The American College of Clinical Wound Specialists

09/25/2025

Special thanks to Rise Healthcare Partners, our featured vendor spotlight this month. Karen Brown BSN, RN, CWS, FACCWS of Rise Healthcare Partners presented the HidraWear product and offered insight into how it supports patients and enhances wound care practices.

09/22/2025

Free CME Event! Tomorrow!!

Join us on Sept 23 at 8:00 PM ET for Hidradenitis Suppurativa: A Novel Approach.

Learn the latest insights on clinical presentation, disease pathology, and a new treatment approach to this debilitating condition.

Register today ➡️ www.accws.org

09/21/2025

Understanding pathology is key to treatment.

Join our Sept 23 roundtable to explore the underlying disease mechanisms of hidradenitis suppurativa and how they inform novel approaches.

⏰ 8:00 PM ET | Earn CME | Free Registration: www.accws.org

09/20/2025

Hidradenitis Suppurativa: A Novel Approach

Join us live on September 23 at 8:00 PM ET for a free, CME-eligible roundtable from ACCWS.

Hidradenitis suppurativa is painful and life-altering.
This session provides clinicians with tools to improve diagnosis, understand pathology, and apply innovative treatment strategies.

📅 Sept 23 | 8 PM ET | Free CME
Register now: www.accws.org

09/04/2025

Free CME Event!

Join us on Sept 23 at 8:00 PM ET for Hidradenitis Suppurativa: A Novel Approach.

Learn the latest insights on clinical presentation, disease pathology, and a new treatment approach to this debilitating condition.

Register today ➡️ www.accws.org

07/10/2025

🚨 FREE CME/CE Opportunity for Wound Care Clinicians! 🚨

WoundCon Summer starts strong with pre-conference sessions on Wednesday, July 9—and we’re inviting you to join this accredited virtual symposium:

🎓 NPWT Demystified: A Case-Based Journey Through NPWT Modalities and Best Practices
📅 July 9, 2025 | 🕥 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM ET
✅ 1.0 CEU | 💻 Free & Virtual | 🎥 Includes 2 weeks on-demand!

Join expert clinicians as they walk through the science, evolution, and real-world case studies involving traditional, portable, and next-gen NPWT systems.

👩‍⚕️ Karen Bauer, DNP, CWS, FAAWC
👩‍⚕️ Emily Greenstein, ARPN, CNP, CWON-AP, FACCWS
👨‍⚕️ Robert Klein, DPM, FACFAS, CWS

🆓 FREE for licensed healthcare professionals
📩 Sign up today to receive your access link and session reminders!
👉 https://hubs.ly/Q03tVcf70

Proudly supported by an educational grant from Solventum, Medical Surgical Business

WoundSource Solventum Medical

07/02/2025

Diabetic foot ulcers (DFUs) are one of the most serious complications of diabetes—affecting 1 in 4 patients during their lifetime.

Without proper care, DFUs can lead to infection and even amputation.

That’s why ACCWS supports evidence-based care and education to improve outcomes.

06/22/2025

Join Dr. Mary E. Hanley DO, MBA, CWSP, FUHM, FAPWCA at our quarterly online live educational forum as she explores a critical question in wound care: "To debride or not to debride?"

Don’t miss this insightful roundtable discussion designed for clinicians navigating complex cases.

Let's learn, share, and grow together in the world of wound care! 🌐

Register Today:

Roundtable Discussions The American College of Clinical Wound Specialists (ACCWS), education committee will be holding FREE quarterly online live educational forums. During these one hour…

06/17/2025

Join us for a roundtable discussion titled "Debride or not to debride: that is the question" with Dr. Mary E. Hanley DO, MBA, CWSP, FUHM, FAPWCA on June 24th, at 8:00 PM EST.

Dr. Mary Hanley is board certified in family medicine and undersea medicine. Dr. Hanley received her medical degree from the University of New England College of Osteopathic Medicine in Maine and completed her residency at Kent Hospital in Rhode Island. She practices the full range of wound and hyperbaric medicine with special interests in diabetic foot wounds, treating chronic wounds, and management of chronic venous insufficiency ulcers. She is the medical director for Roper St. Francis Healthcare’s wound care and hyperbaric and undersea medicine departments.

Don't miss out on this enriching conversation, register at https://accws.org/roundtable/

06/11/2025

Understanding Wound Debridement: What’s the Difference?

When it comes to removing dead or damaged tissue from wounds, debridement is key to promoting healing. But not all debridement is the same.
Here’s a quick breakdown of the three most common types:

Mechanical Debridement
Think of it as a scrub or rinse. This method uses physical force—like wet-to-dry dressings or wound irrigation—to remove tissue. It’s effective but can also remove healthy tissue and be uncomfortable for patients.

Enzymatic Debridement
This uses topical agents (like collagenase) to break down necrotic tissue selectively. It’s slower but gentler—especially helpful for patients who can’t tolerate aggressive methods.

Surgical Debridement
Performed by trained clinicians, this method involves using scalpels or scissors to quickly and precisely remove non-viable tissue. It’s ideal for large, infected, or deep wounds—but requires expertise and a controlled setting.

➡️ The right approach depends on the wound type, patient condition, and clinical goals. Join our roundtable discussion about debridement: https://accws.org/roundtable/

06/05/2025

How do you decide when debridement is necessary? Let’s explore when to act—and when to hold off when treating wounds on June 24.

Join the conversation—register now at at https://accws.org/roundtable/