In the world of healthcare, where wounds demand more than just surface-level attention, Gothenburg Health is stepping forward with unparalleled passion for quality care. Amanda Standage, an advanced practice registered nurse at Gothenburg Health, stresses the importance of healing from within, considering factors like blood sugar, pain, anemia and more. The establishment of a Wound Care Clinic, featuring certified experts Standage; Trisha Stout, registered nurse, BSN, wound care certified; and Kim Farr, registered nurse, BSN, wound care certified, provides an approach to wound care that bridges the gap by offering healthcare education and specialized services close to home.
Standage's journey into wound care began during nursing school, where her clinical experience sparked a passion for the field. Armed with recertification classes taken in Nashville last year, Standage brings the latest knowledge to the clinic. Stout, with her unique perspective of finding wounds interesting, recently obtained her Wound Care Certification and will now split her time between surgery and wound care. The dual role she now embraces exemplifies the clinic's dedication to meeting diverse healthcare needs.
Adding to the team is Farr, a Gothenburg native, who brings a wealth of experience and certifications to the Wound Care Clinic. Farr's journey started in home health, where she became wound care certified in 2017 and later secured a second certification in conservative sharp debridement, which is the process of removing dead or unhealthy tissue from a wound. Her decision to join the Gothenburg Health wound care team is rooted in a commitment to providing diverse wound care services close to home.
The Wound Care Clinic, operating through the Specialty Clinic, offers appointments on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday. Appointments are not available on Thursdays.
Standage began seeing patients in May 2023, conducting comprehensive intakes to understand the underlying factors hindering wound healing. Stout and Farr collaborate with Standage during the clinic’s hours, ensuring patients receive the highest standard of care.
The collaboration between Standage, Stout and Farr signifies a commitment to comprehensive healthcare. Cassie Hilbers, chief ancillary officer at Gothenburg Health, commends their contribution and expresses excitement about expanding services. She emphasizes the positive impact on the community, particularly for older patients who often face challenges in traveling long distances for care.
As Gothenburg Health evolves its services, the introduction of the Wound Care Clinic reflects a broader commitment to quality healthcare. The clinic offers patients the best specialized expertise, ensuring that they receive top-notch care in their journey toward healing. Patients can rely on the wound care team for personalized and comprehensive services, addressing a spectrum of wound-related needs.
For more information, visit gothenburghealth.org or call the Wound Care Clinic at 308.537.9626 or ask your provider for a referral.
