Reflections on 20 Years in Wound Care: Lessons from the Frontlines of Technology

Reflections on 20 Years in Wound Care: Lessons from the Frontlines of Technology

By Jon Blanciak, Regional Account Executive, Net Health Over the last 20 years, I’ve learned much about wound care and the people who work in it. While my career didn’t begin in wound care, it has been my home for over 20 years. I got a degree in Industrial Management from Carnegie Mellon University, and…

Burn Wound Care: Treatment and Industry Outlook

Burn Wound Care: Treatment and Industry Outlook

Burn wound care is a complex and evolving field that requires a multidisciplinary approach to master. The space can encompass a wide range of specialties, including surgery, internal medicine, infectious disease, and rehabilitation medicine. A 2023 market analysis report on burn care valued the market size at $2.61 billion and projected it to grow at…

Pus Proficiency: Understanding Purulent Drainage

Pus Proficiency: Understanding Purulent Drainage

Wound drainage management is an essential component of wound care. The presence of purulent drainage indicates infection and healing status. Non-healing wounds affect millions of individuals in the United States, impacting a significant portion of those over 65. Knowledge of the characteristics, implications, and proper management of purulent drainage is crucial for optimal wound healing….

Fit-for-Duty Exam: A Deep Dive

Fit-for-Duty Exam: A Deep Dive

Occupational medicine physicians have the task of conducting one of the most important employee safety assessments: the fit-for-duty exam. Without this exam, workplaces can become much more dangerous, accident-prone environments. Employees may also suffer from substance abuse and mental health issues that go unchecked without the exam. Use the guide below to ensure you’re prepared…

Wound Care 5 in ’25: Our Top Opportunities and Challenges

Wound Care 5 in ’25: Our Top Opportunities and Challenges

By Alisha Oropallo, MD, FACS, FSVS, FAPWCA, FABWMS, Director, Department of Vascular and Endovascular Surgery Comprehensive Wound Healing Center and Hyperbarics, Northwell Health From the launch of promising new therapies to the uncertainty of regulatory changes to emerging technologies, 2025 is poised to be a transformative year for wound care. With all that lies ahead,…

Suture Removal CPT Codes and How to Use Them

Suture Removal CPT Codes and How to Use Them

Those who work in the healthcare industry are often accustomed to medical terminology and the alphabet soup of acronyms. However, even those with the most extensive experience with medical jargon occasionally find themselves stumped by Current Procedural Terminology (CPT) codes. In the United States, we rely on the CPT coding system to report our services…

Sealing the Deal: Wound Glue’s Role in Treatment

Sealing the Deal: Wound Glue’s Role in Treatment

Wound glue, also known as wound adhesive, has changed the way healthcare professionals close wounds. This alternative to sutures and staples provides a quick, painless, and effective method for treating cuts, lacerations, and surgical incisions. Over the past several years, wound glue has grown popular in emergency rooms, operating rooms, and primary care clinics. While…

The Undermining Wound: What’s Now and What’s Next

The Undermining Wound: What’s Now and What’s Next

Have you seen those cross-sectional pictures of icebergs? The ones that show what appear to be a collection of icicles sticking above the water, but under the surface is the remainder of the structure that’s much larger than you’d expect. If you have, then you know how closely this image often aligns with that of…