Supported by an educational grant from Solventum, Medical Surgical Business.

Learning Objectives:
• Explore the challenges of managing wound exudate and apply evidence-based criteria to select dressings that effectively control exudate, protect periwound skin, reduce leakage and dressing change frequency, and improve patient quality of life.
• Evaluate the science and clinical utility of oxidized regenerated cellulose (ORC)/collagen dressings with silver and their integration with negative pressure wound therapy (NPWT) to optimize wound bed preparation and improve healing outcomes across complex wound types.
• Review advancements in NPWT, including novel peel-and-place dressings, and apply an algorithmic approach to selecting appropriate technologies based on wound characteristics, patient needs, and transitions across care settings.
• Examine the role of polymer cyanoacrylate–based skin protectants for management of skin damage and protection of at-risk skin

Supported by an educational grant from Urgo Medical North America.

Learning Objectives:
• Explain why effective germ removal is critical to optimal wound healing.
• Examine how HOCl-based cleansers and gels work, and the rationale behind why cleansers should be hypochlorite-free.
• Describe how highly charged fibers capture slough and analyze how HOCl-based cleansers support and enhance the desloughing process.
• Evaluate how the clinical implementation of science-based desloughing and debriding products influences patient outcomes and overall wound care quality.

Supported by an educational grant from HARTMANN USA, Inc.

Learning Objectives:
1. Identify key biomarkers, clinical indicators, and risk factors associated with stalled or non-healing wounds, and apply structured assessment tools (e.g., TIMERS, BIOMES) to recognize imbalance in the wound healing trajectory.
2. Explain the BIOMES concept and its role in early identification of barriers to wound healing, enabling timely intervention and appropriate referral for patients at risk of non-healing wounds.
3. Select appropriate wound dressings based on wound characteristics and healing barriers, with emphasis on the use of a novel silicone superabsorbent polymer (SAP) dressing designed to balance the wound microenvironment, reduce excess protease activity, minimize local inflammation, and support progression from stalled to active wound healing.
4. Explore, through case-based examples, the application of the BIOMES framework to guide appropriate dressing selection and treatment strategies—including the use of novel SAP dressing —to maintain wound balance and support progression toward wound healing.

Supported by an educational grant from Coloplast Corp.

Learning Objectives:
• Examine challenges in acute wound care management related to reliance on wound fillers, including care complexity, delays in specialty wound consultation and treatment initiation, risks of improper filling, and increased nursing time and resource use.
• Explain the importance of wound dressing selection in the acute care setting, emphasizing dressing conformity to the wound bed, effective exudate management, and maintenance of a moist healing environment.
• Assess how the clinical features of a novel silicone foam dressing, including lift-and-reapply capability, can improve care efficiency, standardization, and continuity of wound assessment in the acute care setting.
• Navigate illustrative case studies utilizing a novel silicone dressing for the management of a variety of wounds with depth in the acute care setting

Sponsored by Smith and Nephew

This keynote explores the essential partnership between podiatric and vascular specialists in optimizing outcomes for patients with chronic wounds and limb-threatening ischemia. The keynote speaker will discuss how “toe and flow” collaboration enhances diagnosis, reduces amputation risk, and drives successful healing. Attendees will gain insight into multidisciplinary coordination models that improve both patient outcomes and system efficiency.

A deep dive into the fundamentals of assessing the diabetic foot, including neuropathy testing, vascular pulse evaluation, and gait analysis. This session will guide clinicians through identifying anatomical risks, classifying diabetic foot ulcers using systems like WIFI, and differentiating pressure injuries from DFUs. Practical takeaways will include best practices for footwear assessment, orthotics, and documentation for ongoing management.

Successful wound healing begins with metabolic control. This session will cover comprehensive glucose management strategies, from pharmacologic interventions and continuous glucose monitoring to nutrition and exercise planning. Practical guidance will help clinicians collaborate across disciplines to optimize glycemic control and improve wound outcomes.

A return to the essentials of dressing selection—foams, alginates, hydrogels, and more. This foundational session will clarify the role of each dressing type in moisture balance, absorption, and protection. Attendees will leave with renewed confidence in making cost-effective, evidence-based dressing choices.

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Explore the latest in regenerative and adjunctive treatments—skin substitutes, platelet-rich plasma (PRP), hyperbaric oxygen therapy, and more. Faculty will review clinical evidence, patient selection, and cost considerations for each modality. Attendees will gain a balanced view of where these interventions fit in the treatment continuum and how to integrate them effectively into clinical practice.

GLP-1 receptor agonists have changed the landscape of diabetes management—but what is their role in wound healing? This session will examine the emerging data linking GLP-1s to improved vascular function, reduced inflammation, and enhanced tissue repair. Discussion will include safety considerations, real-world evidence, and implications for multidisciplinary wound care.

This session provides actionable guidance for the use of cellular and tissue-based products in long-term and post-acute settings. A structured checklist will help clinicians determine when and how to apply substitutes, ensuring compliance with regulations and payer expectations. Case-based discussion will emphasize patient selection, documentation, and coordination of care.

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Offloading remains a cornerstone of diabetic foot ulcer management. In this practical session, Physical Therapist Kristin Bojrab will explain techniques and technologies from custom soft casting to total contact casting, while also touching on options for those with limited resources that reduce plantar pressure and promote healing. Attendees will learn to evaluate gait patterns, select appropriate interventions, and collaborate with rehabilitation professionals for optimal results.

Join an infectious disease expert and plastic surgeon as they discuss real-world cases where complex infections demand surgical collaboration. This session will explore decision-making in debridement, tissue salvage, and reconstructive options. Participants will leave with frameworks for timely consultation and strategies for navigating interprofessional care to optimize healing and limb preservation.

This session reframes lower-limb cleansing as a therapeutic intervention central to successful venous leg ulcer management. Drawing on insights from the recent Wounds UK debate and IWII 2025 guidance, Dr Atkin will outline evidence-based approaches that strengthen skin integrity, reduce infection risk and optimise healing. Particular emphasis is placed on the often-overlooked periwound skin, recognising that inflammation, dryness and especially maceration, a frequent consequence of excess exudate and moisture imbalance, which can significantly delay wound healing. Attendees will learn structured cleansing techniques, strategies to prevent and manage maceration, and practical pathways for integrating comprehensive limb hygiene into routine care. The session aims to shift practice from task-based wound cleaning to purposeful, therapeutic limb preparation that improves comfort and healing outcomes.

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Learn to distinguish between critical colonization and infection in chronic wounds. This presentation will focus on methods for assessing biofilm presence, choosing appropriate cleansing solutions, and selecting antimicrobial interventions. Attendees will gain tools for timely, evidence-based decision-making in infection management and wound bed preparation.

With rapid advances in imaging, AI, and digital diagnostics, wound assessment is entering a new era. This session will highlight innovations in objective wound measurement, perfusion analysis, and remote monitoring. Case studies will illustrate how emerging tools can improve accuracy, consistency, and interdisciplinary communication in wound management.

As awareness of lymphedema grows, clinicians must stay informed about best practices and reimbursement strategies. This session reviews proper assessment of edema and appropriate management based on the diagnosis and new training pathways, coding considerations, and clinical guidelines for managing lower limb edema. Attendees will gain insights into building sustainable programs and improving outcomes for this growing patient population.

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Hear from Dr. Karen Bauer, a Wound Certified and Vascular Surgery Nurse Practitioner, and Dr. Olamide Alabi, a Vascular Surgeon, as they share what every clinician should understand about referral timing. Learn the clinical red flags that signal ischemia or surgical need, and understand how early interdisciplinary coordination can prevent amputations. Practical algorithms and communication strategies will be provided to streamline referrals and improve outcomes.

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.

This session examines innovative approaches to patient education using artificial intelligence and digital tools. Learn how to develop customized educational content that promotes adherence, wound hygiene, and early reporting of complications. Practical examples will demonstrate how clinicians can integrate technology to bridge communication gaps and enhance long-term self-care for patients with diabetic foot ulcers.