Wound Care

Restoring health and quality of life with advanced wound care

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When wounds don’t heal as expected, they can cause pain, limit mobility, and increase the risk of complications. At UTMB Health, our wound care specialists use advanced treatments and personalized care plans to promote faster healing and improve quality of life. From chronic ulcers to non-healing surgical wounds to crush injuries, we're here to help you heal and recover with confidence.

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  Conditions We Treat

Wounds

Complications of Infection

Specialized Wound Types

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Each provider may treat different conditions. Click on a profile to see their areas of specialty.

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 About UTMB Health’s Wound Care Specialists

Non-healing wounds often have underlying, complex conditions which prevent progression through the expected sequence of healing stages. These wounds benefit from an evaluation by a knowledgeable specialist in wound care. UTMB Health wound care specialists, in consultation from your primary care or other specialists, evaluate and initiate tailored treatment programs to promote wound healing.

UTMB Health Wound Care specialists are knowledgeable of the latest information regarding prevention, identification, and treatment of complicated wounds. Fortunately, there are many wound healing products UTMB Health wound care specialists employ, and new wound-treatment modalities continue to emerge.

Your UTMB Health wound care team will conduct a thorough examination and work with you to develop an individualized treatment plan tailored to your needs and goals. Our specialists understand the importance of a multidisciplinary team (MDT) approach to wound healing. Therefore, we may recommend diagnostic services or evaluation by other specialists to identify and correct underlying problems preventing wound healing. Numerous studies have shown that an MDT led by a dedicated wound specialist improves wound healing outcomes, reduces the need for repeat procedures, and prevents major amputations and limb loss.

At each wound center visit, your team may provide wound debridement, dressing changes, and patient education. As part of your individualized treatment program, it’s important to adhere to prescribed follow-up, potentially weekly for wound care and daily for HBOT, if recommended. Utilizing advanced wound care products, therapies, and HBOT, our specialists can help you avoid complications and speed recovery.

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 Frequently Asked Questions

  • What types of wounds do you treat?

    We treat a wide range of wounds, including diabetic foot ulcers, venous and arterial ulcers, pressure sores, traumatic wounds, surgical dehiscence, burns, and wounds related to lymphedema, autoimmune conditions, or poor circulation.

  • How do I know if my wound needs medical attention?

    Seek care if your wound:

    • Is not healing as expected after 2-4 weeks
    • Shows redness, swelling, or pus
    • Causes increasing pain or foul odor
    • Causes fever or other symptoms of infection
    • What treatments are available for chronic or non-healing wounds?

    Treatment depends on the wound type and severity. Options include:

    • Advanced dressings and topical therapies
    • Negative pressure wound therapy (WoundVac)
    • Skin substitutes, biologics, or scaffolds
    • Hyperbaric oxygen treatment
    • Surgical procedures, including debridement or grafting
    • Compression therapy or total contact casting for circulation-related wounds
  • What is hyperbaric oxygen treatment, and how does it help with wound care?

    Hyperbaric oxygen treatment delivers 100% oxygen in a pressurized chamber (2.0-2.8 ATA), helping blood and tissues heal faster. It can improve healing in chronic wounds, radiation-related injuries, compromised skin grafts, and certain infections.

  • How long does it take for chronic wounds to heal?

    Healing time varies depending on wound type, size, circulation, infection, and underlying health conditions. Some wounds heal in a few weeks, while others may require months of specialized care.

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