Wounds that won't heal
About five million Americans suffer
from chronic wounds that won’t heal.
Often, these wounds won’t heal due to
a variety of factors such as age, diet,
circulatory problems, diabetes, arthritis,
kidney disease, and smoking. These
wounds can become infected, requiring
amputation in extreme cases, if not
treated in a timely and effective manner.
The Center for Wound Healing at
Fort Hamilton Hospital believes in
offering a comprehensive program that
includes state-of-the-art treatment for
non-healing wounds. We are staffed
with a unique team of doctors, nurses
and therapists who have had intense
training in the latest advancements of
healing chronic wounds. The causes
of open sores are complex and our
group represents expertise in all of the
major areas necessary to handle their
varied circumstances and challenges.
How to start healing: 
- Generally the physician presently
treating your wound will refer you
to the Center for Wound Healing at
Fort Hamilton Hospital. Or, you can
make your appointment directly.
- When you call for your first
appointment we’ll ask you a few
questions about your wound
and health in general.
- Before beginning treatment, our team
of doctors, nurses and therapists will
thoroughly evaluate your wound and
review your health and medical history.
- Tests might be conducted to tell us
more about your blood flow and
tissue oxygenation as well as the
amount of healthy tissue present.
- Together with your physician, we’ll
develop a treatment program based
on our assessment of your special
needs. Your program will likely
involve regular visits to the Center
for Wound Healing. Your progress
is meticulously documented and
treatment adjusted as necessary.
- We are in frequent communication with
your doctor throughout your care. Once
your wound is healed, you’ll return to
your doctor for follow-up care. And
of course, you’ll continue with your
personal doctor for any related ailments
like diabetes and hypertension.
What to bring to your first appointment:
- A list of medications you’re
currently taking as well as any
allergies you’re aware of
- Medical records including
x-rays if you have them
- Insurance forms or cards
Your role in the healing process:
Much of the success of your treatment
depends on you. We’ll count on you to
follow directions carefully and watch your
progress closely. You’ll learn about caring
for your wound at home including how
to change dressings and how to protect
yourself from further injuries. We’re
always here to answer questions and
give you the support you need to heal.
Proven success in a
caring environment:
Our results are impressive, with most
chronic wounds improved within weeks.
The Center for Wound Healing at
Fort Hamilton Hospital believes
in leading the way to better health
with new wound healing options.
There’s no longer any reason to live with an open sore:
H
ealing a chronic wound has its own set
of unique requirements. At the Center
for Wound Healing at Fort Hamilton
Hospital we’re equipped and staffed to
meet them all, with most treatments
covered by Medicare/Medicaid, HMOs
and other insurance plans. As experts
we believe in caring for people whose
open sores have resisted traditional
treatment with a success rate of 80
percent healed in 12 – 16 weeks.
For more information about the
Center for Wound Healing at Fort
Hamilton Hospital, or to make an
appointment, call 513-867-2057.
