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Nancy Marie Sassa, FNP, NP

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Specializes in: Geriatrics (Elderly Care)

Professional interests include: nursing home care, weakness, urinary incontinence, and more.

106 Irving Street Northwest Suite 204
Washington, DC 20010

(202) 877-0570

Nancy Marie Sassa, FNP, NP is a nurse in Washington, DC specializing in geriatrics (elderly care). Nancy Marie Sassa, FNP, NP is affiliated with MedStar Washington Hospital Center, MedStar Health and MEDSTAR TOTAL ELDER CARE, LLC.

Office Locations

Address:

106 Irving Street Northwest Suite 204
Washington, DC 20010

Address:

110 Irving Street Northwest Suite Eb3114
Washington, DC 20010

Some issues Nancy Marie Sassa, FNP, NP can help you with:

Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia (Enlarged Prostate)

Benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) is a noncancerous condition in which the prostate gland becomes enlarged. BPH affects about half of men between the ages of 50 and 60, and approximately 80% of men over 80. As the prostate grows in size, it can press down on the tube where urine flows out of the body (the urethra) and cause urinary problems.

Medication can relieve mild to moderate symptoms of BPH, such as frequent urination, incomplete bladder emptying, a weak urine stream, and straining while urinating. However, other forms of treatment may be more appropriate if an individual has pain with urination, frequent urinary tract infections, or is unable to urinate. The size of the prostate and the severity of their symptoms will determine the type of treatment they need. If the prostate is not very large, doctors will likely recommend a transurethral procedure. This minimally invasive technique involves the insertion of a scope into the urethra. The most common transurethral procedures for BPH are:

Transurethral incision of the prostate or TUIP, where the surgeon uses the scope to make small cuts in the area of the prostate that meets the bladder. These cuts will open up the pathway for urine and allow it to flow with more ease.
Transurethral needle ablation or TUNA, where needles are inserted through the scope and into the prostate. The needles use radiofrequency waves to destroy excess prostate tissue.
Laser prostate ablation, where lasers pass through the scope to melt away the part of the prostate causing urine blockage.
Transurethral resection of the prostate or TURP, where the inside of the prostate is trimmed and removed one tiny piece at a time using the scope.

If the prostate is too big for a transurethral procedure, an individual may need a simple prostatectomy, which can be done in one of three ways: laparoscopic, robotic, or open. During a laparoscopic simple prostatectomy, a surgeon makes several small incisions on the belly. Then they insert a long tube with a camera into one of the cuts and surgical instruments into the others. Using the camera to see inside the belly, they carefully removes the enlarged part of the prostate. Robotic simple prostatectomy uses the same techniques as the laparoscopic method, but the surgery is done with the help of a robot. For men with very large prostates, open simple prostatectomy may be the best treatment option. This surgery differs from the other approaches in that it requires a much larger incision.

Most transurethral treatments for BPH, like TUIP, TUNA, and laser prostate ablation, are done in the doctor's office or outpatient surgery center. TURP and simple prostatectomy, however, need to be performed in the hospital and require an average stay of one to three days. Patients should wait a week before doing any strenuous activities after a TUIP, TUNA, or laser prostate ablation, and about four to six weeks after a TURP or simple prostatectomy. Although these treatments improve BPH symptoms for most patients, it is important to be aware of the risks involved, such as urine control issues, tightening of the urethra, and erectile dysfunction.

Pressure Ulcers (Bedsores)

Commonly referred to as bedsores, pressure ulcers or pressure sores are areas of injured skin that result from staying in one position for a long period of time. Being bedridden or confined to a wheelchair puts a person at a high risk of developing such sores. The most commonly affected sites are the buttocks, hips, lower back, shoulder blade and spine areas, and backs of arms and legs. A pressure ulcer typically starts out as tender, reddish skin and may turn into a shallow wound that appears like a blister. At the next stage, it becomes a deep wound with yellowish dead tissue and some exposed fat. The most severe pressure ulcers are large wounds with dark dead tissue and exposed muscle or bone. Early detection and treatment are crucial as ulcers tend to develop rapidly and cause infections that could eventually lead to organ failure.

Mild sores may heal on their own when pressure on the affected area is reduced. This can be accomplished by simply repositioning the body every hour. If the sores are painful or infected, medications such as pain relievers and antibiotics may be prescribed. Cleaning the wound and changing dressings regularly also help the healing process. Severe pressure ulcers, on the other hand, may require surgery, which involves removal of any damaged, infected, or dead tissue and closing the wound. Wound closure can be achieved either by stitching the skin edges together or by using a flap of the patient's own tissue.

If a patient needs to have pressure ulcer surgery, they will likely be on bedrest for a few weeks to allow the wound to heal completely. The patient and their family members will be given instructions on positioning and transfer techniques to help keep pressure off the wound. When the doctor thinks the patient is ready, he or she will give the patient special exercises to help them regain their range of motion. To prevent the recurrence of ulcers, patients or their caregivers should be diligent about changing positions regularly, observing for early signs of new pressure sores, and replacing any worn-out mattresses or cushions.

blood draw	220
doctor visit	1134
preventive care	55
vaccines	55

**Gender**
Male	33
Female	179

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	11
Black	188
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	21
From 75 to 84	61
85 and over	130
Less than 65	0

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	27
Stroke	8
Ischemic Heart Disease	33
Depression	24
Chronic Kidney Disease	37
Asthma	6
Osteoperosis	8
Atrial Fibrilation	9
Heart Failure	38
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	19
Diabetes	44
Dementia	62
Cancer	10

blood draw	216
doctor visit	1139
preventive care	48
vaccines	48

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	0
Black	196
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	15
From 75 to 84	62
85 and over	137
Less than 65	0

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	31
Stroke	7
Ischemic Heart Disease	38
Depression	27
Chronic Kidney Disease	43
Asthma	8
Osteoperosis	9
Atrial Fibrilation	10
Heart Failure	37
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	19
Diabetes	41
Dementia	66
Cancer	11

**Gender**
Male	76
Female	342

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	0
Black	376
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	30
From 75 to 84	96
85 and over	292
Less than 65	0

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	22
Stroke	6
Ischemic Heart Disease	35
Depression	28
Chronic Kidney Disease	42
Asthma	13
Osteoperosis	9
Atrial Fibrilation	10
Heart Failure	36
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	15
Diabetes	40
Dementia	65
Cancer	8

blood draw	186
doctor visit	986
preventive care	86
vaccines	86

**Gender**
Male	43
Female	147

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	0
Black	171
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	21
From 75 to 84	45
85 and over	124
Less than 65	0

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	27
Stroke	12
Ischemic Heart Disease	35
Depression	23
Chronic Kidney Disease	45
Asthma	23
Osteoperosis	9
Atrial Fibrilation	14
Heart Failure	36
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	19
Diabetes	37
Dementia	63
Cancer	8

blood draw	176
doctor visit	983
preventive care	47
vaccines	47

**Gender**
Male	40
Female	139

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	0
Black	162
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	17
From 75 to 84	44
85 and over	118
Less than 65	0

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	25
Stroke	15
Ischemic Heart Disease	34
Depression	22
Chronic Kidney Disease	54
Asthma	8
Osteoperosis	10
Atrial Fibrilation	14
Heart Failure	34
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	19
Diabetes	42
Dementia	61
Cancer	11

blood draw	175
doctor visit	1007
preventive care	68
vaccines	68

**Gender**
Male	41
Female	144

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	0
Black	168
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	22
From 75 to 84	52
85 and over	111
Less than 65	0

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	33
Stroke	15
Ischemic Heart Disease	35
Depression	32
Chronic Kidney Disease	48
Asthma	0
Osteoperosis	10
Atrial Fibrilation	15
Heart Failure	37
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	21
Diabetes	38
Dementia	63
Cancer	11

blood draw	215
doctor visit	1021
preventive care	78
vaccines	78

**Gender**
Male	44
Female	167

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	22
Black	177
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	18
From 75 to 84	58
85 and over	135
Less than 65	0

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	24
Stroke	12
Ischemic Heart Disease	29
Depression	28
Chronic Kidney Disease	41
Asthma	9
Osteoperosis	9
Atrial Fibrilation	15
Heart Failure	34
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	16
Diabetes	36
Dementia	54
Cancer	10

blood draw	172
doctor visit	644

**Gender**
Male	36
Female	137

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	22
Black	140
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	15
From 75 to 84	51
85 and over	107
Less than 65	0

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	32
Stroke	12
Ischemic Heart Disease	36
Depression	27
Chronic Kidney Disease	47
Asthma	8
Osteoperosis	12
Atrial Fibrilation	14
Heart Failure	35
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	16
Diabetes	39
Dementia	50
Cancer	9

blood draw	297
doctor visit	1415

Average Medicare Procedure Volume From 2013 - 2021

Volume of procedures performed by Nancy Marie Sassa, FNP, NP for Medicare patients.

The highest averages for the top procedures that Nancy Marie Sassa, FNP, NP treated as a nurse in Washington, DC were blood draw, preventive care, vaccines and aspiration.

aspiration	16
blood draw	209
doctor visit	1048
injections	16
preventive care	64
vaccines	64

Average Medicare Patient Data From 2013 - 2021

Information about Medicare patients treated by Nancy Marie Sassa, FNP, NP.

**Gender**
Male	34
Female	143

**Ethnicity**
Black / African American	157
Asian / Pacific Islander	0
Non-Hispanic White	5
Native American / Alaskan Native	0
Hispanic	0
Other	0

**Age**
75 to 84	46
85 and over	115
Less than 65	0
65 to 74	15

Average of Total of Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Nancy Marie Sassa, FNP, NP From 2013 - 2021

The highest averages of the most common conditions of Medicare patients that Nancy Marie Sassa, FNP, NP treated were hypertension, dementia, chronic kidney disease and diabetes.

Hypertension	60
High Cholesterol	22
Stroke	8
Ischemic Heart Disease	27
Depression	21
Chronic Kidney Disease	35
Asthma	7
Osteoporosis	7
Heart Failure	28
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	14
Diabetes	31
Atrial Fibrillation	10
Cancer	7
Dementia	48

Education & Training

She has a state license in District of Columbia.

Licensed In: District of Columbia

Affiliations & Hospitals

Nancy Marie Sassa, FNP, NP is associated with these hospitals and organizations:

MedStar Washington Hospital Center

MedStar Health

MEDSTAR TOTAL ELDER CARE, LLC

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Biography

Ms. Nancy Sassa's specialty is geriatrics (elderly care). These areas are among her clinical interests: frailty, malnutrition, and osteoporosis. She is professionally affiliated with MedStar Washington Hospital Center.

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