Faculty

Amy Bruggemann

MSN, FNP-BC, CWS
Director of Clinical Operations
Specialized Wound Management

Amy is a dedicated, board-certified nurse practitioner specializing in wound care. She oversees a highly skilled team of nurse practitioners in post-acute care. As the Director of Clinical Operations at Specialized Wound Management since 2004, she brings extensive experience to her role. Amy has also held certification as a wound care specialist from the American Board of Wound Management for 20 years.

With a career spanning over 30 years, Amy's journey in healthcare began as a nurse assistant. She has seamlessly transitioned through various roles, including NP, DON, MDS, care plans, floor nurse, and nurse assistant. Her passion lies in post-acute care, aiming to deliver advanced wound care directly to the bedside. Furthermore, she strives to establish partnerships with the communities they serve by fostering ongoing support and education for the nursing staff to develop a successful skin and wound care program.

Amy's commitment extends beyond her clinical responsibilities. She actively contributes to the field by writing and editing textbooks and journals, offering expertise as a consultant and expert witness, participating in provider panels, and delivering lectures nationwide on advanced wound care and related subjects.

2026 Sessions

Antimicrobial Dressings in Action: What to Use and When

This interactive session will help clinicians choose the right antimicrobial dressing for differing clinical scenarios. Using case-based polling, participants will compare silver, iodine, and honey-based products, discussing when each offers optimal benefit. Emphasis will be placed on stewardship principles and tailoring interventions to infection risk and wound type.

Speaker

Friday, March 20 6:55–7:55 PM
Faculty

Amy Bruggemann

MSN, FNP-BC, CWS
Director of Clinical Operations
Specialized Wound Management

Amy is a dedicated, board-certified nurse practitioner specializing in wound care. She oversees a highly skilled team of nurse practitioners in post-acute care. As the Director of Clinical Operations at Specialized Wound Management since 2004, she brings extensive experience to her role. Amy has also held certification as a wound care specialist from the American Board of Wound Management for 20 years.

With a career spanning over 30 years, Amy's journey in healthcare began as a nurse assistant. She has seamlessly transitioned through various roles, including NP, DON, MDS, care plans, floor nurse, and nurse assistant. Her passion lies in post-acute care, aiming to deliver advanced wound care directly to the bedside. Furthermore, she strives to establish partnerships with the communities they serve by fostering ongoing support and education for the nursing staff to develop a successful skin and wound care program.

Amy's commitment extends beyond her clinical responsibilities. She actively contributes to the field by writing and editing textbooks and journals, offering expertise as a consultant and expert witness, participating in provider panels, and delivering lectures nationwide on advanced wound care and related subjects.

Faculty

Pamela Scarborough

PT, DPT, CWS
Founder and Chief Education Officer (CEdO)
PARKS Institute

Dr. Scarborough is the Director of Clinical Education and Fellowship Program at United Wound Healing. Her career as a physical therapist spans over 40 years, having practiced across the continuum of care. In addition to contributing to wound management books and periodicals, Dr. Scarborough is a sought-after speaker and educator, presenting nationally on wound prevention and management topics. Her engaging and clinically relevant presentations have helped educate countless healthcare professionals, empowering them to provide advanced wound care for their patients and residents. When not traveling, Pamela leads a quiet, nature-filled life in the Texas Hill Country with her husband, Gregory Dean and cherished feline companion, Mr. Kitty.

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