A Hospital Acquired Pressure Injury (HAPI) is a pressure injury that develops during a patient’s stay in a medical facility, or is not recorded during admission. A pressure injury is defined by the National Pressure Injury Coalition as, “localized damage to the skin and underlying soft tissue, usually over a bony prominence or related to … Continued
Road trips are a summer fan favorite to get to far out destinations, and they are an excellent time to practice singing skills, sit for long periods of time, load up on junk food, and sugary drinks that promise energy. [Surf wagon coming to a severe stop 🛑] buuuuut, that is not the perfect woundless … Continued
Father’s Day Edition It was a hot and balmy day in Southern Nevada, as I was entering my last year of my undergraduate studies at the university, obviously not in science, when I learned that gangrene was not a disease that you only heard about in movies, but a real infection that plagues thousands of … Continued
Are you still using a pillow to offload your patient’s foot ulcer? Offloading is a major key component to healing diabetic foot ulcers & pressure injuries, and the oldest trick in the book might not be the best option for patients. As we recognize Wound Healing Awareness Month (WHAM) this June, let’s remember that WHAM … Continued
Wound Care Advantage is excited to highlight Wound Healing Awareness Month (WHAM) in June. WHAM is a time to recognize all of those that are paddling through the rough waters of the healing process trying to catch a break. So, to truly celebrate Wound Healing Awareness Month, WCA wants to tip our surfboards to those … Continued
Wound Care Advantage (WCA) is proud to welcome Vista Health System into the WCA Network, marking the beginning of a new partnership dedicated to delivering high-quality patient care and promoting the sustainability of wound care programs in the north Chicago area. Vista Health System has been serving the north suburban Chicago area with exceptional healthcare … Continued
It is no secret that as we age, our bodies undergo changes that can increase the risk of developing health related issues. One of these health concerns is the susceptibility of forming a chronic wound. Chronic wounds are wounds that fail to heal within three months or more. They can be painful, debilitating, and can … Continued
In today’s healthcare landscape, hospitals face many challenges when it comes to delivering high-quality care while maintaining efficient operations and cost-effectiveness. One of the challenges hospitals have to face is making the decision on whether to outsource or insource their wound center management. Each approach has its own advantages and disadvantages, and hospitals must carefully … Continued
Wound Care Advantage (WCA) is proud to announce our new partnership with Tennova Healthcare’s LaFollette Wound Care Center, Clinton. This collaboration is an important step in providing high-quality wound care services to the LaFollette and Clinton communities. Chronic wounds caused by diabetes, vascular disease, and trauma are prevalent in Tennessee, and access to advanced wound … Continued
Sierra Madre, Calif. – As hospitals continue to face unprecedented financial challenges in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic, Wound Care Advantage (WCA) is proud to introduce its new Support Model as a unique opportunity for hospitals to save costs and increase their margins while producing quality wound care that is both profitable and accessible. … Continued