HMH - Wound Care - Hackensack
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About Us
A wound that won't heal can be frustrating and concerning, impacting your health and quality of life.
The Wound Care Center at Hackensack University Medical Center provides a dedicated, multidisciplinary team of experts focused on one goal: healing your wound. We specialize in treating complex, chronic wounds that have not responded to conventional treatment.
Using the most advanced therapies available, we develop a personalized care plan to accelerate healing and get you back to your life.
Key Services
- Treating a variety of complex wounds, including:
- Diabetic Foot Ulcers
- Venous Stasis Ulcers
- Arterial Ulcers
- Pressure Injuries (Bedsores)
- Non-Healing Surgical Wounds
- Wounds from Traumatic Injury
- Radiation-Related Tissue Damage
About Us
A wound that won't heal can be frustrating and concerning, impacting your health and quality of life.
The Wound Care Center at Hackensack University Medical Center provides a dedicated, multidisciplinary team of experts focused on one goal: healing your wound. We specialize in treating complex, chronic wounds that have not responded to conventional treatment.
Using the most advanced therapies available, we develop a personalized care plan to accelerate healing and get you back to your life.
Key Services
- Treating a variety of complex wounds, including:
- Diabetic Foot Ulcers
- Venous Stasis Ulcers
- Arterial Ulcers
- Pressure Injuries (Bedsores)
- Non-Healing Surgical Wounds
- Wounds from Traumatic Injury
- Radiation-Related Tissue Damage
Specialized Care for Chronic and Non-Healing Wounds in Hackensack
Our Advanced Wound Care Treatments and Services
We offer a comprehensive range of the most effective wound healing technologies and treatments available today. Our specialists will conduct a thorough assessment and create a customized treatment plan that may include:
- Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy (HBOT): This advanced treatment involves breathing 100% oxygen in a pressurized chamber to dramatically increase the oxygen in your blood, promoting the growth of new skin and blood vessels to accelerate healing.
- Wound Debridement: The removal of dead or unhealthy tissue from a wound is a critical step to stimulate healing and prevent infection.
- Bio-engineered Skin Grafts and Skin Substitutes: We use advanced biological skin grafts and substitutes to cover wounds and encourage new skin growth, especially for diabetic ulcers and other difficult-to-heal wounds.
- Negative Pressure Wound Therapy (Wound VAC): A vacuum is used to draw out fluid, reduce swelling, and increase blood flow to the wound bed, promoting faster healing.
- Advanced Topical Dressings: We utilize specialized dressings that create the optimal moist environment for healing, manage drainage, and protect the wound.
- Compression Therapy: For wounds related to venous insufficiency, compression wraps and stockings are used to improve circulation and reduce swelling.
Frequently Asked Questions
It is time to see a wound care specialist if you have a sore or wound that has not started to heal within two weeks or is not completely healed in six weeks. This is especially important for individuals with underlying conditions such as diabetes, poor circulation, or a compromised immune system. Seek immediate consultation if you notice:
- A wound that is getting larger or more painful.
- Increased redness, swelling, or warmth around the wound.
- Foul odor or increased drainage from the wound.
- A fever or chills, which can indicate a serious infection.
To make your first visit as smooth and productive as possible, please bring the following items:
- Your photo identification and insurance card.
- A referral from your primary care physician, if required by your insurance plan.
- A list of all current medications, vitamins, and supplements you are taking, including dosages.
- Any recent lab results, blood sugar logs, or imaging reports (such as thyroid ultrasounds) related to your condition.
- A list of questions you have for the endocrinologist.