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Back To Basics Wound Care Workshops With Dr Michelle Gibb

Posted Monday 23 December 2024 | SSS Australia

Read more about the Back To Basics Wound Care Workshops here.

Learning Outcomes

  • Challenges in wound care
  • Principles of Dressing Selection
  • Workshop Activities
    • Wound measurement
    • Barrier preparations & emolients
    • Wound cleansing & biofilm
    • Pressure injuries - staging
    • Pressure off-loading & redistribution
  • Case Study Activity
  • Case Study Discussion

About The Presenter

Dr Michelle Gibb
Director and Founder Wound Specialist Services
M Nsg Sci (NP) M Wound Care BN CF

Michelle is a nurse practitioner with extensive experience in wound management across the continuum of healthcare and is well known both nationally and internationally for her expertise in the field. With a Doctor of Philosophy, Master of Nursing Science (Nurse Practitioner), Masters of Wound Care, Bachelor of Nursing and over 20 years’ career experience in the specialty of wounds, Michelle has a proven ability to inspire, motivate and develop others in the specialty of wounds. She is a professional leader, role model and mentor and has demonstrated ability to lead others through change.

Workshop Schedule

8:30 – 9:00am Registration & Refreshments
9:00 – 9:15am Introduction & Welcome to Country
9:15 – 9:30am Challenges in Wound Care
9:30 – 10:00am Principles of Dressing Selection
10:00 – 10:30am Morning Tea & Trade Display 
10:30 – 12:00pm  Workshop Activities
•    Wound measurement & photography 
•    Barrier preparations & emollients  
•    Wound cleansing & biofilm
•    Pressure injuries – staging 
•    Pressure off-loading & redistribution
12:00 – 1pm Lunch & Trade Display
1:00 – 2:45pm Case Studies 1 & 2
2:45 – 3:00pm Summary & Evaluation

Last updated: Tuesday 26 March 2024