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PAD Awareness Month: How Our Wound Care Services Support Early Detection and Healing

2025-09-30T09:39:59-07:00

Peripheral Arterial Disease (PAD) affects millions of people and can severely impact wound healing, especially when blood flow to the limbs is compromised. Every year, more awareness is needed so that individuals recognize early signs and get care that prevents complications. We believe in empowering patients during PAD Awareness Month—and beyond—by providing comprehensive wound care ... Read More

PAD Awareness Month: How Our Wound Care Services Support Early Detection and Healing2025-09-30T09:39:59-07:00

A New Level of Care: Infusion & IV Therapy at Our Wound Care Centers

2025-09-30T09:40:31-07:00

When wounds resist healing because of infection, poor circulation, or chronic disease, the right medical approach can make the difference between slow recovery and meaningful healing. At West Coast Wound & Skin Care, our advanced wound care centers offer advanced infusion and IV therapy as integral parts of our comprehensive treatment offerings. We bring together ... Read More

A New Level of Care: Infusion & IV Therapy at Our Wound Care Centers2025-09-30T09:40:31-07:00

AI in Wound Care: How Artificial Intelligence Enhances Healing & Diagnosis

2025-09-12T18:35:05-07:00

Artificial intelligence (AI) is transforming healthcare (as well as so much else in life), and innovative wound care is no exception. As mobile and clinic-based care providers, we’ve seen firsthand how digital tools and data-driven innovations can improve accuracy, speed, and outcomes. AI, when used correctly, enhances every stage of wound treatment—from the moment of ... Read More

AI in Wound Care: How Artificial Intelligence Enhances Healing & Diagnosis2025-09-12T18:35:05-07:00

Professional Liability in the Wound Care Environment

2025-09-08T09:46:05-07:00

Whether in a hospital setting, outpatient clinic, or mobile wound care environment, clinicians are expected to adhere to established standards that safeguard patient outcomes and legal accountability. Clear, timely, and accurate wound documentation is often the difference between resolving a dispute quickly or being drawn into a prolonged legal or regulatory process. Below, we’ll explore ... Read More

Professional Liability in the Wound Care Environment2025-09-08T09:46:05-07:00

Risk Management for Wound Care Teams

2025-08-04T10:34:14-07:00

Risk management plays a pivotal role in maintaining quality, consistency, and safety in wound care. As mobile and outpatient care continues to evolve, providers are under increasing pressure to meet rigorous clinical documentation standards while mitigating risks tied to patient outcomes, infection control, and regulatory compliance. Proper wound assessment documentation is essential not only for ... Read More

Risk Management for Wound Care Teams2025-08-04T10:34:14-07:00

Better Hospital Policies for Wound Care Protocols

2025-07-29T13:37:21-07:00

As the landscape of healthcare evolves—with rising patient complexity, longer healing times, and diverse care environments—facilities must update their policies to reflect best practices in wound assessment documentation. These policies are not merely clerical guidelines; they shape clinical outcomes, support compliance, and safeguard patient safety. There are many ways that health care institutions can strengthen ... Read More

Better Hospital Policies for Wound Care Protocols2025-07-29T13:37:21-07:00

Wound Care Assessment Documentation Standards Done Right

2025-07-29T13:29:47-07:00

In the field of wound care, the way we document assessments is just as critical as the treatments we provide. When we take care of patients with complex wounds—including diabetic ulcers, pressure injuries, and trauma-related wounds—every detail we record in the wound care assessment helps guide treatment, protect patients, and maintain regulatory compliance. At West ... Read More

Wound Care Assessment Documentation Standards Done Right2025-07-29T13:29:47-07:00

OSHA Regulations for Infection Control in Wound Care

2025-07-14T10:41:31-07:00

Infection control and preventing infection are some of the most important wound care services that we provide. Always, we follow OSHA (the Occupational Safety and Health Administration) regulations when doing so. These protect both healthcare providers and patients by mandating safe practices in medical environments. These regulations can serve as part of the foundation for ... Read More

OSHA Regulations for Infection Control in Wound Care2025-07-14T10:41:31-07:00

What to Do If You’re Discharged From a Hospital and Still Need Wound Care

2025-06-11T13:31:13-07:00

When you leave a hospital, you, rightfully, might assume your recovery is on the right track. Hospitals play a critical role in healthcare. They can do so much for the wounded. They can provide urgent treatment that prevents wounds from worsening. However, for many patients, complete healing is a longer and more complex process than ... Read More

What to Do If You’re Discharged From a Hospital and Still Need Wound Care2025-06-11T13:31:13-07:00

How You’re Making Your Wounds Worse and How Wound Healing Works

2025-06-11T11:44:37-07:00

Wound healing is a process that, unfortunately,  many people unknowingly sabotage by making common mistakes. Whether it’s a minor cut or a more complex chronic wound, improper care can worsen the situation, prolong healing, and even lead to severe complications. Understanding what is the wound healing function and avoiding common errors can make all the ... Read More

How You’re Making Your Wounds Worse and How Wound Healing Works2025-06-11T11:44:37-07:00
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