Upon completion of this conference, participants will be better able to:

Day 1

1. Apply techniques of biofilm-based wound care to stimulate healing of chronic wounds.
2. Correctly utilize advanced wound healing treatments to stimulate healing of chronic wounds.
3. Define Platelet Rich Plasma (PRP) and Ultra Sound therapy in wound healing and effect on microenvironment.
4. Engage healthcare practitioners in the human side of providing care.
5. Discuss current medical management of ulcerative colitis and Crohn’s.

Day 2

1. Recognize how pressure ulcers are evaluated for surgical reconstruction.
2. Describe how they might use a framework to approach the initial evaluation of atypical wounds, and discuss management considerations for certain atypical wounds.
3. Describe common rashes seen in patients with chronic wounds.
4. Evaluate and treat complex wound complications resulting from colorectal surgery.
5. Discuss pouching and skin care strategies for patients with complex wounds in conjunction with challenging ostomy appliance needs.
6. Describe the types of wounds in this population.