Learn about maintaining healthy skin and preventing wounds as you age in this informative 23-minute talk by Dr. Mark Vandenberg, Medical Director and General Surgeon at McFarland Clinic. Discover the importance of skin health, effective strategies for keeping skin in good condition, and health conditions that can lead to wounds. Explore the relationship between diabetes and wound development, recognize signs of infection, and gain insights into wound management techniques. Understand the role of Wound Clinics, when to seek referrals, and key takeaways for optimal skin care in later life.
Prime Time Alive- Aging Skin- Keeping It Healthy and Wound Free
Mary Greeley Medical Center via YouTube
Overview
Syllabus
Introduction
Why is skin health important
Ways to keep skin healthy
Health conditions that can lead to wounds
Diabetes and wounds
Signs of infection
Wound Clinic
Wound Management
Referrals
Important Things
Question Slide
Taught by
Mary Greeley Medical Center
