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Wound Care
Approximately four million Americans have wounds that do not heal. They may have diabetes, poor circulation or other health conditions that increase their risk for chronic or non-healing wounds. In addition to experiencing ongoing pain or discomfort, people with chronic wounds are often unable to fully participate in activities they once enjoyed.

The Wound Care Program at St. Joseph’s Wayne Hospital provides comprehensive evaluation and treatment to people with either acute or chronic wounds that are difficult to heal. The Wound Care Program offers a multidisciplinary approach to wound care that promotes optimum healing in a timely manner. Our goals are to heal the patient’s wound, educate the patient about effective wound management and prevent recurrence of the wound. Our staff utilizes evidence-based clinical practice guidelines in wound care management.

In addition to providing treatment for patients with chronic wounds, the Wound Care Program at St. Joseph’s Wayne also treats people with:
  • Infected wounds
  • Surgical wounds 
  • Burns 
  • Post-surgical wounds

Services Provided:
  • Evaluation and wound assessment-Our staff will take a full health history in order to understand if other health factors may be affecting the wound healing process. 
  • Treatment Plan-Our multidisciplinary team develops an individualized treatment plan that includes wound care treatment, education, and other supportive services. 
  • Education- Patients, their families and caregivers will be educated on how to care for wounds at home and will be instructed on how to modify or alter the patient’s lifestyle to facilitate the healing process. 
  • Nutritional Support- Clinical dietitians will evaluate each patient’s nutritional status and develop an individualized dietary plan to assure that each patient is receiving adequate nutrition to promote healing.

For further information on the Wound Care Program and to schedule an evaluation, please contact:  973.956.3350.