Wound care is an increasingly critical focus within post-acute and long-term care facilities, particularly for residents over age 70, those with mobility limitations, and individuals with multiple health conditions—all at higher risk for wound development. Many long-term care facility residents fit this demographic, with the...
Written By: Leslye Wolf, Director of Clinical ManagementType 2, adult onset, diabetes is the most common form of diabetes and is the result of your body not using its available insulin properly. Some people can control their diabetes with diet modifications and healthy eating but...
Whether you are new to mobile wound care or a seasoned provider, one question that often arises is, how do I pack my bag? Advanced wound care requires an evidence-based approach. We must keep in mind the purpose and goal of any treatment plan developed...
patient overview Patient is a 69-year-old female referred to Mendota Health with a chronic wound of the abdomen due to several large hernia repairs. Wound was 118 CM at initial consult and had been present for over a year when referred to Mendota Health for advanced...
Kamran Khatri, MSN, FNP-C is one of Mendota Health's Regional Directors of Clinical Management. He shared a bit of his journey and vision for Mendota Health in a recent interview. From discussing the transformative impact of technology in medicine to exploring the vital role of...
“There needs to be a wound conference dedicated to mobile wound care” Dr. Deruelle, Mendota Health’s Chief Medical Officer said to Dr. Serena, Founder and Medical Director of the SerenaGroup, as they drove together to visit patients. This conversation was the beginning of what is...
Sarah Shepler DNP, AGNP-C, is a Regional Director of Clinical Management for Mendota Health. Sarah has nearly two decades of experience in healthcare and began her career in 2006 as a nursing assistant. Initially aspiring to be a sports medicine doctor, she quickly discovered a...
How our Mobile Wound Care Services Make a Difference In long-term care facilities, providing comprehensive and effective wound care is a significant challenge. With an aging population and the prevalence of chronic conditions such as diabetes and vascular diseases, the incidence of wounds that require specialized...
The Quadruple Aim in healthcare is a framework designed to optimize healthcare system performance by focusing on four key objectives: improving patient outcomes, enhancing patient experience, reducing costs, and improving provider satisfaction. These aims are crucial for creating a sustainable and effective healthcare system that...
"It's the kind of disaster you get trained for but never think will happen". A message Melissa Grimes, the Mendota Health Community Engagement Director for Indianapolis, Indiana, texted to her team at 3 AM the morning of March 15th.Just hours earlier a tornado ripped through...