Why Wound Care?

Advances in medical science are helping more people than ever survive serious illnesses. But people who survive heart attacks, diabetes or other chronic conditions may be weakened and less able to heal wounds. Effective wound care is increasingly important in maintaining these patients’ quality of life.

Bay Area Hospital provides a comprehensive outpatient program of evaluation and management. Our on-site physicians have specialized training in chronic wound care and hyperbaric medicine.  We work closely with referring and consulting physicians to provide the most appropriate and effective care plan.

Because diabetes afflicts an estimated 11 percent of Coos County’s population, treating diabetic foot ulcers (DFUs) is a big part of the Wound Center’s mission. When DFUs are identified and treated early, the risk of debilitating or life-threatening complications can be dramatically reduced.