Wound Care Center
Comprehensive, Integrated Wound Management
The St. Joseph’s Hospital Wound Care Center provides specialized treatment for chronic or non-healing wounds, which are defined as sores or wounds that have not significantly improved from conventional treatments. Associated with inadequate circulation, poorly functioning veins and immobility, non-healing wounds lead to lower quality of life and may lead to amputations. When wounds persist, a specialized approach is required for healing. Typically, a wound that does not respond to normal medical care within 30 days is considered a problem or chronic wound.
That's where our Wound Care Center can help. With the state-of-the-art treatments available including debridement, dressing selection, special shoes and patient education, people with non-healing and chronic wounds now have a place to turn.
All services in the SJH Wound Care Center will be provided by Jose Diaz, Jr., M.D., who will serve as the Center's Medical Director, and Janet Alvarado, M.D. Both are physicians affiliated with the HSHS Medical Group and are on the SJH Medical Staff.
Are you a candidate for specialized wound care?
If you suffer from a chronic or non-healing wound, ask your physician about a referral to our Wound Care Center or contact us directly for an assessment. If you are a candidate for this outpatient program, the Wound Care Center will immediately work with you and your doctor to deliver the following:
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Advanced therapies
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Proven clinical protocols
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An individualized, comprehensive plan of care that brings you the most appropriate and effective treatments for your specific needs
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Assessment and ongoing care by our highly skilled team of wound care specialists, including a case manager who will oversee every aspect of your treatment
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Education for you and your family to help healing happen at home, including materials and resources related to prevention, nutrition, hygiene and more
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Ongoing communication and collaboration with you and your doctor so that you each remain informed about your progress
Treatment options are offered for:
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Diabetic ulcers
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Pressure ulcers
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Ischemic ulcers
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Venous insufficiency
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Traumatic wounds
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Non-healing surgical incisions
Among the variety of factors that can cause chronic and non-healing wounds for individuals:
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Aging population
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Diabetes
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Vascular deficiencies
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Traumatic wounds
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Prolonged pressure on bony prominence
All services in the SJH Wound Care Center will be provided by Jose Diaz, Jr., M.D., who will serve as the Center's Medical Director, and Janet Alvarado, M.D. Both are physicians affiliated with the HSHS Medical Group and are on the SJH Medical Staff.
If you have other questions, check these FAQs. Or call us at (618) 651-2502.
The St. Joseph's Hospital Wound Care Center is currently looking for a qualified candidate to fill a Clinical Care Coordinator position. Click here to learn more about it.
St. Joseph's Hospital Wound Care Center
SJH Medical Arts Building
1520 9th Street
Highland, IL 62249
(618) 651-2502
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