Summer is an active time of year, which means not only more fun but also more opportunities for injury. If you happen to suffer from a wound, come to Preston Memorial Hospital’s Wound Healing Center. The staff of the Wound Healing Center consists of providers trained specifically in wound healing techniques. We work to educate you on why you have a non-healing wound, what both you and our team needs to do to heal it, and what you can do to prevent future problems.
Here are some frequently asked questions about our Wound Healing Center:
Why should I go the Wound Healing Center?
All wounds do not heal the same. Preston Memorial Wound Healing Center has staff specially trained in treating difficult to heal wounds. We know what to expect and what to do when healing does not happen as anticipated. We offer you the best chance of closing your wounds. We work closely with our patients and their Primary Care Providers to determine the reason that you have a difficult wound and why it isn’t healing. We will then work together as a team to implement the best healing techniques to close your wound.
What will be done at the Wound Healing Center?
Once we determine the cause of your wound, we can decide the best course of therapy. The initial workup may include examination, x-rays or bone scan, blood work, bedside testing. You will have a periodic return appointment so that we may follow the progress of your wound and change the treatment as needed. We will help you make arrangements for care at home that will include family members and/or friends. When the extent of home care is too much for you or your family, we can help to arrange home nursing care.
Do I have to go to the Center every day?
All wounds are different and have different needs. Most patients with wounds require an initial evaluation and then follow up visits. The follow up visits may be weekly, bi weekly, or even monthly. We will work with you to develop a plan that fits your lifestyle and needs.
Do I need a referral?
Most insurance carriers do not require a referral for wound care. If you have any concerns, you can contact your insurance company and inquire. If you do need a referral we will work with you to obtain it so that we can get started healing your wound.
If you have a wound that’s having trouble healing, come to the Wound Healing Center at Preston Memorial Hospital. You can learn more about us here, including types of wounds we treat and the services we offer.
