When Is a Wound Considered Non-Healing?
A wound that does not heal as expected may be a sign of an underlying problem that requires specialized care. Non-healing wounds can develop from diabetes, poor circulation, infection, pressure, injury, surgery, or other medical conditions that interfere with the body's natural healing process.
If a wound continues to remain open, becomes larger, drains, or shows little improvement over time, it is important to have it evaluated by a wound care specialist. Early treatment can help prevent complications and support the healing process.
Chronic wounds can be painful, limit your mobility, and even threaten your independence. But there's hope. At San Gorgonio Wound Care Center, we offer advanced treatments and compassionate care to help you heal faster and reclaim your life.
Our mission is to provide exceptional, compassionate, and patient-centered care. We are dedicated to healing, improving quality of life, limb preservation, and ensuring a safe and supportive environment for our patients. We value cross-specialty alignment to ensure the best outcomes.
When Is a Wound Considered Non-Healing?
Most minor wounds should gradually improve as the body repairs damaged tissue. A wound that shows little or no improvement should be evaluated, particularly when it continues to remain open or repeatedly breaks down.
Early evaluation may help identify problems that are preventing the wound from healing and reduce the risk of more serious complications.
Call us immediately if you notice any of the following:
A wound that is not getting smaller or showing signs of improvement
Increasing redness, swelling, warmth, or drainage
Persistent or worsening pain
A foul odor coming from the wound
Black, gray, or unusually discolored tissue
A wound that repeatedly opens after appearing to heal
A sore on the foot or leg associated with diabetes
A wound that developed after surgery and is not healing normally
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If you can share what kind of wound you have (such as a diabetic ulcer, surgical incision, or pressure sore), we can help you figure out if you need a direct physician referral or to schedule a visit.
Collaborative Care
Patient-Centered Goals
We work closely with referring physicians to ensure continuity of care and optimal patient outcomes.
Timely Communication
We provide regular updates on your patients' progress and promptly address any concerns.
Improved Quality of Life
Our goal is to help patients heal faster, reduce pain, and regain their mobility and independence.
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Our enrollment team verifies insurance, coordinates care transitions, and schedules the initial evaluation.
Dr. Shanna NewboldOur team is led by Dr. Shanna Newbold who is a board-certified emergency physician with more than 10 years of specialized wound care experience.
She is one of very few providers certified by The American Board of Wound Medicine and Surgery.
Our group also consists of experienced mid level providers, wound techs and an Infectious Disease consultant. We have a passion for healing and wholeness.