Windy E. Cole, DPM, CWSP, FACCWS

Case series to evaluate the Omeza® Combination Therapy in the treatment of lower extremity ulcers of mixed etiologies exhibiting bacterial contamination as determined by a novel violet-light camera system and correlating biomarkers

Introduction: Wound healing is optimized by utilizating therapies that control bacterial burden, decrease tissue inflammation, support the extracellular matrix and establish a balanced he...

Windy E. Cole , DPM, CWSP, FACCWS;

05/26/2022

Pilot Study Investigating the Effects of a Native Cross-Linked Extra Cellular Matrix with PHMB to Manage Chronic Lower Extremity Wounds Exhibiting Bacterial Contamination as Determined by a Novel Violet-Light Imaging System

Introduction: Chronic wounds fail to heal due to a variety of systemic and local factors including high microbial burden and excessive devitalized tissue. Healing becomes compromised once...

Windy E. Cole , DPM, CWSP, FACCWS;

Radoslava Stoddard , BSN, RN, CWON, CFCN;

05/26/2022

SAWC Insights

Impact of COVID-19 on Wound Care: The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly

10/31/2021

Windy E. Cole , DPM, CWSP, FACCWS;

After a year and a half of COVID-19, Windy E Cole, DPM, discusses the good, the bad, and the ugly of how wound clinics have had to adapt to caring for patients in a new environment.

After a year and a half of...

10/31/2021

Wound Care

The Use of an Antimicrobial Moisture Management Dressing Paired With a Gellable Fiber Technology under a Two-layer Compression System in the Treatment of Heavily Exudating VLUs Improves Clinical Outcomes and Cost Savings.

Introduction: Chronic venous insufficiency is the 7th most common chronic disease and is the underlying cause of 95% of leg ulcers1. Venous leg ulcers (VLUs) are difficult to treat and ev...

Windy E. Cole , DPM, CWSP, FACCWS;

08/19/2021

A Novel Bioabsorbable Borate-based Glass Fiber Matrix Supports Wound Healing

There is an increasing demand for biomaterials that have the ability to support wound healing. Ideally, bioactive materials should be non-toxic and biocompatible, having the same mechanic...

Windy E. Cole , DPM, CWSP, FACCWS;

08/19/2021

Electrifying Wound Care with a Unique Antimicrobial Dressing

Introduction: A majority of chronic wounds are plagued by the formation of adherent biofilm. Biofilm develops when colonies of surface-attached bacteria form connections and exude a prote...

Windy E. Cole , DPM, CWSP, FACCWS;

08/19/2021

Can a Human Keratin Matrix Aid in the Healing of Chronic Lower Extremity Wounds?

Introduction: Keratin is a fibrous structural protein that provides mechanical stability to cells of the epidermis. Recent advances have been made in understanding the role of keratin in ...

Windy E. Cole , DPM, CWSP, FACCWS;

08/19/2021

Comparing the Composition of Cutaneous Microbiota on the Plantar Surface and Interdigital Spaces of the Diabetic and Non-diabetic Foot

Introduction: The skin is an ecosystem that contains a wide variety of micro-organisms. Alterations in the cutaneous microbiome not only disrupt the host-microbe relationship but can perm...

Stacey Coe , BA, CCRP, CRC;

Windy E. Cole , DPM, CWSP, FACCWS;

Porscha Dort , PGY-3;

08/19/2021

Hypothermically Stored Human Amniotic Membrane (HSAM) for the Management of Diabetic Foot Ulcers

Abstract Body: Objective: Diabetic foot ulcers (DFUs) continue to challenge wound care practitioners. They are prone to infection and increase the risk of lower extremity amputation. The ...

Stacey Coe , BA, CCRP, CRC;

Michael Leon Sabolinski , MD;

Sarah Moore , SC;

Keyur Patel ;

Windy E. Cole , DPM, CWSP, FACCWS;

Bryan Doner ;

Santina Wendling ;

Rachel Hamil ;

Raphael Yaakov ;

11/23/2020

Assessment of a Novel Drape Containing Acrylic- and Silicone-Based Adhesives When Using Negative Pressure Wound Therapy

Pain during removal of adhesive drapes when using negative pressure wound therapy (NPWT) can be an issue in wound care. A novel drape with silicone- and acrylic-based adhesive has been de...

Julie West ;

Kersten Reider ;

John C. Lantis II, MD, FACS;

Marcus S. Speyrer ;

Ralph J. Napolitano Jr., DPM, CWSP, FACFAS;

Janis Harrison , RN, BSN, CWOCN, CFCN;

Windy E. Cole , DPM, CWSP, FACCWS;

Mary Anne R. Obst , BSN, RN, CCRN, CWON;

Elizabeth Faust , MSN, CRNP, CSWS, CWOCN-AP, DAPWCA;

Prath Kharkar ;

Minami Pennington ;

11/22/2019