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Ozark
Medical Center’s Wound Care Services, managed
by Diversified Clinical Services, provides specialized
treatment for chronic or non-healing wounds, which are
defined as sores or wounds that have not significantly
improved from conventional treatments. Associated with
inadequate circulation, poorly functioning veins, and
immobility, non-healing wounds lead to lower quality
of life and may lead to amputations.
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Are
you a candidate for specialized wound care? |
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When
wounds persist, a specialized approach is required for
healing. Typically, a wound that does not respond to
normal medical care within 30 days is considered a problem
or chronic wound.
That's
where our Wound Care Services can help. With the state-of-the-art
treatments available including debridement, dressing
selection, special shoes, and patient education, people
with non-healing and chronic wounds now have a place
to turn.
If
you suffer from a chronic or non-healing wound, speak
ask your physician about a referral to our Wound Care
Center, or contact us directly at 417-257-5946 or by
e-mail at woundservices@ozarksmedicalcenter.com
for an assessment.
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you are a candidate for this outpatient program,
the Wound Care Center will immediately work with
you and your doctor to deliver the following: |
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Advanced
therapies |
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Proven
clinical protocols |
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An
individualized, comprehensive plan of care
that brings you the most appropriate and effective
treatments for your specific needs |
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Assessment
and ongoing care by our highly skilled team
of wound care specialists, including a case
manager who will oversee every aspect of your
treatment |
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Education
for you and your family to help healing happen
at home, including materials and resources
related to prevention, nutrition, hygiene,
and more |
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Ongoing
communication and collaboration with you and
your doctor so that you each remain informed
about your progress |
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| Wound
Care Services Provider |
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| Jon
Mattson, DO |
| Wound
Care Services Medical Director |
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| Graduate
of the Kirksville College of Osteopathic Medicine |
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| Internship
and residency at the Medical Center of Independence
in Independence, Missouri |
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| Board
certified by the American Board of Osteopathic
Family Practice and the American Osteopathic
Board of Neuromusculoskeletal Medicine |
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Frequently
Asked Questions |
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How
get a consultation from the Wound Care Center?
You may call the Wound Care Center directly or be referred
by your doctor. To make an appointment directly, call:
You may call the Wound Care Center directly or be referred
by your doctor. To make an appointment directly, call:
417-257-5946
What
Causes Non-Healing Wounds?
Chronic and non-healing wounds can result from a number
of factors, including diabetes, poor circulation, trauma,
vascular disease, and immobility (which can lead to
pressure ulcers, commonly known as "bed sores").
An estimated eight million Americans suffer from chronic
wounds. Wounds come from a variety of different medical
conditions, and they don't heal for many different reasons
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Will
I have to change my primary care doctor or specialist?
No. In fact, the Wound Care Center prefers to work with
your physician or medical specialist during the treatments.
We even keep your doctor informed with frequent progress
reports. While you’ll be receiving treatment for
your wound from the Wound Care Center, you’ll
continue to receive all of your routine care from your
primary physician.
Does
insurance cover specialized wound care treatments?
Many health plans cover Wound Care Center treatments.
Call us to determine what your specific plan covers.
What
can I expect at the first appointment?
The first appointment consists of an assessment by our
skilled wound care team, a review of your medical history,
blood tests, and recommendations for your treatment
plan. Please be sure to bring to this appointment your
medical records, insurance information, a list of current
medications, and a list of your allergies. You should
expect to spend several hours at the Center.
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OMC Wound Care Services Contact Information |
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OMC
Wound Care Services |
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Location |
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1665
Gibson Street |
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West
Plains, MO 65775 |
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Contact: |
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About
Diversified Clinical Services |
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Diversified
Clinical Services (DCS), located in Jacksonville,
Florida, is the world’s largest wound care
management company with over 300 hospital partners
delivering excellent evidence-based care to patients
with chronic wounds. DCS has been the leader in
wound care for over 20 years, offering the most
advanced modalities–including adjunctive hyperbaric
oxygen therapy. Providing outstanding wound care
is DCS’ entire focus. Our leaders are internationally
recognized experts in wound care, who research,
teach, and guide quality-improvement initiatives
such as DCS’ Clinical Practice Guidelines.
Based on our experience of treating more than two
million wounds, DCS Centers traditionally achieve
excellent clinical outcomes, including high limb
salvage rates, an 88% healing rate within 31 median
days-to-heal, and extremely high patient satisfaction.
Together, we heal wounds and improve patients’
lives. www.diversifiedcs.com |
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