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The Center for Wound Care

Wounds that will not heal can diminish a person’s quality of life due to pain, fear and reduced mobility. The Center for Wound Care Healing (TCWH) at HCGH offers a multi-disciplinary approach that uses the most advanced tools for the diagnosis and treatment of non-healing wounds. Our goal is to help heal your wounds so you can get back to enjoying life.

Evaluation and Treatment Plan
Our team of wound-care specialists, doctors, nurses, physical therapists and other medical professionalsWound Care patient will work with your doctor to develop a treatment plan that meets your unique needs. Treatment may begin during your first appointment.

The Center for Wound Care also provides extensive education and coordination of services including diagnostic tests, durable medical equipment, dressing supplies and home care services. Consultations are arranged as needed with diabetes nurse educators, dieticians, orthotists, and therapists certified in manual lymph drainage and complete decongestive therapy.

Treatment Options
The Center for Wound Care offers some of the most advanced treatments available for healing wounds, including debridements, infection control, compression therapy, patient education and preventive measures to minimize the recurrence of wounds.

Medical Staff
The Center for Wound Care staff includes the following highly-qualified medical professionals:

  • Dr. Richard Feinberg, Vascular and Endovascular Surgery
  • Dr. Mohammed Gheba, Vascular and General Surgery
  • Dr. John Hawkins, Podiactric Medicine and Surgery
  • Dr. Ronald Luethke, Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, Medical Director
  • Dr. Sarah A. Mess, Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery
  • Dr. Wade Ritter, Podiatric Medicine and Surgery
  • Dr. Edmund Tortolani, Vascular and General Surgery

What to Bring for Registration
To make your registration as easy as possible, please bring the following items:

  • A list of current medications and any known allergies
  • Previous medical records and surgical history
  • Insurance forms including insurance cards, referrals or prescriptions
Save time by printing and filling out these forms before coming in:

Referrals are required for the treating physician and for The Center for Wound Care.

For more information about The Center for Wound Healing or to make an appointment, call 410-740-7800.
       
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