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The Wound Healing Foundation is a non-profit organization dedicated to improving wound healing world-wide. These guidelines are freely available to anyone.

The inability of wounds, scars and adhesions to heal normally is a major health problem in the United States as well as globally. As the population ages, the magnitude of chronic wound problems will increase. The Foundation raises public awareness, understanding and funds to support research for wound healing problems in collaboration and coordination with the Society. The Wound Healing Foundation is governed by a dedicated Board of Directors composed of leaders in academia, private practice and industry devoted to wound healing problems and by people affected by problems associated with wounds and scarring. The Foundation funded the creation of wound healing guidelines for acute wounds, chronic wounds and prevention of wounds by best practices and evidence. The Foundation presents yearly research fellowship awards to outstanding scientists and is positioned to expand its research program through additional small grants and young investigator awards. Although chronic wounds affect approximately 6.5 million people in the United States, relatively few clinicians and researchers focus specifically on wound healing. There is great need for creating awards for the career development of young investigators so they may reach a point where they can obtain independent funding. Future plans for specific career development activities geared to WHS members are underway. Patients and caregivers do not always have access to wound healing specialists. The Foundation in conjunction with the Society are drafting user friendly information. Successful wound care is a team effort and the patients and their families have a major role in healing their wound. The partnership between the Wound Healing Foundation and the Wound Healing Society is an ongoing cooperative venture for developing society resources to accomplish a vital educational and charitable mission: to advance the science and practice of wound healing in the United States and throughout the world. Through the generosity of individuals, corporations, and foundations, the Foundation is committed to innovation and excellence as the expanding needs unfold in the 21st century.

12/10/2025

The Wound Healing Foundation has lectures and events each day at the 2026 Diabetic Limb Salvage Conference: A Team Approach with WHF conference. Register today and save WHF 25% off Code - WHFBM26. Submit your abstract for posters and oral presentations. All accepted abstracts are published in the International Wound JournalInternational Wound Journal. For more information go to https://conta.cc/4iqQJOj

11/26/2025

With gratitude and thanksgiving, we thank you for supporting our mission of improving wound healing.

Have a cheerful and wonderful Thanksgiving!

Sincerely,
The Wound Healing Foundation
Board of Directors

11/25/2025

The inability of wounds, scars and adhesions to heal normally is a major health problem globally and in the United States, affecting more than 6.5 million in the US. As the population ages, and the prevalence of diseases such as diabetes, chronic venous insufficiency and atherosclerosis increases, the magnitude of chronic wound problems will increase.

For only $19.23 you can provide a wound care kit for a person in need. Without these supplies, wound patients are at a higher risk of infection, amputation, or death. Wound Care Kits are distributed to vetted, low or no cost, wound clinics. This fall, Give the Gift of Healing Care to wound patients in need. Be someone's ray of light and please donate today

For more information go to https://www.woundhealingfoundation.org/givecare/ or
https://conta.cc/3K3xX2E

11/20/2025

Just a friendly reminder: the VALUE Trial for venous leg ulcers is still accepting participants.

This is a chance to take part in medical research and potentially benefit from new treatment options.

Don't wait - find out if you're eligible and apply today:

https://shorturl.at/5OHAl

NOTE: The Foundation does not endorse the VALUE trial. Any individual’s participation in this study is undertaken based on an individual’s own informed consent and upon his or her circumstances and healthcare provider advice.
The Wound Healing Foundation received a monetary contribution from Alira in connection with distributing information about this trial.

The VALUE Trial If you or a loved one suffer from venous leg ulcers that haven’t healed within 4 weeks, a clinical trial may be the right option for you. Discover the VALUE Trial today and learn if you’re eligible! Find your study location! Enter your address or zipcode in the search bar below t...

11/19/2025

⏰There is less than a week to get your proposals and applications for the 27th Annual Wound Healing Foundation (WHF) and Solventum Medical Fellowship Award.

Application Deadline: November 25, 2025

The WHF-Solventum Fellowship (formerly the 3M Fellowship) Award aims to recognize and support scientific researchers who demonstrate a commitment to advancing the understanding and treatment of chronic wounds. This prestigious one-year award, sponsored by Solventum, will provide up to $20,000 in funding to young investigators engaged in groundbreaking research in the field of wound healing.

For more detail go to https://conta.cc/4qNgCvz or https://www.woundhealingfoundation.org/solventum-award/

11/13/2025

Don't forget to register for the Diabetic Limb Salvage Conference: A Team Approach with Wound Healing Foundation meeting, April 8-11, 2026.

This is the only meeting organized by two non-profits dedicated to improving wound healing with abstracts published in the International Wound Journal. Come network in a collegial and collaborative atmosphere. Participate in interactive sessions and meet with global wound experts. Make plans today to join us!
For more details, go to https://conta.cc/4oCspv9

11/06/2025

Professor Ioannis “Yanni” Yannas (1935–2025)
It is with great sadness to learn of the passing of the wonderful wound pioneer, Dr Ioannis Yannas. Dr Yannas was probably best known for his invention of Integra, a bovine collagen matrix with a silicone backing used to treat excised burn and some chronic wounds.

Dr Yannas trained as a physical chemist and engineer with expertise in polymers and joined the MIT Department of Mechanical Engineering and the Harvard-MIT Program in Health Sciences and Technology.

If you never had the pleasure of speaking with Dr Yannas, his compassion and persistence were well known as well as his generosity in mentoring others. To learn more about Dr Yannas, go to https://conta.cc/43Y0QnE

11/04/2025

Do you or someone you know suffer from venous leg ulcers? The VALUE Trial is looking for volunteers to help develop new treatment options.

If you're 18 or older and have been diagnosed with a venous leg ulcer, you might be eligible. Click here to see if you qualify and sign up:

https://shorturl.at/1bIXk

NOTE: The Foundation does not endorse the VALUE trial. Any individual’s participation in this study is undertaken based on an individual’s own informed consent and upon his or her circumstances and healthcare provider advice.

The Wound Healing Foundation received a monetary contribution from Alira in connection with distributing information about this trial.

10/28/2025

The Wound Healing Foundation was thrilled to support the Gordon Research Conferences - GRC on Tissue Repair and Regeneration held June 1-6, 2025 at Colby-Sawyer College in New London, NH. Recipients of merit scholarship from the Wound Healing Foundation include:
Dr Robyn Allen, Post-Doctoral Research Fellow, University of Kentucky
Emily Davis, PhD Candidate, Boston University
Suneeti Madhavan, PhD Candidate, Case Western Reserve University
Omar Maged, PhD Candidate, MDI Biological Laboratory
Dr Mark Naven, Post-Doctoral Research Fellow, University of Bristol

🎉Congratulations to these young researchers on their scientific exploration of wound healing and regeneration! https://conta.cc/3WC4zU9

10/23/2025

The Wound Healing Foundation invites you to submit an abstract for presentation at the 2026 MedStar Georgetown University Hospital’s Functional Diabetic Limb Salvage Conference: A Team Approach in collaboration with the Wound Healing Foundation. This is an excellent opportunity for you and your colleagues to share your latest work and research with world-renowned experts in the field!

Abstracts will be reviewed and selected for scientific merit and content quality. Submitted abstracts meeting the eligibility requirements will be considered for Oral and Poster Abstracts. Poster abstracts will be displayed during the conference in the Abstract Hall on Wednesday, April 8 to Saturday, April 11. Oral Abstracts will be presented on Wednesday, April 8 and the top 3 on Saturday, April 11 as part of the Greg Schultz Abstract Presentations and awards. Go to https://www.woundhealingfoundation.org/ for call for abstracts information and read conference details at https://conta.cc/4qhTgOt. All accepted abstracts will be published in the International Wound Journal.

Don't delay, Submit Today!

10/21/2025

The focus of the Wound Healing Foundation on improving outcomes for patients is continually growing. Living with a chronic has a profound effect on the day-to-day lives of patients. We know that whether you’re a patient living with a chronic wound, or a healthcare provider serving your local community, the need for effective and accessible treatments is clear. Read our attachment about how clinical trials can provide wound care and expand the wound community knowledge base. How will you improve wound care today?

10/14/2025

🎉The Wound Healing Foundation is delighted to announce the 2026, 14th Annual Wound Healing Foundation -Thomas K. Hunt Endowed Lecturer: Svetlana Mojsov, PhD!

On Thursday, April 9, 2026, 2026 at 10:30 am EST, Dr Mojsov will deliver the T.K. Hunt Lecture: “GLP-1: From a Putative Peptide to Effective Medicines for Diabetes and Obesity” as the WHF Keynote Address at the Diabetic Limb Salvage Conference: A Team Approach with the Wound Healing Foundation. For more details, go to https://conta.cc/3KHlpho.

Dr Mojsov is the Lulu Chow Wang and Robin Chemers Neustein Research Associate Professor at the The Rockefeller University. Her research has been recognized and she has received numerous awards such as 023-Nature’s 10 Influential Scientists; 2024-Lasker-DeBakey Medical Clinical Award; 2025-Breakthrough Prize; 2026 Kimberly Prize to name a few.

Come join us to hear Dr Mojsov and learn how her pivotal laboratory research has gone on to clinically impact patients around the world!

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Providence, RI
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http://www.woundhealingfoundation.org/

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