Caring Connection | spring 2009

Care for Chronic Wounds

L to R: Sherri Eador, CWOCN, MSN, FNP-C, Dr. William Turner and J.C. Smith

Millions of Americans suffer from chronic wounds caused by diabetes, poor circulation or other conditions, leading to pain and limited mobility. The Wound and Skin Management Center at Nevada Regional Medical Center provides comprehensive wound care and treatment, even for wounds that have resisted healing after traditional treatment.

A physician or family nurse practitioner will assess the wound and develop an individualized treatment plan. Treatment options may include:

Medication
Total contact casting, a cast that shifts weight off the wound
Debridement, the removal of unhealthy tissue to enhance the growth of healthy tissue
Specialized dressings to provide the right environment for healing

If you have a wound that has not started to heal within two to four weeks, or has not healed completely in six weeks, it may require treatment.

For more information about the Wound and Skin Management Center, or to make an appointment, please call 417-448-3603. We accept both physician referrals and self-referrals.