Pyoderma Gangrenosum Treatment: Understanding This Complex Wound Condition with Dr. Bruce Ruben

Pyoderma gangrenosum is a rare inflammatory skin condition that can cause rapidly progressing, painful ulcers. Because these wounds can resemble infections and other types of chronic wounds, pyoderma gangrenosum can be difficult to recognize and diagnose. Early evaluation is important because certain forms of trauma to the affected skin may actually make the condition worse. […]

Scary Infections You Can Avoid — The Truth Behind the Fright

Halloween is the season for haunted houses, creepy costumes, and ghost stories told in the dark. We love a good scare — as long as it’s make-believe. In healthcare, there are real-life “horrors” we work hard to keep away from our patients every single day. Some of the most frightening medical conditions aren’t supernatural at […]

The Difference You’ve Been Looking For in Wound Care and Healing

Bruce Ruben | Encompass Healthcare

Some patients come to us feeling hopeless with their wound care and healing. They’ve seen multiple doctors, attended countless appointments, and yet their condition hasn’t improved. Others tell us they’ve felt rushed through visits, their concerns brushed aside, or their wounds treated week after week without lasting results. If that sounds familiar, you’re not alone […]

4 Key Factors that can Improve Wound Healing

At Encompass Healthcare, we continually assess the effectiveness of our treatments by analyzing each wound’s healing progress using one of the largest wound care databases in the world. This allows us to identify ways to enhance healing rates and patient outcomes. In this blog we would like to highlight four crucial factors that significantly impact […]

What Summer Means for Wound Healing

As the warmer summer months arrive, you might wonder how the heat affects wound healing. Your wound and skin care specialist at Encompass Healthcare possesses the expertise to evaluate, treat, and provide guidance for optimal healing outcomes during this season. Let’s discover what summer means for wound healing. Tips for Wound Healing in Summer: Enhancing […]

IV Therapy for Wound Healing and Surgery Recovery: What You Need to Know

Intravenous (IV) therapy, particularly IV vitamins, has emerged as a promising approach to aid in wound healing and support post-surgical recovery. At Encompass Healthcare, we understand the importance of providing comprehensive care to our patients, and IV therapy can be a valuable addition to your medical plan. Understanding IV Therapy for Wound Healing and Surgery […]