Complex Wounds Require Complex Approaches to Management

Complex Wounds Require Complex Approaches to Management

Summary: In this educational lecture, Marie L. Williams, DPM, DABPS, DHLS, Director of Podiatric Medical Education at Aventura Hospital, reviews the latest guidance from both the IDSA and IWGDF. She explores infectious disease considerations and surgical strategies critical for treating complex wound cases, including recognizing diabetic foot infection emergencies and planning long-term care.

Learning Objectives:

  • Identify indicators of a severe diabetic foot infection.
  • Understand when a diabetic foot condition becomes a surgical emergency in podiatric practice.
  • Develop long-term wound care and maintenance strategies.

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Keywords: Marie L Williams, complex wounds, IDSA guidelines, IWGDF, diabetic foot infection, podiatric surgical emergencies, long-term wound care