Jan Ryszkowski, MD
Wound Care, Hyperbaric Medicine Experience & Medical Weight Management
With nearly 17 years of experience, Dr. Jan Ryszkowski has helped patients with chronic wounds, complex medical conditions and factors that delay healing.
Nearly Two Decades of Wound Care Leadership
Throughout his career, Dr. Ryszkowski has served as Medical Director for multiple wound care programs and has treated patients in hospitals, outpatient wound care centers and skilled nursing facilities across Arkansas.
Most recently, he led the Baptist Springhill Wound Care & Hyperbaric Medicine Clinic in North Little Rock for nearly five years. Before that, he served in the same leadership role at the Jefferson Regional Wound Care Center in Pine Bluff.
For more than 12 years, Dr. Ryszkowski has also worked closely with nursing home residents as a wound care consultant through Healogics and Accelecare.
In this role, he provides bedside evaluations and individualized treatment plans for patients with complex, long-lasting wounds.
Wounds and Conditions Dr. Ryszkowski Treats
Dr. Ryszkowski provides care for a wide range of chronic, complex and difficult-to-heal wounds.
Diabetic foot ulcers
Pressure injuries and bedsores
Venous leg ulcers
Arterial ulcers
Surgical wounds that are not healing properly
Traumatic wounds and accident-related injuries
Radiation-related wounds
Other chronic and non-healing wounds
Treatment Tailored to Each Patient
Treatment recommendations are based on the type of wound, the patient’s medical history, circulation, underlying health conditions and healing progress.
Dr. Ryszkowski is certified and experienced in Hyperbaric Medicine. While hyperbaric oxygen therapy is not currently provided in the private office, this experience supports comprehensive wound assessment and coordination with other specialists when needed.
Debridement
Removal of damaged or unhealthy tissue to support the healing process.
Advanced Wound Dressings
Specialized dressings and biologic materials selected according to the wound’s clinical needs.
Compression Therapy
Treatment designed to improve circulation and reduce swelling in appropriate patients.
Coordinated Specialist Care
Collaboration with primary care physicians, surgeons, podiatrists and other healthcare providers.
Extensive Medical Training and Professional Certification
Before focusing on wound care, Dr. Ryszkowski served as an Assistant Professor of Nuclear Medicine and Radiology at the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences.
Certifications
- Certified in Wound Care — Healogics
- Certified in Hyperbaric Medicine — Healogics
- Advanced Hyperbaric Medicine Certification — International ATMO
- Mini Fellowship in Advanced Wound Care — Accelecare
Medical Training
- Nuclear Medicine Residency — University of Connecticut
- Surgical Training — Dartmouth-Hitchcock Medical Center
- Family Medicine Training — Maine-Dartmouth Family Practice
- Board Certified in Nuclear Medicine
Treating More Than the Wound
Dr. Ryszkowski believes the best healing happens when the whole person is treated—not just the wound.
His approach includes identifying and managing underlying health problems that can slow healing.
By addressing these factors, patients may heal more effectively and experience better long-term health outcomes.
Physician-Guided Support for Long-Term Health
Dr. Ryszkowski also offers medical weight management as part of his comprehensive approach to patient care.
Excess body weight can slow wound healing by reducing circulation and increasing pressure on the skin. Chronic wounds can also make physical activity difficult, creating additional challenges for patients trying to lose weight.
Explore Medical Weight ManagementPersonalized plans may include:
- Lifestyle and nutrition guidance
- Wegovy®
- Zepbound®
- Saxenda®
- Phentermine
- Other evidence-based treatments
Medication recommendations depend on each patient’s health history, treatment goals and clinical evaluation.
A Personalized and Coordinated Approach to Healing
Dr. Ryszkowski combines advanced wound care with whole-person treatment to help patients heal, recover mobility and improve their long-term health.
He works closely with primary care physicians, surgeons, podiatrists, nursing facilities and home health teams to provide coordinated, high-quality care for patients throughout Arkansas.
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