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Our bodies are designed to heal themselves. However, there are some situations in which we require a doctor’s help for full healing. The surgeons at Columbus General Surgery provide comprehensive wound care for patients at Columbus Community Hospital’s Wound, Ostomy and Continence (W.O.C.) Health Center.
You should see our specialists if your wound has not healed after six weeks, or if it has not even started to heal after two weeks. We treat a variety of non-healing wounds, including:
We start by taking a complete medical history of our patients, which is very important to help us understand why your wound has been resistant to healing. Then, we will develop a plan of care that uses the latest developments in wound healing to help you find relief. Your treatment may include:
To make an appointment or learn more about wound treatments at the W.O.C. Health Center, call 402-562-4620.