A nonprofit organization composed of clinical and basic scientists and wound care specialists, the mission of the WHS is to improve wound healing outcomes through science, professional …

The Foundation funded the creation of wound healing guidelines for acute wounds, chronic wounds and prevention of wounds by best practices and evidence. These guidelines are freely …

The Wound Care Pathway was formally ratified by 96 wound care specialists and non-specialists and provides practical, evidence-based guidance on how to assess, treat and monitor wound …

May 29, 2025 · To ensure proper healing through the expected stages, the wound base should be well vascularized, free of devitalized tissue, clear of infectious burdens, and have appropriate …

Use foam dressing if the wound is draining heavily. Change dressing once or twice a day if wound is heavily exudating. As the wound heals and exudation is reduced, dressing changes can be …

Below you will find wound care resources, including the AAWC Guidelines and Educational Brochures created by volunteer AAWC leaders to advance the practice of wound care.

The guideline is a resource for WOC nurse specialists, other nurses, and health care professionals who work with adults who have/or are at risk of wounds due to LEAD. The …

Certified wound care nurses assess, treat, and create care plans for patients with complex wounds, ostomies, and incontinence conditions. They act as educators and consultants to staff …

May 31, 2022 · The current standard of care in wound management comprises assessment, cleansing, wound bed preparation, patient-centered care, advanced wound therapies, and …

Nov 13, 2025 · Based on Rose Hamm's acclaimed Text and Atlas of Wound Diagnosis and Treatment, this illustrated resource aligns with APTA's program, providing clear, concise …