Wounds International & Wound Care Insights: Beyond the Surface

The Future of Wound Care Training – Virtual Reality in Medical Education

In this episode, Professor Karen Ousey and Astrid Probst M.Sc. Head of APN, NPL and PE Nursing Directorate discuss the transformation of virtual reality (VR) and augmented reality (AR) in medical education, with a special focus on wound care training. The discussion highlights how these technologies accurately simulate real-world scenarios, offering immersive, hands-on experience that surpass traditional teaching methods. From reducing errors and boosting practitioner confidence to standardising best practices, VR and AR are reshaping the landscape of healthcare training. Astrid shares insights on how VR has empowered self-care, leading to improved health outcomes and patient engagement.

Vieillissement de la population : comment Wound Balance peut optimiser les résultats.

La professeure Karen Ousey et le Dr Emma Candas explorent l'importance de préserver l'intégrité cutanée chez les personnes âgées et expliquent comment Wound Balance peut optimiser les résultats.

The ageing population: How Wound Balance can optimise outcomes

Professor Karen Ousey and Dr Emma Candas explores the importance of maintaining skin integrity in an older population and explores how Wound Balance can optimise outcomes.

Inspirational wound healing

Laura Swoboda reflects on her journey in caring for patients with wounds and ostomy, emphasizing the significance of her educational experiences. She discusses the science behind wound healing and its influence on her clinical practice. While optimizing patient health remains a priority, she explores strategies for collaborating with patients to achieve the best outcomes. The role of social determinants of health is examined and how they can be integrated into everyday practice.

Pallative wound care

Professor Karen Ousey and Professor Sebastain Probst explore the complexities of wound care in palliative care, addressing the challenges faced by patients, families, and healthcare professionals. A significant aspect of palliative care involves managing skin changes at the end of life. These changes can be distressing and difficult to address, requiring careful consideration and compassionate care.