Wound Care Program
Wound Care Program
Wound Care Program
The Wound Care Program at TNC is supervised by the on-site wound care physician. Individualized treatment plans, wound management and frequent reassessment assure effective and timely healing. Our goal is to promote wound healing while managing other illnesses and encouraging participation in therapies to maximize outcomes and help patients return home. Wound care services are offered on an inpatient and outpatient basis.
Wounds Treated
- Pressure injuries
- Ulcers from chronic conditions, such as: Diabetes Peripheral vascular disease Lymphedema
- Osteomyelitis and other infections
- Post-operative wounds and wound complications, such as: Amputations Wound dehiscence and infection Enteroatmospheric fistulas
- Ostomy care and associated complications
Comprehensive Services
- Daily physician-directed program with “hands on” thorough wound evaluation and patient care (24-hour care provided between nursing and interdisciplinary wound team)
- Wound Care Team includes: Physician, certified as a Wound Care Specialist, physical therapist, certified as a wound specialist and ostomy management specialist; wound and ostomy certified nurses and patient care technicians
- Evaluation and modification of environmental factors that may impact wound healing
- Implementing individualized specialty equipment that reduces pressure while sitting and lying
- Monitoring of nutritional status with appropriate intervention and supplementation to maximize healing potential
- Monitoring glucose and controlling overall metabolic state to facilitate wound healing
- Use of specialized wound dressings and therapies including NPWT and advanced biologics when indicated
- Collaboration with patient’s medical team and referring providers
- Patient and family education regarding self-care and wound prevention
- Case management and social work services
Dr. Norman ‘Chip’ Whisenant, D.O.
Dr. Norman ‘Chip’ Whisenant, D.O.Dr. Norman ‘Chip’ Whisenant, a full-time, on-site physician has directed the Wound Care Program since 1999. He coordinates the interdisciplinary care team and has extensive experience in the use of wound care dressings, negative pressure assisted wound care and excisional sharp debridement.
Dr. Whisenant completed his residency in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation at the University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio and is a certified Wound Care Specialist.
“Lucrecia “Rhonda” Leighton RN, WCC, OM
Lucrecia Leighton is a registered nurse, wound care certified and a certified Ostomy Management Specialist. She joined the team in 2013.