Wound Care Services
Chronic Wound Care
A wound is generally considered chronic when it has not progressed through the expected stages of healing within a typical timeframe. Chronic wounds often benefit from a focused, individualized assessment to identify the factors that may be slowing progress.
Who This May Be For
- Patients with a wound that has not improved over several weeks
- Patients who have been told a wound is “not healing as expected”
- Patients with a wound that keeps reopening or breaking down
- Caregivers who are monitoring a loved one's wound over time
What to Expect
- A review of the wound's history, including how and when it developed
- A hands-on assessment of the wound bed, surrounding skin and drainage
- A discussion of health conditions that may affect healing, such as diabetes, circulation or nutrition
- Development of an individualized plan for ongoing monitoring and management
When to Seek Care
- A wound has not shown improvement after several weeks of home care
- A wound is increasing in size, depth or drainage
- You are unsure whether a wound is healing appropriately
- A primary care provider has recommended a focused wound evaluation
Reviewed by
Taylor Bryce Mitchell, FNP-C, Family Nurse Practitioner
Last reviewed: January 2026
This page provides general information and does not replace an individualized medical evaluation.