Ostomy and Diabetic Wound Care
Chronic illnesses and persistent wounds can restrict mobility and reduce daily productivity. If you or a loved one struggles with diabetes ulcers, we at Texas MultiSpecialty Clinic are here to help. We deliver professional and compassionate ostomy and diabetic wound care in Live Oak and San Antonio, TX. We aim to walk you through your healing with advanced care and attention.
What Is Ostomy and Diabetic Wound Care?
A stoma is an opening surgically made on the body through which the waste is flushed out. Ostomy care involves taking medical care of patients, including monitoring such stomas. Common types include colostomy, ileostomy, and urostomy.
Managing skin lesions and wounds resulting from the diabetes disease process, particularly those in the legs and feet, are called diabetic foot wounds. If not expertly dealt with from the onset, those lesions can lead to infection and longer recovery time. Every patient receives attentive, expert care because Texas Multispeciality Clinic’s multidisciplinary delegates are trained in both fields.
Our Services Include:
1. Ostomy Care Services
- Disease process and surgical procedure teaching along with post-operative ostomy care management.
- Stoma care- fitting and maintaining an appliance to the stoma and caring for it.
- Caring for infections or irritations of the skin surrounding the stoma, including the skin and supporting structures.
- Lifestyle counseling and emotional support for active integration and /or adaptation.
- Route care and attendance of appointment follow-ups.
2. Diabetic Wound Care Services
- Assessing and reviewing the diabetic ulcer
- Removing necrotic tissue from the wound and thoroughly cleaning the area.
- Use of practical prescribed sterile coverings for the wound
- Mechanical offloading devices help relieve stress and pressure from specific areas of the body.
- Controlling and preventing infections.
- Collaborating with other healthcare professionals, including endocrinologists and podiatrists.
- Providing education and guidance on diabetic foot care and overall foot hygiene.
Why Choose Texas MultiSpeciality Clinic?
Texas MultiSpeciality Clinic is the leader in complex wounds and ostomy care with advanced nursing services in Live Oak, San Antonio. This is the reason why they put their trust in us.
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Medical officers and orthopedic surgeons share professional experience during teaching and wound care so physicians can provide comprehensive ostomy and rehabilitative care.
- Tailor Based Individualized Care: There is no other patient; a custom approach must be made regarding each client’s medical file, clinical examination, daily activities, and objectives.
- Enhanced Care Approaches: As needed, we implement modern methods and materials for wound care, including dressings that retain moisture and negative pressure wound therapy.
- Gentle and Inclusive Care: “Minding the gap” in care refers to the absence of dedicated outreach during an ostomy or chronic wound care procedure. Our clinicians ensure their patients are accompanied throughout all phases of living with an ostomy or chronic that requires wound care.
- Accessible Facilities: We cover the regions of Live Oak and San Antonio, thus ensuring seamless access to quality care for patients throughout the areas.
Living with an Ostomy: Comprehensive Support for All Phases
The impact of an ostomy surgery is drastic. Whether you are adapting to a new colostomy or seeking long-term stoma care assistance, we have specialists ready to help you.
We assist with:
- Picking and applying appropriate ostomy products
- Sealing joints and preventing friction burns
- Restoration of self-esteem regardless of the activity
- Management of complications such as hernias or retractions
You will remain supported throughout this journey. We collaborate closely with the patient and their caregivers to enable them to lead an active life.
Ostomy Self-Management: Support at Every Step
Ostomy self-management skills are comprehensive and entail education to prevent or postpone stoma complications, such as parastomal hernia and stoma retractions while caring for stoma skin and preserving device adhesion.
Preventing and Treating Diabetic Foot Wounds
Foot care in diabetic patients is vital because of the nature of the disease. The inability to heal for long periods particularly places a user at risk of developing chronic sores on the foot that may lead to severe infection or amputation if not looked after.
Texas MultiSpeciality Clinic offers assistance in:
- Early detection of skin breakdown.
- Proper foot hygiene.
- Selection of proper footwear.
- Timely treatment of sores and infections.
Through patient-directed care, we strive to minimize complications and enhance your life.
Overview of Your Visit
At Texas MultiSpecialist Clinic, the Diabetic and Ostomy wound care services entail:
- Assessment of the patient by a qualified physician or a specialized wound care provider.
- Evaluation of patient’s medical and lifestyle history.
- Wound measurement and relevant photographic records (if necessary).
- Customized treatment strategies.
- Continual care and intervention.
We strive to maintain a warm, private clinic environment where every patient feels welcomed and respected.
Who Can Benefit from Our Services?
You may benefit from our Ostomy and Diabetic Wound Care program if:
- You have a stoma and need ongoing care or product consultation.
- You are an ostomy surgery patient requiring rehabilitation assistance.
- You have diabetes and are at risk of developing an ulcer or skin deterioration.
- You are healing from a surgical wound, pressure sore, or burn.
- You have wounds that heal slowly due to vascular disease or infection.
We accept patients of all ages and walks of life, collaborating with your family doctor or other specialists.
Patients with diabetes or new ostomy patients can count on us to help them navigate toward comfort, recovery, and improved quality of life.
Rely on us for compassionate and dependable wound and ostomy care in Live Oak and San Antonio. With our dedicated attention, rest assured we will get you back on track with optimizing mobility and restoring confidence post-patient care.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Do I need a referral for wound care services?
A: A referral is helpful, but we also accept self-referrals. To learn more about how to schedule a visit, call us at 210-566-8332.
Q: How often should I come for wound care visits?
A: The frequency depends on the severity and type of wound. Some patients need weekly visits; others require monthly visits for maintenance.
Q: Will my insurance cover ostomy or wound care?
A: Yes, most insurance plans, including Medicare, cover medically necessary wound and ostomy care. Our staff will check your coverage and assist you with any forms needed.
Q: What if I need help with my ostomy supplies?
A: Our clinic can assist with selecting, ordering, and teaching ostomy supplies. We can also help in solving problems related to fitting and leakage.