Doctor Information
John F. Dombrowski, MD, FASA founded The Washington Pain Center in Northwest Washington after starting his career in operating room anesthesiology. A native Washingtonian, he focuses on minimally invasive, image-guided procedures that reduce pain, restore function and limit long-term opioid use, and he also serves as medical director of three methadone treatment programs and a detoxification facility.
Education, Residency & Fellowship Training
- Undergraduate: University of Richmond, biology with a minor in chemistry, graduated with honors
- Graduate: Master’s degree in physiology, Georgetown University
- Medical School: Georgetown University School of Medicine, MD 1989
- Residency: Anesthesiology, Yale University
- Board Certification: Anesthesiology; Pain Management; Addiction Medicine
- NPI Number: 1154329126
Clinical Specialties & Procedures
Dr. Dombrowski focuses on interventional pain and addiction medicine at The Washington Pain Center, including:
- Radiofrequency ablation
- Spinal cord stimulation
- Minimally invasive SI joint fusion
- Lumbar stenosis and disc procedures
- Addiction medicine and medical detox
Dr. Dombrowski is a Fellow of the American Society of Anesthesiologists and served as ASA Secretary, acting as a frequent media liaison. He is past President of the Maryland/DC Chapter of the American Society of Addiction Medicine and has appeared on The Today Show and Good Morning America.
Practice Location & Appointments
- Practice: The Washington Pain Center
- Address: 3301 New Mexico Avenue NW, Suite 346, Washington, DC 20016
- Phone: (202) 883-8001
- Website: dcpaindoc.com/about
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Where did Dr. John Dombrowski train?
He graduated with honors from the University of Richmond, earned a master’s in physiology and his MD (1989) at Georgetown University, and completed his anesthesiology residency at Yale University.
Does Dr. Dombrowski treat addiction?
Yes. He is board-certified in addiction medicine and is medical director of three methadone treatment programs and a detoxification facility.
Where does Dr. Dombrowski see patients?
At The Washington Pain Center, 3301 New Mexico Avenue NW, Suite 346, Washington, DC 20016. Call (202) 883-8001.
