ABPM, CWSP, supported by a multidisciplinary team that includes physician assistants Kaitlin (or Katlin) Lindsay, PA‑C, nurse practitioner Molly White, FNP‑C, CWON, and physician assistant David Watkins, PA‑C. Together they deliver personalized, high‑quality care aimed at restoring function, reducing pain, and improving patients’ overall quality of life.