AAWC News

New state-of-the-art website with responsive options released 

The AAWC launched its redesigned, state-of-the-art website that includes a smart version for tablets and cell phones. The new site is easy to maneuver and streamlined in design and offers resources for health care professionals and the public, providing wound care education and other health care resources all in 1 location. Please visit the AAWC website today at https://aawconline.org/.

Join AAWC at SAWC Spring

Strengthen your professional resource pool and enhance your career along with more than 2,000 physicians, podiatrists, nurses, therapists, researchers, and scientists at the Symposium on Advanced Wound Care (SAWC Spring) taking place in Atlanta, GA, April 13–17, 2016. Attendees will benefit from 5 dynamic tracks, including the 2nd Annual AAWC Clinical Practice Track; more than 70 sessions to earn up to 26.75 credits; complimentary food and beverage in the Exhibit Hall where more than 200 prestigious companies display their wares; and many other perks and opportunities.

The AAWC Membership Meeting is taking place April 15 at 6:00 PM and is open to all. Join colleagues for an informative networking event that includes complimentary food and beverages as well as updates on various Association activities. Pay tribute to Board Members and witness the official transitional passing of the gavel from AAWC President Dr. Vickie R. Driver to AAWC President-Elect Dr. Gregory Bohn.

AAWC 2016 Board of Directors Election 

Persons elected to the AAWC Board of Directors will be announced at SAWC Spring. Elections closed on February 9. Board Members will attend the Annual Board of Directors Meeting and will officially take office at the Annual AAWC Membership Meeting at SAWC Spring. To all members who voted, thank you for your assistance in determining the future leaders of the AAWC. Please look for an official announcement regarding all transitioning members of the AAWC Board of Directors in late April. 

About AAWC 

AAWC is the largest, not-for-profit membership organization in the United States dedicated to interprofessional wound healing and tissue preservation. AAWC’s mission is to advance the care of people with and at risk for wounds. The Association’s focus is on education, public policy, and the application of evidence-based wound care practice. AAWC offers membership and associated benefits to everyone involved in wound care, including clinicians and other healthcare professionals, patients, lay-caregivers, clinics/facilities, corporations, students, retirees, and advocates. Learn more about financial and other benefits, activities and programs, and/or join at www.aawconline.org. 

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