Advanced Wound Care PA-C caring for a smiling elderly woman in a wheelchair
Welcome to NW WOUND SPECIALISTS

Advanced Wound Care, Right to Your Door

We help people with chronic wounds recover through authentic connection and cutting-edge regenerative therapies, in the comfort and safety of home.

12+

WA Towns Served

20+

Years Experiences

Our Values

Your Healing Journey,
In Expert Hands

Founded to raise the standard of in-home wound care, we bridge the gap between traditional wound management programs and comprehensive, whole-person healing.

With expert oversight, compassionate service, and proven results, every decision we make centers on one goal: helping patients recover safely, comfortably, and with confidence.

Our Wound Care Services in the Tri-Cities Include:

Diabetic ulcers • Pressure ulcers • Venous stasis ulcers • Arterial ulcers • Partial-thickness burns • Post-surgical wounds • Wound dehiscence • Infected Wounds • Pyoderma Ulcers • and more.

About US

Meet The Team

Dr. Christoper Meadows, MD

Dr. Meadows is a nationally recognized physician, teacher, and thought leader in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation. His evidence-based approach blends medical expertise with principles of nutrition, movement, and recovery to promote optimal healing and long-term resilience.

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Tanner Heiman, PA-C

Tanner Heiman, PA-C, is a certified Physician Assistant based in Richland, Washington. He provid comprehensive care to patients in the T Mr. Heiman is recognized for his commitment to patient-centered care. H staying current with medical advancements to provide the best possible care to his patients.

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Charlie Linder - Executive Director of Partnerships and Patient Experience

Charlie Linder

Charlie Linder is the friendly face behind outreach and referrals at NW Wound Specialists. With 12+ years of healthcare experience and a genuine passion for improving patients’ lives, Charlie works closely with providers and partners to ensure seamless, compassionate care for those who need it most. He believes in the mission of NW Wound Specialists: to bring advanced, in-home wound care to those who would otherwise go without. He approaches every interaction with warmth, integrity, and professionalism.

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Jason Coombs, MD

Jason Coombs, DO, is a board-certified physiatrist who brings deep expertise in rehabilitation medicine and patient-centered care to Northwest Wound Specialists. Dr. Coombs has served as a Senior Flight Surgeon in the United States Air Force since 2009, holding leadership roles both domestically and abroad. Today, he continues to serve the aerospace community as a reservist while advancing his passion for helping patients regain function, independence, and quality of life through expert, compassionate care.

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Ashley Wallner, FNP-C

Ashley Wallner, FNP-C, brings over 15 years of healthcare experience to Northwest Wound Specialists. She spent a decade in neurosurgery, caring for complex surgical patients both in the operating room and in outpatient settings. Ashley has also practiced in urology and cosmetic dermatology, refining her expertise across diverse clinical environments. Her background in critical care nursing adds depth to her ability to manage complex conditions with precision and empathy. Today, she provides advanced in-home wound care with a commitment to patient comfort, continuity, and healing.

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Allison Auch, FNP-C

Allison Auch, FNP-C, brings over 16 years of clinical experience to Northwest Wound Specialists. She began her advanced practice in neurosurgery, serving as a surgical first assist and caring for complex trauma and post-operative patients. For more than a decade, Allison has also practiced in walk-in care, treating a wide range of urgent conditions with skill and efficiency. Today, she delivers advanced in-home wound care with a commitment to patient comfort, continuity, and compassionate healing.

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Sam Thomas, PA-C

Sam Thomas, PA-C, brings over eight years of surgical and trauma experience to Northwest Wound Specialists. He has served in high-acuity orthopedic settings, including Boise’s Saint Alphonsus Medical Center and one of the nation’s busiest trauma hospitals in Orlando, where he specialized in fracture management, wound repair, and post-operative care. Sam’s background also includes behavioral health, giving him a unique ability to connect with patients on both a clinical and personal level. Today, he provides advanced in-home wound care in Boise with a focus on compassion, precision, and patient-centered healing.

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Why Choose Us

Why NW Wound Specialists?

Most patients with chronic wounds face long wait times, fragmented care, and limited results. We make healing easier.

Led by a Dual Board-Certified Physician

Dr. Christopher Meadows, MD brings deep expertise in regenerative medicine, musculoskeletal recovery, and neurological rehabilitation.

Care Delivered by Advanced Providers

Our highly trained Certified Physician Assistants (PA-Cs) bring hospital-level skill directly to patients’ homes, a rarity in the industry.

Seamless Care Coordination

We work closely with referring partners and guide self-referring patients to the right support. From home health to home care, we make collaboration easy.

Next-Level Treatments

We incorporate proven regenerative therapies that go beyond conventional wound care, helping patients heal faster and more fully.

Appointment

Ready To Start Healing?

Phone & Fax

Eastern WA: (509) 408-0179
North Dakota: (701) 343- 9170
Boise: (208) 391-5590



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