Wound Care

Center for Wound Healing and Hyperbaric Medicine

The Center for Wound Healing and Hyperbaric Medicine provides comprehensive treatment options for patients suffering from acute, chronic and non-healing wounds. When wounds persist, a specialized approach is required for healing.

Conveniently located across the street from the hospital, the Wound Care Center features dedicated examine and treatment rooms, as well as hyperbaric oxygen . The staff includes an integrated team of specialists with advanced training in wound care. Typically, a wound that does not respond to normal medical care within 30 days is considered a problem or chronic wound.

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The Center for Wound Healing and Hyperbaric Medicine offers you access to specially trained physicians and advanced methodologies for clinical wound care and oxygen treatments.

MHIN Wound Care physicians utilize a variety of clinical treatments, therapies and support services to treat chronic wounds. The physicians providing coverage at MHIN come from differing medical backgrounds, enabling specialized care matched to the location and cause of the patient’s wound.

Patients may refer themselves for treatment, or obtain a physician referral. Pressure ulcers, traumatic wounds, problem surgical wounds and other types of soft complex soft-tissue injuries may also be treated at the center.

To make an appointment or to find out about The Center for Wound Healing and Hyperbaric Medicine , please call 812-825-0756.

Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy

Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy helps the body’s wound healing mechanisms function more efficiently. While enclosed in a hyperbaric chamber, patients breathe pure oxygen. This results in saturating the patient’s blood plasma and allows it to carry 15 to 20 times the normal amount of healing oxygen throughout the body.

Care for Diabetics

Diabetics tend to experience non-healing wounds, also known as diabetic ulcers, on their feet, heal or toes. In order to prevent complications from wounds that have not started healing in 2 weeks or completed healing in 6 weeks, you should consult your physician whether wound care at the Wound Care Center is necessary. The medical professionals at the Wound Care Center can help to prevent serious complications associated with non-healing wounds.

Preventing More Serious Consequences

The Wound Care Center is experienced in helping people recover from wounds and surgical incisions that are not healing properly. They have also helped many immobile patients recover from bed sores. The medical professionals at the Wound Care Center can help to prevent serious complications associated with non-healing wounds.

Gene DeVane, DPM

Podiatry

James Topolgus, MD

General Surgeon

Wound Care and Hyperbaric Medicine FAQs

What is the Center for Wound Healing and Hyperbaric Medicine?

The Center for Wound Healing and Hyperbaric Medicine at Monroe Hospital provides comprehensive treatment for patients with acute, chronic, and non-healing wounds. Our integrated team of specialists has advanced training in wound care and uses a specialized approach for wounds that haven’t responded to standard medical treatment. The Center is conveniently located across the street from the hospital and features dedicated exam and treatment rooms, including hyperbaric oxygen therapy.

What is a chronic wound?

A wound that does not respond to normal medical care within 30 days is considered a problem or chronic wound. If your wound isn’t healing, specialized care may be needed. Don’t wait — the sooner a chronic wound is treated, the better the outcome.

What types of wounds are treated at the Center?

The Center treats a wide range of wounds, including pressure ulcers, traumatic wounds, problem surgical wounds, diabetic ulcers, and other complex soft-tissue injuries. If you’re unsure whether your wound qualifies, call us at 812-825-0756 and we’ll help you find out.

Do I need a doctor's referral to be seen?

No. Patients may refer themselves for treatment or obtain a physician referral. Either way, our team will evaluate your wound and develop a personalized care plan.

What is hyperbaric oxygen therapy and how does it work?

Hyperbaric oxygen therapy (HBOT) helps the body’s wound healing mechanisms function more efficiently. While enclosed in a hyperbaric chamber, you breathe pure oxygen. This saturates your blood plasma and allows it to carry 15 to 20 times the normal amount of healing oxygen throughout your body — accelerating the healing process.

Can someone stay with me during treatment?

To protect the privacy of our patients, family members may not remain with you during treatment. A comfortable waiting area is provided for them. A trained staff member will always be present with you and you can communicate with them at any time.

What should I expect at my first appointment?

Your wound will be examined and measured. Your care team will ask about your medical history, current medications, and pain level. Safety checks will be completed and a personalized treatment plan will be reviewed with you before care begins.

Is wound care or HBOT painful?

Most treatments cause minimal discomfort. Your care team will ask about your pain at every visit and will take steps to keep you comfortable throughout.

What if I have diabetes?

Diabetics are especially prone to non-healing wounds — commonly on the feet, heel, or toes. If a wound has not started healing within 2 weeks, or has not fully healed within 6 weeks, you should consult your physician about whether wound care at the Center is necessary. Our team can help prevent serious complications associated with non-healing diabetic wounds.

What should I tell my care team before starting treatment?

Let your care team know if you have diabetes, a history of cancer treatment, or any implanted medical devices such as a pacemaker or pain pump. This helps your team choose the safest and most effective treatment approach for you.

Is wound care covered by my insurance?

Medicare and most private insurance plans cover wound care for chronic, non-healing wounds. We will review your coverage with you before treatment begins so there are no surprises.