Tabitha Beck

Dr. Karen Bauer is a Wound Certified and Vascular Surgery Nurse Practitioner. She graduated with a B.A. in Sociology from the University of Toledo, an M.S. from The Ohio State University and a Doctorate of Nursing Practice from The University of Toledo. She has been practicing as a wound practitioner for over 19 years and in vascular surgery for over 8 years. She currently practices at George Washington university Hospital. Karen has extensive leadership experience, most recently at Emory University in the Division of Vascular Surgery as the Limb Preservation Coordinator. She was previously the Director of Wound and Vascular Services and Lead APP at the University of Toledo Medical Center in the Division of Vascular Surgery and concurrently as the Program Director at a rural wound center in Wauseon, Ohio, where she practiced for over 13 years.

She is the immediate past-President of the Society for Vascular Nursing and a long-time Board Member and Fellow of the AAWC. She is a Board Member of the Save a Leg Save a Life Foundation and the Alliance of Wound Care Stakeholders. Karen participates on the American Heart Association’s Peripheral Artery Disease National Action Plan Steering Committee and is an editorial reviewer for many scientific journals. She serves on numerous national committees and lectures regionally, nationally, and internationally. She is also a published writer.

Tabitha Beck is a dedicated Wound Care Nurse Practitioner, accomplished business owner, proud veteran, and loving wife and mother. With a career built on compassion, precision, and innovation, she has devoted herself to improving patient outcomes while simultaneously shaping the healthcare industry through her entrepreneurial endeavors.

After serving honorably in the military, Tabitha transitioned her commitment to service into healthcare, where she found her passion in wound care. Recognizing the profound impact of specialized nursing, she has focused her practice on advanced wound management, helping patients recover faster, prevent complications, and regain quality of life. Her clinical expertise is complemented by a deep understanding of patient education and advocacy, allowing her to connect meaningfully with those she cares for.

Beyond the clinical setting, Tabitha is a visionary entrepreneur. As a business owner, she has successfully combined her healthcare expertise with strategic leadership, creating innovative models for patient-centered care. She emphasizes operational excellence, professional collaboration, and compassionate service, setting her business apart in a competitive healthcare environment. Her work not only addresses immediate patient needs but also contributes to the broader evolution of wound care practices.

Throughout her multifaceted career, Tabitha Beck has remained guided by a commitment to service, integrity, and excellence. She is recognized not only for her clinical acumen but also for her ability to inspire others—whether colleagues, patients, or fellow entrepreneurs. Her journey reflects a rare combination of technical skill, leadership, and heartfelt humanity, making her a respected figure in both healthcare and her community.

Whether in the clinic, the boardroom, or at home, Tabitha continues to lead with purpose, shaping lives through care, innovation, and unwavering dedication to those she serves.

Dylan is a Certified Wound, Ostomy, and Continence Nurse (CWOCN) at UAB Medicine, where he serves as the quality lead for the hospital’s wound, ostomy, and continence team. He earned his Master of Science in Nursing concentrating in Nursing Education from the University of North Alabama in 2024. Additionally, he serves as an adjunct clinical instructor at Wallace State Community College.

Dylan’s clinical interests include pressure injury prevention, diabetic foot ulcers, and complex abdominal wounds. He is actively involved in professional organizations and serves as Vice President of the Central Alabama Wound, Ostomy, and Continence Nurses Association. Dylan is a member of the Wound, Ostomy and Continence Nurses Society (WOCN), the American Association of Critical-Care Nurses (AACN), and Sigma Theta Tau International Honor Society of Nursing.

Kelly McFee, DNP is a Board-Certified Family Nurse Practitioner, Certified Wound Specialist and Advanced Practice Certified Wound Care Nurse who is practicing wound care and hyperbaric medicine in northwest Missouri. She received a BSN from Missouri Western State University, MSN from the University of Missouri – Kansas City, MHA from Colorado State University Global, and DNP from the University of South Alabama.
Kelly is a member of the Board of Directors for the Association for the Advancement of Wound Care, a member of the board of the Midwest Chapter of the WOCN, and board member of the American College of Clinical Wound Specialists where she is a past chairman of the board. Kelly is also a member of the PDSI task force, a joint endeavor with the NPIAP and EPUAP and is on the Editorial Advisory Board for WoundSource.