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Editorial Message
12/19/2025
John C. Lantis, II, MD, FACS
This editorial reflects on evolving wound bioproducts, global submissions, and forthcoming consensus guidance to support clinicians entering the new year.
This editorial reflects on evolving wound bioproducts, global submissions, and forthcoming consensus guidance to support clinicians entering the new year.
This editorial reflects on...
12/19/2025
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Original Research
12/18/2025
This article examines clinician experiences using a multilayer antimicrobial surgical incision dressing prophylactically in low-risk orthopedic and other surgical patients.
This article examines clinician experiences using a multilayer antimicrobial surgical incision dressing prophylactically in low-risk orthopedic and other surgical patients.
This article examines clinician...
12/18/2025
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Press Release
12/16/2025
Collaboration spanning SAWC Spring | WHS and SAWC Fall strengthens interdisciplinary wound care education and previews expanded NPIAP programming at SAWC Fall 2026.
Collaboration spanning SAWC Spring | WHS and SAWC Fall strengthens interdisciplinary wound care education and previews expanded NPIAP programming at SAWC Fall 2026.
Collaboration spanning SAWC...
12/16/2025
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Clinical Trial Protocol
12/11/2025
This trial protocol describes a pragmatic hybrid real-world evidence design assessing trilayer versus single-layer amniotic grafts for diabetic and venous leg ulcers.
This trial protocol describes a pragmatic hybrid real-world evidence design assessing trilayer versus single-layer amniotic grafts for diabetic and venous leg ulcers.
This trial protocol describes a...
12/11/2025
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Original Research
12/09/2025
This study assesses a novel finger-mounted debridement tool's usability, patient tolerability, and wound accessibility in managing chronic nonhealing wounds.
This study assesses a novel finger-mounted debridement tool's usability, patient tolerability, and wound accessibility in managing chronic nonhealing wounds.
This study assesses a novel...
12/09/2025
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Original Research
12/04/2025
This study evaluates long-term pain, psychological well-being, resilience, and functional outcomes after above- versus below-knee amputation for chronic lower extremity wounds.
This study evaluates long-term pain, psychological well-being, resilience, and functional outcomes after above- versus below-knee amputation for chronic lower extremity wounds.
This study evaluates long-term...
12/04/2025
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Press Release
11/19/2025
HMP Global’s ‘Wounds’ Launches CTP News Desk, the Central Hub for Real-Time Updates on Cellular and Tissue-Based Products
HMP Global’s ‘Wounds’ Launches CTP News Desk, the Central Hub for Real-Time Updates on Cellular and Tissue-Based Products
HMP Global’s ‘Wounds’ Launches...
11/19/2025
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Case Report
11/17/2025
Steven Tohmasi, MD, MPHS; Carolyn Tsung, BA; Ariana Naaseh, MD, MPHS; Jennifer Yu, MD, MPHS; John P. Kirby, MD; Lindsay M. Kranker
11/17/2025
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Original Research
11/17/2025
Beatriz Barbieri Bortolozo, MSc; Amanda Ramiro Gomes da Silva, MSc; Thais Paulino Prado, PhD; Bianca Campos Oliveira, PhD; Joseane Morari, PhD; Flávia Cristina Zanchetta, PhD; Eliana Pereira Araújo, PhD; Beatriz Guitton Renaud Baptista de Oliveira, PhD; Bruna Maiara Ferreira Barreto Pires, BSN, PhD; Priscila Peruzzo Apolinario, PhD; Maria Helena M. Lima, RN, PhD
This prospective study examined the impact of photobiomodulation on lower extremity wounds in patients with diabetes over the course of 12 weeks.
This prospective study examined the impact of photobiomodulation on lower extremity wounds in patients with diabetes over the course of 12 weeks.
This prospective study examined...
11/17/2025
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Original Research
11/03/2025
Maeyane S. Moeng; Suleman Vadia, MBChB; Ashley W. Collinsworth, ScD, MPH; Siobhan Lookess, BSc, PGDip; Paolo Capelli
The authors of this article examine the utilization and cost impact of negative pressure wound therapy with instillation and dwell time in South Africa.
The authors of this article examine the utilization and cost impact of negative pressure wound therapy with instillation and dwell time in South Africa.
The authors of this article...
11/03/2025
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Symposium on Advanced Wound Care (SAWC) Fall

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Press Release
01/08/2026
Invitation-only working summit convenes FDA, CMS, and industry leaders April 10 in Charlotte, North Carolina.
Invitation-only working summit convenes FDA, CMS, and industry leaders April 10 in Charlotte, North Carolina.
Invitation-only working summit...
01/08/2026
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Surgeons in an operating room focused on a patient care
Videos
01/07/2026
Patrick McEneaney, DPM, FACFAS, AAPWCA; Rimvydas A. Statkus, DPM, FACFAS
These researchers share highlights from their poster presentations at SAWC.
These researchers share highlights from their poster presentations at SAWC.
These researchers share...
01/07/2026
Podiatry Today
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Press Release
12/22/2025
April 8-12 Symposium in Charlotte, NC will deliver 80+ sessions, WHS annual meeting, and multidisciplinary and hands-on training.
April 8-12 Symposium in Charlotte, NC will deliver 80+ sessions, WHS annual meeting, and multidisciplinary and hands-on training.
April 8-12 Symposium in...
12/22/2025
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Windy Cole, DPM, CWSP, FFPM RCPS (Glasg)
Videos
12/16/2025
Windy Cole, DPM, CWSP, FFPM RCPS (Glasg)
This SAWC Fall speaker discusses a new consensus document on antimicrobial stewardship recently published in Wounds and what DPMs can learn.
This SAWC Fall speaker discusses a new consensus document on antimicrobial stewardship recently published in Wounds and what DPMs can learn.
This SAWC Fall speaker discusses...
12/16/2025
Podiatry Today
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Conference Coverage
11/13/2025
Brian McCurdy
DFUs remain among the most complex and costly complications of diabetes, representing not just localized wounds but indicators of systemic disease. This SAWC Fall speaker discussed how innovative technologies can aid patients.
DFUs remain among the most complex and costly complications of diabetes, representing not just localized wounds but indicators of systemic disease. This SAWC Fall speaker discussed how innovative technologies can aid patients.
DFUs remain among the most...
11/13/2025
Podiatry Today
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Conference Coverage
09/09/2025
Richard Kaufman, DPM
Delivering targeted extracorporeal shockwave therapy (ESWT) in a wider area can enhance wound healing and help salvage limbs, according to a case study presented at SAWC Fall.
Delivering targeted extracorporeal shockwave therapy (ESWT) in a wider area can enhance wound healing and help salvage limbs, according to a case study presented at SAWC Fall.
Delivering targeted...
09/09/2025
Podiatry Today
Conference Coverage
09/05/2025
Vanessa Koebler
At SAWC Fall, David Margolis, MD, PhD, outlined a pragmatic framework for using prognostic markers and early treatment response to guide decisions in diabetic foot ulcers (DFUs) and venous leg ulcers (VLUs). The approach prioritizes simple...
At SAWC Fall, David Margolis, MD, PhD, outlined a pragmatic framework for using prognostic markers and early treatment response to guide decisions in diabetic foot ulcers (DFUs) and venous leg ulcers (VLUs). The approach prioritizes simple...
At SAWC Fall, David Margolis,...
09/05/2025
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Videos

  • Viewpoints
    01/12/2026
    Zwelithini Tunyiswa, BA; Ryan P. Dirks, PA-C
    With tightening skin substitute reimbursement and increasing regulatory scrutiny, many are questioning whether mobile wound care remains sustainable. Drawing on real-world experience, this discussion reframes sustainability as a...
    With tightening skin substitute reimbursement and increasing regulatory scrutiny, many are questioning whether mobile wound care remains sustainable. Drawing on real-world experience, this discussion reframes sustainability as a...
    With tightening skin substitute...
    01/12/2026
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  • Viewpoints
    01/09/2026
    Zwelithini Tunyiswa; Ryan P. Dirks, PA-C
    In Part 2 of this interview series, Zwelithini Tunyiswa, BS, and Ryan Dirks, PA-C, of Open Wound Research confront the emotional and operational fallout of intensified fraud, waste, and abuse scrutiny in wound care—particularly as it relates...
    In Part 2 of this interview series, Zwelithini Tunyiswa, BS, and Ryan Dirks, PA-C, of Open Wound Research confront the emotional and operational fallout of intensified fraud, waste, and abuse scrutiny in wound care—particularly as it relates...
    In Part 2 of this...
    01/09/2026
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  • Viewpoints
    01/08/2026
    Caroline E. Fife, MD, FAAFP, CWS, FUHM
    Dr. Fife discusses the effects of CTP changes on hospital-based, mobile clinicians, skilled nursing and other settings, also touching on considerations with product handling.
    Dr. Fife discusses the effects of CTP changes on hospital-based, mobile clinicians, skilled nursing and other settings, also touching on considerations with product handling.
    Dr. Fife discusses the effects...
    01/08/2026
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  • Viewpoints
    01/06/2026
    Zwelithini Tunyiswa; Ryan P. Dirks, PA-C
    In part 1 of this interview series, Zwelithini Tunyiswa, BS, and Ryan Dirks, PA-C, of Open Wound Research examine how mobile wound care has been reshaped by the rapid rise of cellular and acellular matrix products (CAMPs)/skin substitutes.
    In part 1 of this interview series, Zwelithini Tunyiswa, BS, and Ryan Dirks, PA-C, of Open Wound Research examine how mobile wound care has been reshaped by the rapid rise of cellular and acellular matrix products (CAMPs)/skin substitutes.
    In part 1 of this interview...
    01/06/2026
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  • Matthew Regulski, DPM, FFPM, RCPS (Glasgow), DABMSP
    Viewpoints
    12/30/2025
    Matthew J. Regulski, DPM, ABMSP, CMET, FAPWH(c)
    CMS reimbursement reforms are reshaping the use of skin substitutes in wound care, phasing out high-cost, low-evidence products in favor of therapies backed by rigorous clinical data. New models like WISeR promote prior authorization to...
    CMS reimbursement reforms are reshaping the use of skin substitutes in wound care, phasing out high-cost, low-evidence products in favor of therapies backed by rigorous clinical data. New models like WISeR promote prior authorization to...
    CMS reimbursement reforms are...
    12/30/2025
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  • Viewpoints
    12/29/2025
    Diane G. Weiss, CPC, CPB, CCP, CHRI
    This speaker discusses how CTP changes affect various stakeholders, how prepared providers will be, whether regulatory efforts are fostering or stifling innovation, and what policy actions would ensure sustainable growth and fair competition...
    This speaker discusses how CTP changes affect various stakeholders, how prepared providers will be, whether regulatory efforts are fostering or stifling innovation, and what policy actions would ensure sustainable growth and fair competition...
    This speaker discusses how CTP...
    12/29/2025
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  • Viewpoints
    12/26/2025
    Nikolai Sopko, MD, PhD; Ned Swanson, MD
    As recent policy changes reshape the wound care and biologics landscape, the 351 pathway is emerging as one for innovation, rigor, and clinical confidence. While demanding in time and resources, these speakers share that they expect this...
    As recent policy changes reshape the wound care and biologics landscape, the 351 pathway is emerging as one for innovation, rigor, and clinical confidence. While demanding in time and resources, these speakers share that they expect this...
    As recent policy changes reshape...
    12/26/2025
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  • Viewpoints
    12/24/2025
    John Schroeder
    The regulatory environment is "dramatically stifling our efforts to innovate," notes this speaker.
    The regulatory environment is "dramatically stifling our efforts to innovate," notes this speaker.
    The regulatory environment is...
    12/24/2025
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  • Viewpoints
    12/23/2025
    Nikolai Sopko, MD, PhD; Ned Swanson, MD
    The 351 regulatory pathway demands a highly structured, data-intensive clinical trial process that ensures alignment with the FDA and payers before the first patient is enrolled. One company is working to build rigorous pre-market evidence...
    The 351 regulatory pathway demands a highly structured, data-intensive clinical trial process that ensures alignment with the FDA and payers before the first patient is enrolled. One company is working to build rigorous pre-market evidence...
    The 351 regulatory pathway...
    12/23/2025
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  • Viewpoints
    12/22/2025
    John Schroeder
    In this video, the speaker discusses "frustration and confusion" in the industry regarding clinical trials and notes a possible delay in product release.
    In this video, the speaker discusses "frustration and confusion" in the industry regarding clinical trials and notes a possible delay in product release.
    In this video, the speaker...
    12/22/2025
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Author Insights

Sandipta Mitra, MS, MRCS, DNB
Author Insights
06/25/2024
© 2024 HMP Global. All Rights Reserved. Any views and opinions expressed are those of the author(s) and/or participants and do not necessarily reflect the views, policy, or position of Wounds or HMP Global, their employees, and...
© 2024 HMP Global. All Rights Reserved. Any views and opinions expressed are those of the author(s) and/or participants and do not necessarily reflect the views, policy, or position of Wounds or HMP Global, their employees, and...
© 2024 HMP Global. All...
06/25/2024
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Linda Benskin, PhD
Author Insights
05/15/2024
Linda L Benskin, PhD, RN, SRN (Ghana), CWCN, CWS, DAPWCA, and Richard Benskin share background and key findings from their original research paper, "Development of the Available Technology Dressing: An Evidence-Based, Sustainable Solution for...
Linda L Benskin, PhD, RN, SRN (Ghana), CWCN, CWS, DAPWCA, and Richard Benskin share background and key findings from their original research paper, "Development of the Available Technology Dressing: An Evidence-Based, Sustainable Solution for...
Linda L Benskin, PhD, RN, SRN...
05/15/2024
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Windy Cole, DPM
Author Insights
05/15/2024
Windy Cole, DPM CWSP, shares details from her case series, "Monitoring the Effect of Continuous Topical Oxygen Therapy With Near-Infrared Spectroscopy: A Pilot Case Series in Wound Healing."
Windy Cole, DPM CWSP, shares details from her case series, "Monitoring the Effect of Continuous Topical Oxygen Therapy With Near-Infrared Spectroscopy: A Pilot Case Series in Wound Healing."
Windy Cole, DPM CWSP, shares...
05/15/2024
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Benedetta Galli, MD
Author Insights
05/14/2024
© 2024 HMP Global. All Rights Reserved. Any views and opinions expressed are those of the author(s) and/or participants and do not necessarily reflect the views, policy, or position of Wounds or HMP Global, their employees, and...
© 2024 HMP Global. All Rights Reserved. Any views and opinions expressed are those of the author(s) and/or participants and do not necessarily reflect the views, policy, or position of Wounds or HMP Global, their employees, and...
© 2024 HMP Global. All...
05/14/2024
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Dr. Paul J Kim
Author Insights
04/25/2024
Dr. Paul Kim discusses key points from his article, Multidisciplinary Expert Consensus Statements and Recommendations for use of Hypochlorous Acid as a Solution for Negative Pressure Wound Therapy With Instillation.
Dr. Paul Kim discusses key points from his article, Multidisciplinary Expert Consensus Statements and Recommendations for use of Hypochlorous Acid as a Solution for Negative Pressure Wound Therapy With Instillation.
Dr. Paul Kim discusses key...
04/25/2024
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Author Insights
04/25/2024
Dr. Nicolas Mouawad shares background and key insights from his brief report, "A Referral Pathway for Treating Patients With Severe Venous Disease Using Mechanical Thrombectomy."
Dr. Nicolas Mouawad shares background and key insights from his brief report, "A Referral Pathway for Treating Patients With Severe Venous Disease Using Mechanical Thrombectomy."
Dr. Nicolas Mouawad shares...
04/25/2024
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Author Insights
03/22/2024
Drs Samuel Adesina Ademola and Chinsunum Peace Isamah share insights from their paper, “Differences in burn wound size estimation between points of referral and the burn unit: A major burn center experience from southwestern Nigeria.”
Drs Samuel Adesina Ademola and Chinsunum Peace Isamah share insights from their paper, “Differences in burn wound size estimation between points of referral and the burn unit: A major burn center experience from southwestern Nigeria.”
Drs Samuel Adesina Ademola and...
03/22/2024
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Author Insights
02/27/2024
Dr. Christina Del Pin shares key details and background from her brief report, “Cisgender Cellular Tissue Products Improve Wound Healing.”
Dr. Christina Del Pin shares key details and background from her brief report, “Cisgender Cellular Tissue Products Improve Wound Healing.”
Dr. Christina Del Pin shares key...
02/27/2024
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Author Insights
02/26/2024
Dr. Kaiser O'Sahil Sadiq shares key details from his paper, “Topical phenytoin demonstrates improved wound healing, analgesic and antibacterial properties with minimal side effects: A systematic review.”
Dr. Kaiser O'Sahil Sadiq shares key details from his paper, “Topical phenytoin demonstrates improved wound healing, analgesic and antibacterial properties with minimal side effects: A systematic review.”
Dr. Kaiser O'Sahil Sadiq shares...
02/26/2024
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Author Insights
02/15/2024
Dr. Sara Ferreira shares key details from her original research paper, “Use of Homologous Platelet Gel to Manage Refractory Diabetic Lower Extremity Ulcers: Additional Experience at a Tertiary Hospital.”
Dr. Sara Ferreira shares key details from her original research paper, “Use of Homologous Platelet Gel to Manage Refractory Diabetic Lower Extremity Ulcers: Additional Experience at a Tertiary Hospital.”
Dr. Sara Ferreira shares key...
02/15/2024
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Webinars

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...
organogenesis
On-Demand
Description: Join us for a didactic presentation followed by a live Q&A focused on the use of dehydrated placental allograft membranes in acute and chronic wounds.  Learn about when and how to appropriately use dehydrated placental skin substitutes as well as hear from leading ...
Imbed Biosciences: SAM™ Antimicrobial Technology and a New Solution to Help Manage Both Infection Risk and Pain with SAM™ PainGuard™
On-Demand
SAM™ is a fully synthetic, ultra-thin, porous matrix composed of bioresorbable polymers. It conforms closely to the wound bed, maintaining a moist healing environment while providing sustained antimicrobial activity. With the addition of PainGuard™, it now also offers initial pain relie...
Miro3D and MiroDry: Three-dimensional solutions for addressing three-dimensional wounds
On-Demand
This session will discuss the use of Miro3D® Wound Matrix and the NEW MiroDry Wound Matrix (Reprise Biomedical, Inc., Minneapolis, MN) which are both three-dimensional porcine collagen matrices that can be press fit into deep, tunneling, and irregular wound beds across a variety of clin...