Dynamic Foot & Ankle Center has expanded its clinical capabilities with the addition of Natalie Collins, MSN, FNP-C, to its team. Collins joins the practice as a full-time Nurse Practitioner who will see patients at both the Fredericksburg and Lorton offices, significantly broadening the center's capacity to treat whole-body musculoskeletal conditions. This expansion represents a strategic shift for the center, which previously focused primarily on foot and ankle care, and now enables it to address a wider range of patient needs without requiring referrals to external specialists.
Collins is a board-certified Family Nurse Practitioner with specialized training and extensive clinical experience in orthopedic and musculoskeletal care. She earned her Bachelor of Science in Nursing from Drexel University and her Master of Science in Nursing from Marymount University. Her professional background includes 7.5 years as a registered nurse caring for orthopedic, surgical, and trauma patients at Level I Trauma Centers across the DMV region, providing her with comprehensive understanding of both surgical and non-surgical orthopedic management approaches. This trauma care experience equips her to manage complex cases in outpatient settings.
The addition of Collins allows the center to provide comprehensive, evidence-based musculoskeletal care emphasizing patient education, shared decision-making, and individualized treatment plans. Services she will offer at both locations include joint injections, trigger point injections, bracing, and evaluation and non-surgical management of knee, back, shoulder, and other joint pain. This expansion comes as healthcare providers increasingly recognize the interconnected nature of musculoskeletal conditions and the importance of comprehensive treatment approaches.
"We're excited to expand our scope of care to treat the body as a whole," said Dr. Danielle VonDerLinden, CEO of Dynamic Foot & Ankle Center. "Natalie's strong orthopedic background and patient-centered approach align perfectly with our mission to help patients return to the activities they love." The center's enhanced capabilities are particularly significant for patients in the Fredericksburg and Lorton areas who previously had limited access to specialized orthopedic care within a single practice. Patients can access more information about the center's services by visiting https://www.dynamicfootandanklecenter.com.
This development reflects broader trends in healthcare delivery where specialized practices are expanding their service offerings to provide more comprehensive care within familiar clinical environments. By integrating Collins's orthopedic expertise, Dynamic Foot & Ankle Center positions itself to address the growing demand for accessible, integrated musculoskeletal care while maintaining continuity for existing patients who may develop conditions beyond the original foot and ankle focus.
