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Real-World Evidence
10/09/2026
Vickie R. Driver, DPM, MS; Lucian G. Vlad, MD; Marissa J. Carter, PhD, MA; Joseph Rolley, BS, MSIA; David J. Margolis, MD, PhD; Lisa Gould, MD, PhD; Caroline E. Fife, MD
This registry analysis examines venous leg ulcer closure alongside concomitant wounds and comorbidities in routine care.
This registry analysis examines venous leg ulcer closure alongside concomitant wounds and comorbidities in routine care.
This registry analysis examines...
10/09/2026
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Real-World Evidence
10/09/2026
Vickie R. Driver, DPM, MS; Lucian G. Vlad, MD; Marissa J. Carter, PhD, MA; Joseph Rolley, BS, MSIA; David J. Margolis, MD, PhD; Teresa L.Z. Jones, MD; Lisa Gould, MD, PhD; Caroline E. Fife, MD
A large registry analysis examines diabetic foot ulcer trajectories and patient outcomes during routine care.
A large registry analysis examines diabetic foot ulcer trajectories and patient outcomes during routine care.
A large registry analysis...
10/09/2026
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Real-World Evidence
10/09/2026
Vickie R. Driver, DPM, MS; Lucian G. Vlad, MD; Marissa J. Carter, PhD, MA; Joseph Rolley, BS, MSIA; David J. Margolis, MD, PhD; Teresa L.Z. Jones, MD; Lisa Gould, MD, PhD; Caroline E. Fife, MD
This retrospective analysis examines whether patients with diabetic foot ulcers and venous leg ulcers share clinical characteristics.
This retrospective analysis examines whether patients with diabetic foot ulcers and venous leg ulcers share clinical characteristics.
This retrospective analysis...
10/09/2026
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Case Report
10/05/2026
This case explores posterior transsacrococcygeal drainage for presacral abscess when prior pelvic irradiation complicates drainage options and wound healing.
This case explores posterior transsacrococcygeal drainage for presacral abscess when prior pelvic irradiation complicates drainage options and wound healing.
This case explores posterior...
10/05/2026
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Editorial Message
09/24/2026
John C. Lantis, MD
Wounds' editor-in-chief, John C. Lantis, MD, emphasizes the importance of publishing clinical observations, with reflections on topical oxygen therapy.
Wounds' editor-in-chief, John C. Lantis, MD, emphasizes the importance of publishing clinical observations, with reflections on topical oxygen therapy.
Wounds' editor-in-chief, John C....
09/24/2026
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Original Research
09/24/2026
Marina V. Shabalow, PhD; Moya L. Alfonso, PhD; Dana S. Mills, PhD; Nathaniel L. Holzman, MD
This retrospective analysis examines associations between lymphedema therapy and healing outcomes in patients with chronic wounds.
This retrospective analysis examines associations between lymphedema therapy and healing outcomes in patients with chronic wounds.
This retrospective analysis...
09/24/2026
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Real-World Evidence
09/09/2026
Anna Bradford, MBT; Jill de Grood, MA, PMP; Kathryn Ambler, MSc; Negar Dehghan Noudeh, MBT; Patty Wickson, eMBA, CHE; Chester Ho, MD
This prospective study evaluates a catalytic wound care technology in patients with chronic wounds.
This prospective study evaluates a catalytic wound care technology in patients with chronic wounds.
This prospective study evaluates...
09/09/2026
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Editorial Message
08/31/2026
John C. Lantis, MD
This editorial examines evolving osteomyelitis management, highlighting local antimicrobial delivery strategies and their potential to reshape limb-salvage approaches.
This editorial examines evolving osteomyelitis management, highlighting local antimicrobial delivery strategies and their potential to reshape limb-salvage approaches.
This editorial examines evolving...
08/31/2026
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Consensus Statements
08/31/2026
Michael N. Desvigne, MD, CWS; Misael C. Alonso, MD, CWSP; Kara Couch, MS, CRNP, CWCN-AP; Emily Greenstein, APRN, CNP, CWON; Robert Klein, DPM, CWS; Catherine Milne, APRN, MSN, ANP, CWOCN-AP; Ralph J. Napolitano, Jr, DPM, CWSP; Dot Weir, RN, CWON, CWS
An expert panel developed best practice recommendations to guide clinical use of negative pressure wound therapy with a novel all-in-one dressing.
An expert panel developed best practice recommendations to guide clinical use of negative pressure wound therapy with a novel all-in-one dressing.
An expert panel developed best...
08/31/2026
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Case Report
08/19/2026
Martin Eduardo Morales-Saavedra, MD; Esperanza Ramírez-Arano, MD; Juan Carlos Bravo-Soriano, MD; Eduardo Alfonso Hernández-Muñoz, MD
This case report describes the use of negative pressure wound therapy and skin grafting to manage a complex hostile abdomen.
This case report describes the use of negative pressure wound therapy and skin grafting to manage a complex hostile abdomen.
This case report describes the...
08/19/2026
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Case Report
08/14/2026
Hongyu Wang, MSN; Lin Chen, MD; Qian Gao, BSN; Guirong Shi, MSN; LiPing Jiang, DNP
Ultrasonic and autolytic debridement successfully managed an infected lower extremity hematoma in a renal transplant recipient with thrombocytopenia.
Ultrasonic and autolytic debridement successfully managed an infected lower extremity hematoma in a renal transplant recipient with thrombocytopenia.
Ultrasonic and autolytic...
08/14/2026
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Symposium on Advanced Wound Care (SAWC)

Conference Coverage
04/17/2026
Kirra Fedyszyn
At SAWC Spring 2026 in Charlotte, NC, Paul Kim, DPM, MS, and Johanna-Marie Richey, DPM, delivered a clinically focused discussion on offloading, surgical decision-making, and limb preservation in diabetic foot ulcer (DFU) management.
At SAWC Spring 2026 in Charlotte, NC, Paul Kim, DPM, MS, and Johanna-Marie Richey, DPM, delivered a clinically focused discussion on offloading, surgical decision-making, and limb preservation in diabetic foot ulcer (DFU) management.
At SAWC Spring 2026 in...
04/17/2026
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News
04/15/2026
Vanessa Koebler
Four First-to-Podium presentations at SAWC Spring 2026 reported new data in diabetic foot ulcers, pressure injury detection, biomaterials, and advanced wound care reimbursement.
Four First-to-Podium presentations at SAWC Spring 2026 reported new data in diabetic foot ulcers, pressure injury detection, biomaterials, and advanced wound care reimbursement.
Four First-to-Podium...
04/15/2026
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Conference Coverage
04/10/2026
Kirra Fedyszyn
A retrospective cohort study presented at SAWC Spring 2026 found that manual lymphatic drainage (MLD) was associated with shorter healing times and higher closure rates in patients with diabetic foot ulcers and lymphedema. While not...
A retrospective cohort study presented at SAWC Spring 2026 found that manual lymphatic drainage (MLD) was associated with shorter healing times and higher closure rates in patients with diabetic foot ulcers and lymphedema. While not...
A retrospective cohort study...
04/10/2026
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Conference Coverage
04/10/2026
Kirra Fedyszyn
A small case series presented at SAWC Spring 2026 found that adding a prescription medical food to standard care reduced diabetic foot ulcer healing time by 50–60%, with all wounds closing within 4–6 weeks and no adverse events reported....
A small case series presented at SAWC Spring 2026 found that adding a prescription medical food to standard care reduced diabetic foot ulcer healing time by 50–60%, with all wounds closing within 4–6 weeks and no adverse events reported....
A small case series presented at...
04/10/2026
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Patrick McEneaney, DPM
Conference Coverage
04/09/2026
Brian McCurdy
Multidisciplinary care, particularly from mental health professionals, is crucial for patients with dermatillomania to mitigate the serious complications of the disorder, according to a case study poster presented at SAWC Spring.
Multidisciplinary care, particularly from mental health professionals, is crucial for patients with dermatillomania to mitigate the serious complications of the disorder, according to a case study poster presented at SAWC Spring.
Multidisciplinary care,...
04/09/2026
Podiatry Today
Arthur Evensen, DPM, CWSP, DABPM, FACPM
Conference Coverage
04/08/2026
Brian McCurdy
Bordered silicone foam dressings resulted in fewer dressing changes, reduced maceration, and improved moisture control compared to traditional dry sterile dressings in patients with complex foot wounds, according to a poster presented at SAWC...
Bordered silicone foam dressings resulted in fewer dressing changes, reduced maceration, and improved moisture control compared to traditional dry sterile dressings in patients with complex foot wounds, according to a poster presented at SAWC...
Bordered silicone foam dressings...
04/08/2026
Podiatry Today
Conference Coverage
04/07/2026
Jennifer J. Spector, DPM, FACFAS
A large real-world evidence analysis presented at SAWC Spring challenges a foundational assumption in Medicare reimbursement policy: that FDA regulatory classification (361 HCT/P, 510(k), or PMA) predicts the clinical performance of cellular,...
A large real-world evidence analysis presented at SAWC Spring challenges a foundational assumption in Medicare reimbursement policy: that FDA regulatory classification (361 HCT/P, 510(k), or PMA) predicts the clinical performance of cellular,...
A large real-world evidence...
04/07/2026
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Press Release
03/26/2026
April 8-12 meeting in Charlotte, NC highlights debridement, mobile wound care education, and evidence-based clinical updates.
April 8-12 meeting in Charlotte, NC highlights debridement, mobile wound care education, and evidence-based clinical updates.
April 8-12 meeting in Charlotte,...
03/26/2026
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Videos

Webinars

Clinical Experience and Emerging Evidence with AmchoPlast dHAICM in Soft Tissue Reconstruction and Chronic Wound Management
On-Demand
Dr. Thomas Davenport and Dr. Peter Moyer will present their clinical experience utilizing AmchoPlastTM, a sterile dehydrated human amnion intermediate layer chorion membrane allograft (dHAICM), in soft tissue reconstruction and the management of chronic wounds. This session will be...
MASTRR Trauma: A Prospective Study of Myriad™ in Complex Trauma Defects
On-Demand
This webinar will explore findings from the prospective MASTRR study evaluating the use of Myriad in complex trauma defects across four Level 1 trauma centers. Led by an author of the publication, the session will focus on clinical insights, real-world application, and consideratio...
Essential Insights into 2026 CAMPs Coverage Guidelines Webinar
On-Demand
Objectives Exploring CAMPS coverage guidelines in 2026 Reviewing CMS payment methodology for CAMPS in 2026 (including JZ / JW news)
New Guidelines, Same Wounds: Navigating Advanced Wound Care in this Changing Landscape
On-Demand
Join us for an in-depth review with industry experts on new guidelines and policies from CMS related to payment and coverage on the use of Cellular and Tissue-Based Products (CTPs) scheduled for implementation January 1st, 2026. The program will cover best practices as it relates to the...
Second Landmark RCT Evaluating Mirragen in Diabetic Foot Ulcers Webinar
On-Demand
In a prospective, multi-centered randomized controlled trial (RCT) involving 100+ patients, wound care physicians evaluated the impact of Mirragen, a borate-based bioactive glass fiber matrix, in the treatment of diabetic foot ulcers (DFUs). The second RCT on DFUs sponsored by Engineere...